Geography and Map Skills Assessment

The video tutorial covers the differences between small and large scale maps, using the world and Asia maps as examples. It explains how small scale maps show large areas with less detail, while large scale maps provide detailed information about specific regions. The tutorial includes a practical worksheet on measuring distances using map scales and a multiple choice worksheet on continents and oceans. Students are guided on how to solve these worksheets and are encouraged to upload their completed work.

What is the main difference between small scale and large scale maps?

• Small scale maps show more detail than large scale maps.

• Large scale maps cover a larger area than small scale maps.

• Small scale maps cover a larger area but with less detail.

• Large scale maps are used for global navigation.

Which continent is not detailed in a small scale world map?

• Asia

• Europe

• Africa

• None of the continents are detailed

Which country is the largest in Asia by area?

• China

• Russia

• Pakistan

• India

What is the scale used to convert map distance to real distance in the lesson?

• 1 cm = 1 km

• 1 cm = 5 km

• 1 cm = 100 km

• 1 cm = 10 km

If the distance between two points on a map is 10 cm, what is the real distance?

• 10 km

• 50 km

• 100 km

• 200 km

How many continents are there in the world?

• Six

• Eight

• Five

• Seven

Which continent is directly south of Europe?

• Africa

• Asia

• South America

• Australia

Which continent is both a continent and an island?

• Europe

• Africa

• Australia

• Asia

Which ocean would you cross traveling from New York to Europe?

• Arctic Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Indian Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

Which of the following is not a continent?

• Europe

• Africa

• USA

• Australia