Cross-Section and Topographic Maps Quiz

What is a cross-section in geography?

• A map showing the entire area from above.

• A graph depicting the side view of an area's relief.

• A chart listing all the geographical features of an area.

• A diagram showing the population distribution in an area.

What do contour lines on a topographic map represent?

• Points of different elevations.

• Points of equal temperature.

• Points of equal elevation.

• Points of equal distance.

What is the interval of contour lines in the given example?

• 10 meters

• 5 meters

• 50 meters

• 20 meters

What is the first step in drawing a cross-section from a topographic map?

• Coloring the cross-section.

• Placing a strip of paper between two points.

• Drawing vertical lines on the paper.

• Labeling the y-axis.

What should you do after plotting the points on the graph?

• Start a new graph.

• Join the plotted points together.

• Erase the marks on the paper strip.

• Add more contour lines.