Understanding Elevation Measurement Using Google Earth

Understanding Elevation Measurement Using Google Earth

Assessment

Interactive Video

Geography, Computers

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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This video tutorial demonstrates how to measure land elevation from sea level using Google Earth. The instructor guides viewers through downloading the application, setting it up, and using its tools to measure elevation. The process involves zooming into a specific area, using the ruler tool to measure from a point to the sea, and analyzing the elevation profile. The video also covers practical applications and concludes with a reminder to subscribe, like, and share.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main topic discussed in the video?

Building a computer

How to cook a traditional dish

Learning a new language

Measuring land elevation using Google Earth

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step before using Google Earth for elevation measurement?

Connecting to the internet

Buying a new computer

Installing a new browser

Creating a new email account

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which tool is used in Google Earth to measure the distance to the sea?

Protractor

Ruler

Calculator

Compass

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you do after selecting the area to measure in Google Earth?

Download the map

Change the map style

Zoom in on the area

Close the application

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can you view the elevation profile in Google Earth?

By pressing 'Elevation Chart'

By selecting 'Show Elevation Profile'

By choosing 'Display Height'

By clicking 'View Elevation'

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the zero meter mark represent in the elevation profile?

The height of a building

The elevation from sea level

The depth of the ocean

The height of a mountain

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the elevation of the first measured point in the example?

30 meters

1736 meters

1431 meters

728 meters

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