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Understanding Latitude and Longitude - Starter Quiz

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  • Q1
    What is the name of the imaginary line at 0 degrees latitude that divides the Earth into Northern and Southern Hemispheres?
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  • Q2
    The Prime Meridian is the line of longitude labeled 0°, and it runs through Greenwich, England.
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    True or False
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  • Q3
    Sort each item into the correct category.
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  • Q4
    Which statement best describes the purpose of latitude and longitude on a map?
    They show where mountains and rivers are located.
    They are lines used to find the exact location of a place on Earth.
    They tell us about the climate of different regions.
    They represent time zones across continents.
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  • Q5
    Put the steps in order for how ancient civilizations would use latitude and longitude concepts to locate a place on a map.
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  • Q6
    Unscramble the letters to name the imaginary line that divides the Earth into northern and southern halves.
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    Jumble
    30s
  • Q7
    Put these major lines or features of the Earth in the order they appear from north to south.
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  • Q8
    Match each geographic term with its correct definition or example about latitude and longitude.
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  • Q9
    Which TWO of the following statements about latitude and longitude are correct? Select two answers.
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  • Q10
    Why were latitude and longitude important for the early development of civilizations?
    They allowed civilizations to accurately locate places on Earth for travel and trade.
    Latitude and longitude were used to measure time zones in ancient civilizations.
    Determining latitude and longitude helped early explorers navigate long distances and map their routes.
    Latitude and longitude lines helped people identify climates and compare the locations of settlements.
    Latitude and longitude were invented by the Egyptians to build pyramids accurately.
    Latitude and longitude tell you how high a city is above sea level.
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