
Understanding Maps and Distortion
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Geography
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7th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does 'absolute location' refer to?
A change in the shape, size, or position of a place
The precise point where a place is located on Earth
A way of representing Earth on a flat surface
A place's location in relation to another place
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is 'distortion' in the context of maps?
A change in the shape, size, or position of a place when shown on a map
A way to find relative location
A method to predict earthquakes
A precise point on Earth
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why are globes considered better models of Earth than flat maps?
They can show more detail than maps
They show the size, shape, distance, and direction of places accurately
They are easier to carry around
They are cheaper to produce
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a 'map projection'?
A way of representing the spherical Earth on a flat surface
A type of globe
A method to find absolute location
A tool to measure distances
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is an example of using relative location?
Calculating the distance between two cities
Telling someone to turn right past the park
Using a map projection
Giving a street address
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a disadvantage of flat maps compared to globes?
They are more expensive
They are less colorful
They cannot be carried easily
They have distortion
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a way to describe absolute location?
Street address
Coordinates
Relative direction
Latitude and longitude
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