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Vocabulary about Maps legend, key and topography

Quiz by Mr. Andreas Lubbers

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  • Q1
    What is the purpose of a map legend?
    To display the compass direction
    To show the scale of the map
    To explain the symbols used on the map
    To mark the location of cities
    30s
  • Q2
    What does a map key typically show?
    The elevation of mountains
    The population of each city
    The meaning of symbols used on the map
    The time zones of different regions
    30s
  • Q3
    What does topography refer to on a map?
    The physical features of the land, such as mountains and rivers
    The average temperature of different regions
    The historical events that occurred in an area
    The political boundaries of countries
    30s
  • Q4
    Why is it important to understand the topography of a map?
    To learn about the cultural heritage of an area
    To identify the capital cities of countries
    To predict the weather patterns in a region
    To navigate safely and plan routes
    30s
  • Q5
    What is the purpose of a map scale?
    To display the average precipitation levels in a region
    To highlight the cultural landmarks in a city
    To indicate the population density of different areas
    To show the relationship between distances on the map and actual distances on the ground
    30s
  • Q6
    What is the main function of a map legend?
    To list the names of different countries
    To explain the symbols and colors used on the map
    To display the latitude and longitude lines
    To show the population density of cities
    30s
  • Q7
    What does the term 'compass rose' represent on a map?
    The historical events that shaped a region
    The cardinal directions (north, east, south, west)
    The population distribution of different regions
    The geological composition of mountains
    30s
  • Q8
    What is the role of topography on a map?
    To showcase the political boundaries of countries
    To depict the physical features of the land, such as mountains and valleys
    To highlight the major highways in a region
    To display the population density of cities
    30s
  • Q9
    What does the term 'elevation' refer to on a topographic map?
    The population density of a region
    The distance between two cities on the map
    The average temperature of an area shown on the map
    The height above sea level of a specific point on the map
    30s
  • Q10
    What is the purpose of a map key?
    To display the compass direction
    To explain the symbols and colors used on the map
    To show the scale of the map
    To mark the location of cities
    30s

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