
APHG Unit 1 Retest
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which geographic term describes the lines drawn around the world that are equidistant to the Equator?
Longitudes
Contours
Meridians
Parallels
Tropics
Answer explanation
The lines drawn around the world that are equidistant to the Equator are called parallels. They run horizontally and are used to measure latitude, distinguishing them from longitudes and meridians, which measure longitude.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the name of the line that marks 0 degrees longitude on the world map?
Prime Meridian
Tropic of Capricorn
Equator
Hemisphere
Tropic of Cancer
Answer explanation
The Prime Meridian is the line that marks 0 degrees longitude on the world map. It serves as the starting point for measuring longitude, distinguishing the Eastern and Western Hemispheres.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Where on a map can you find an explanation as to what the symbols used in it mean?
Map legend
Map compass
Map guide
Map scale
Map cue
Answer explanation
The map legend is where you can find explanations for the symbols used on a map. It provides a key to understand what each symbol represents, making it essential for interpreting the map correctly.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which of these instructions contains a cardinal direction?
To get to the school, walk two blocks southeast of Pinewood Park.
The mall is five miles south and a mile northeast of Tampa.
If you travel four hours southwest and turn right, you will reach the stadium.
The movie theater is located ten minutes northwest of Main Street.
Carly’s house is located just southwest of Amber’s apartment.
Answer explanation
The correct choice, 'The mall is five miles south and a mile northeast of Tampa,' contains the cardinal direction 'south,' indicating a specific geographic orientation.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which geographic term describes the name given to a place on the Earth?
Denomination
Honorific
Designation
Moniker
Toponym
Answer explanation
The term 'toponym' specifically refers to the name given to a place on Earth, making it the correct choice. Other options like 'denomination' and 'moniker' do not specifically relate to geographic names.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
When a map contains multiple layers of information, what is this called?
A merger
A blend
A mashup
A weave
A compound
Answer explanation
When a map has multiple layers of information, it is referred to as a 'mashup'. This term describes the integration of various data sources into a single visual representation, enhancing the map's informational value.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which of these map types is not thematic?
Choropleth
Isoline
Cartogram
Political
Dot distribution
Answer explanation
The political map type displays boundaries and locations without focusing on specific themes or data, unlike choropleth, isoline, cartogram, and dot distribution maps, which all represent thematic information.
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