WorksheetsMid Term Quiz SBEW1713
Total questions: 40
Worksheet time: 17mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
What is the main function of an information system in urban planning?
a)
To provide spatial data for informed decision-making
b)
To replace manual surveys with photography
c)
To collect taxes efficiently
d)
To enforce building laws automatically
2.
List two components of a spatial information system.
a)
Map and compass
b)
Sensor and joystick
c)
Hardware and software
d)
Pen and paper
3.
How does GIS assist in the decision-making process in planning?
a)
By programming construction robots
b)
By visualizing spatial patterns and supporting analysis
c)
By directly issuing development permits
d)
By replacing town councils
4.
Explain one way GIS supports the urban and regional planning process.
a)
It regulates land price
b)
It controls city budgets
c)
It enforces traffic laws
d)
It identifies optimal locations for infrastructure
5.
What is a Decision Support System (DSS) in the context of GIS?
a)
A communication device for surveyors
b)
A software for billing services
c)
A remote control system for drones
d)
A tool that supports planners in analyzing and evaluating scenarios
6.
Identify one difference between traditional planning and GIS-based planning.
a)
GIS-based planning integrates spatial analysis
b)
Traditional planning uses artificial intelligence
c)
GIS-based planning ignores regulations
d)
Traditional planning involves more online tools
7.
Define spatial data and provide one example.
a)
Data stored in a spreadsheet only
b)
Data without a physical reference
c)
Data that represents geographic locations, e.g., coordinates
d)
Database store for analysis
8.
Define non-spatial (attribute) data and provide one example.
a)
Data about atmospheric pressure
b)
Data related to physical features only
c)
Data describing characteristics, e.g., population
d)
Data from Google Earth only
9.
How do attributes enhance spatial datasets in GIS?
a)
By converting them into 3D models
b)
By adding detailed information about spatial features
c)
By encrypting the data
d)
By removing errors from maps
10.
What key role do attributes play in a GIS data table?
a)
They store image resolution settings
b)
They provide descriptive information about spatial features
c)
They define the paper size for printing
d)
They determine the GPS signal strength
11.
What is map scale and why is it important in cartography?
a)
It represents the ratio between distances on a map and real world
b)
It measures elevation
c)
It indicates the time zone
d)
It describes weather changes
12.
Convert a map scale of 1:50,000 into a verbal scale.
a)
1 cm represents 0.05 km
b)
1 cm represents 5 km
c)
1 cm represents 0.5 km
d)
1 cm represents 50 km
13.
Which map scale gives more detail: 1:10,000 or 1:100,000?
a)
It depends on map color
b)
1:100,000
c)
Both give same detail
d)
1:10,000
14.
What are two main methods of data collection in GIS?
a)
Measurement and estimation
b)
Online and offline storage
c)
Primary and secondary data collection
d)
Query and analysis
15.
Define data capture and data transfer in GIS context.
a)
Capture is data entry; transfer is moving data between formats
b)
Both are types of projections
c)
Both refer to GPS signals
d)
Transfer means collecting from people
16.
Give one example of primary data and one of secondary data in GIS.
a)
Pen and notebook
b)
Map and compass
c)
Field survey and satellite image
d)
Radar and sonar
17.
Why is accurate data input crucial for spatial analysis?
a)
To ensure reliable and valid results
b)
To make maps colorful
c)
To reduce network lag
d)
To avoid high software cost
18.
Change Imperial Scale 1 inch : 2 chain to metric scale
a)
1 : 1560
b)
1 : 1584
c)
1 : 1600
d)
1 : 1252
19.
Calculate the distance on the ground (in km) of 4.3 cm measured on a map with a fractional scale of 1:20000 .
a)
1.2km
b)
0.86km
c)
0.77km
d)
0.90km
20.
List two transferable skills gained from this course.
a)
Editing and painting
b)
Cooking and singing
c)
Drawing and storytelling
d)
GIS literacy and decision-making
21.
What does 'data collection workflow' in GIS refer to?
a)
The workflow for team meetings
b)
The timing of map printing
c)
The layout design for reports
d)
The sequence of steps to gather, process, and store spatial data
22.
Which method is commonly used for data input in GIS?
a)
Typing reports in Word
b)
Posting on social media
c)
Digitizing paper maps
d)
Watching satellite TV
23.
What is the nature of spatial data?
a)
Data in tabular format only
b)
Data that changes over time
c)
Data that has a geographic reference
d)
Data that is encrypted
24.
Which of the following is a spatial data model?
a)
Network and internet
b)
Bar and line chart
c)
Vector and raster
d)
Binary and decimal
25.
What is GIS data topology concerned with?
a)
The spatial relationships between features
b)
The shape of satellites
c)
The elevation of terrain
d)
The brightness of imagery
26.
Which of the following is an example of topological rule?
a)
Lines must be colorful
b)
Polygons must not overlap
c)
Points must be numbered
d)
Layers must be saved in PDF
27.
What does map projection help with?
a)
Transforming 3D Earth to 2D maps
b)
Increasing map brightness
c)
Reducing paper size
d)
Uploading maps to cloud
28.
Which of the following is a type of map projection?
a)
Mathematical projection
b)
Solar projection
c)
Digital projection
d)
Conic projection
29.
Why are projections important in GIS?
a)
They increase data speed
b)
They reduce data size
c)
They maintain spatial accuracy on flat maps
d)
They enhance color brightness
30.
Why is GIS topology important in spatial data management?
a)
It ensures spatial features maintain correct relationships like adjacency and connectivity
b)
It allows 3D printing of GIS layers
c)
It controls internet access within GIS software
d)
It helps convert shapefiles into videos
31.
What is the purpose of data models in GIS?
a)
To track weather forecasts
b)
To represent spatial features digitally
c)
To analyze financial data
d)
To create multimedia slides
32.
Which type of data model stores data in rows and columns?
a)
Vector
b)
Raster
c)
Network
d)
Topology
33.
Which data structure uses points, lines, and polygons?
a)
Vector model
b)
Raster model
c)
Topographic model
d)
Tabular model
34.
What is a key advantage of vector data?
a)
Compact in 3D format
b)
Low image quality
c)
Random color distribution
d)
High positional accuracy
35.
Which file format is commonly used for vector data?
a)
JPEG
b)
Shapefile (.shp)
c)
CSV
d)
TXT
36.
What is one challenge in managing GIS topology?
a)
Measuring slope angles
b)
Maintaining relationships during edits
c)
Creating dashboards
d)
Capturing video
37.
Which GIS function benefits from topological consistency?
a)
Map printing
b)
Color balancing
c)
Network routing
d)
Audio synchronization
38.
Which type of projection is best for mapping small areas?
a)
Universal Transverse Mercator
b)
Mercator projection
c)
Local tangent plane
d)
Gnomonic projection
39.
Which distortion is most common in global map projections?
a)
Shape and area distortion
b)
Font and label distortion
c)
Time zone distortion
d)
Weather pattern distortion
40.
What factor influences the choice of map projection?
a)
The purpose and scale of the map
b)
The language used
c)
The brightness of the screen
d)
The number of roads
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