Colton's Map of the World Quiz
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What was the Mercator Projection's impact on map definitions?

  • It became the standard methodology for map definitions (correct)
  • It accurately depicted the size and shape of continents
  • It was only used for defining ocean routes
  • It was mainly used for depicting unexplored regions

    • During which century did the Mercator style of map gain prominence?

  • 16th century
  • 19th century (correct)
  • 15th century
  • 18th century

    • What did the note on the 1855 Colton's Map mention about Antarctica?

  • Complete mapping of the continent
  • Absence of any explorers' routes marked
  • Detailed definition of the continent
  • Recent discovery of Mt. Terror and Mt. Erebus by Captain Ross (correct)

    • What characterized the 1500s in relation to mapmaking?

    <p>Age of exploration and traversing oceans on seas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What change occurred in power distribution by the 19th century?

    <p>Power moved from royalty and the church to wealthy merchants and a burgeoning middle class</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Mercator Projection distort?

    <p>The shape of continents and their size</p> Signup and view all the answers

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