Question 1

What is the purpose of a map legend?

Accepted Answer

To explain the symbols used on the map

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To display the compass direction

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To show the scale of the map

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To mark the location of cities

Question 2

What does a map key typically show?

Accepted Answer

The meaning of symbols used on the map

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The elevation of mountains

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The population of each city

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The time zones of different regions

Question 3

What does topography refer to on a map?

Accepted Answer

The physical features of the land, such as mountains and rivers

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The average temperature of different regions

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The historical events that occurred in an area

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The political boundaries of countries

Question 4

Why is it important to understand the topography of a map?

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To navigate safely and plan routes

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To learn about the cultural heritage of an area

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To identify the capital cities of countries

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To predict the weather patterns in a region

Question 5

What is the purpose of a map scale?

Accepted Answer

To show the relationship between distances on the map and actual distances on the ground

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To display the average precipitation levels in a region

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To highlight the cultural landmarks in a city

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To indicate the population density of different areas

Question 6

What is the main function of a map legend?

Accepted Answer

To explain the symbols and colors used on the map

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To list the names of different countries

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To display the latitude and longitude lines

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To show the population density of cities

Question 7

What does the term 'compass rose' represent on a map?

Accepted Answer

The cardinal directions (north, east, south, west)

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The historical events that shaped a region

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The population distribution of different regions

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The geological composition of mountains

Question 8

What is the role of topography on a map?

Accepted Answer

To depict the physical features of the land, such as mountains and valleys

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To showcase the political boundaries of countries

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To highlight the major highways in a region

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To display the population density of cities

Question 9

What does the term 'elevation' refer to on a topographic map?

Accepted Answer

The height above sea level of a specific point on the map

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The population density of a region

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The distance between two cities on the map

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The average temperature of an area shown on the map

Question 10

What is the purpose of a map key?

Accepted Answer

To explain the symbols and colors used on the map

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To display the compass direction

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To show the scale of the map

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To mark the location of cities

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