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WorksheetsBulldog Map Reading
Total questions: 72
Worksheet time: 2hrs 45mins
Red, Pink, Orange, Olive, Dirt
There are four scales on the bar scale, what are they?
What is the definition of the word "grid"?
A pattern of intersecting parallel lines used to divide a map into small squares
The direction of north that is established by using the vertical grid lines on a map
A unit of measurement that is approximately 6,080 feet - which is one minute of latitude; it is slightly longer than a statute mile
An angular difference between true north and either magnetic or grid north
What is the definition of the term "topographic maps"?
An explanatory description on a chart, map, or other illustration
Alternately stopping and starting; coming at intervals
Manufactured, created, or constructed by man, rather than formed by nature
A map that shows relief and the position of natural and man-made features
What is the definition of the term "man-made"?
To show differences when compared
Alternately stopping and starting, coming at intervals
Manufactured, created, or constructed by man, rather than formed by nature
A natural or man-made feature on the earth's surface
What is the definition of the word "terrain"?
Height above sea level or the earth's surface
A map that shows relief and the position of natural and man-made features
A region or tract of land; the character (or topography) of a tract of land
Very noticeable or conspicuous; well-known
The typical distance for determining pace count is _____.
100 yards
100 meters
100 feet
100 kilometers
When you orient a map to your location you __________.
always make sure the top of your map is pointed north
may have to turn it sideways or upside down
make sure both you and the map are facing north
pinpoint your current location first using GPS
The typical distance for determining pace count is _____.
100 yards
100 meters
100 feet
100 kilometers
Pace count accuracy in the field can be affected by __________.
your height
slopes and surfaces
your shoes
current fitness level
What does the color brown represent on a map?
Trees and brush
Scenic routes
Roadbeds, cuts, and fills
Elevation and relief features such as mountain ranges
A topographic map shows __________.
elevation, terrain, and landforms
cities, roads, and forests
weather conditions by state
the location of possible earthquake damage
On a map, the explanatory description on a chart, map, or other illustration is called the __________.
marginal key
symbolic information
topographical key
legend
What type of map would show the population density of southern California?
Road map
Topographic map
Thematic map
Density map
These are the imaginary lines that run horizontally across the globe that measure the distance north or south of the Equator.
Latitude
Longitude
Which color on a military map is used to represent water features?
Green
Brown
Blue
Red
What do contour lines on a topographic map indicate?
Political boundaries
Changes in elevation
Population density
Roads and highways
Which of the following is a natural terrain feature?
Hill
Bridge
Building
Railroad
Which color on a military map is used to represent water features?
Green
Blue
Red
Brown
What does a contour interval indicate on a topographic map?
The distance between two grid squares
The change in elevation between adjacent contour lines
The scale of the map
The direction of north
Which of the following is NOT a natural terrain feature?
Ridge
Hill
Valley
Bridge
What does the color green typically represent on a military map?
Vegetation
Water features
Man-made objects
Elevation
Which feature is commonly used to determine elevation changes on a topographic map?
Legend
Compass rose
Contour lines
Scale bar
What does the color blue typically indicate on a standard topographic map?
Man-made structures
Roads
Vegetation
Water features
Which of the following is a man-made feature you might find on a map?
Valley
Ridge
Bridge
Hill
What does the color black typically represent on a military map?
Elevation
Water features
Vegetation
Man-made features such as roads and buildings
What does the color red typically represent on a military map?
Water features
Man-made features
Major roads and populated areas
Vegetation
Which of the following is NOT considered a major terrain feature on a military map?
Hill
Valley
Ridge
Cliff
Which feature on a map is used to show the relationship between map distance and actual ground distance?
Legend
Scale bar
Contour lines
Compass rose
What could this symbol represent on a map?
Forest
Lake
Mountain
River
What is the primary purpose of a map legend?
To show elevation changes
To display compass directions
To indicate scale
To explain the meaning of symbols and colors
The five major terrain features in a map
Hill, Ridge, Valley, Saddle, and Depression,
Sandlot,sandbar,base, lawn field,and basket hall
Hill, Spur, Valley, Saddle, and Depression,
Hill, Ridge, Valley, Saddle, and Depression,
how many degrees is north
200
0 or 360
180
300
how many degrees is south
180
180 Or 181
199
700
how many degrees is West
291
271
270 or 90
270
how many degrees is east
90
99
91
95
If the forward azimuth is greater than 180 degrees
he back azimuth is calculated by subtracting 180 degrees.
he back azimuth is calculated by subtracting 18degrees.
he back azimuth is calculated by subtracting 80 degrees.
he back azimuth is calculated by subtracting 101 degrees.
If the forward azimuth is less than or equal to 180 degrees
the back azimuth is calculated by adding 100 degrees.
the back azimuth is calculated by adding 18degrees.
the back azimuth is calculated by adding 180 degrees.
the back azimuth is calculated by adding 0 degrees.
What instrument is used to measure an azimuth on a map?
Ruler
a Pen
a protractor
a Phone
What is a G-M angle?
The angle between Grid North and Magnetic West
The angle between Grid North and Magnetic North
The angle between Grid North and Magnetic East
The angle between Grid North and North
How many degrees in a circle?
360
630
361
1000
What is an azimuth?
A horizontal angle measured clockwise from West
A horizontal angle measured clockwise from north
A horizontal angle measured clockwise from north West
A horizontal angle measured clockwise from southwest
How do you read coordinates on a map?
left to right
right and down
west and east
right and up
How do you compute a back azimuth?
Add or subtract 100degrees
Add or subtract 180 degrees
Add or subtract 360degrees
Add or subtract 188 degrees
What are the five basic colors used on a topographical map?
Black, Blue, Brown, Green, and Pink
Black, Blue, Brown, Green, and Red
Black, Blue, Brown, Green, and Gold
Black, Blue, Brown, Green, and Yellow
What do the five colors represent on a topographical map?
Black-man-made objects
Brown-contour lines and elevation
Blue-water
Green- Army Base
Red- Cities
Black-man-made objects
Brown-contour lines and elevation
Blue-water
Green-vegetation
Red-major roads and highways
Black-Hills
Brown-contour lines and elevation
Blue-Schools
Green-vegetation
Red-major roads and highways
Black-man-made objects
Brown- Valley
Blue-water
Green-vegetation
Red-major roads and highways
How do you find the north direction if you only have a map and no compass?
By finding the location of the sun
By looking for the map's north symbol or compass rose
By using the scale of the map
By measuring the distance between two known points
a tool used to indicate direction of a map
compass
map scale
map key
coordinates
What is the Legend?
A ruler of symbols to help you identify features on that map sheet.
A key of symbols to help you identify features on that map sheet.
A library of symbols to help you identify features on that map sheet.
How accurate is a four digit grid coordinate?
2000 Meters
1000 meters
1001 Meters
1500 Meters
How accurate is an six digit grid coordinate?
101 meters
1001meters
100 meters
10 meters
How accurate is an eight digit grid coordinate?
10 meters
1 meters
100meters
101meters
