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Which continent is known to have no permanent residents?
Which is the only continent that is also classified as a country?
What is the largest continent by area?
Which continent is noted as the most populated?
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What is a characteristic feature of Antarctica?
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What is the first step in plotting latitude and longitude?
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Which direction do you move when plotting latitude?
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In plotting longitude, which direction do you typically go?
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What need to be done before practicing coordinates?
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What is the recommended way to improve clarity while plotting latitude and longitude?
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Which ocean is the largest in the world?
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What is another name for the Northern Ocean?
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Which ocean is known as the newest ocean?
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Which ocean ranks second in size after the Pacific Ocean?
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Which ocean is located to the south of Africa?
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Which continent is colored red on the world map?
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What color represents South America on the map?
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Which continent is associated with the color light blue?
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Identify the continent that is represented in orange.
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Which continent is colored green?
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What is the main disadvantage of globes compared to maps?
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Which type of map projection is most accurate near the equator?
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What is a benefit of maps compared to globes?
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What does the term 'distortion' refer to in the context of maps?
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What is a characteristic of conical map projections?
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What is a primary feature of choropleth maps?
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What do physical maps primarily depict?
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What are lines of latitude known as due to their behavior of not intersecting each other?
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What do isoline maps typically represent?
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At which degrees is the Prime Meridian located?
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In point symbols maps, what does a larger symbol indicate?
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Which of the following is an example of a cartogram map?
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How do political maps differ from physical maps?
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Flow-line maps are particularly useful for illustrating which of the following?
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What is a defining feature of dot symbol maps?
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Which geographic line is known to divide the Earth into northern and southern hemispheres?
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What is the maximum degree measurement for latitude?
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Which type of map is characterized by showing a specific theme or idea?
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How is latitude measured?
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In which context would a cartogram map be most effective?
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What might the colors on a political map indicate?
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How do point symbols differ from isoline maps?
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How are lines of longitude measured?
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Which of the following statements is true about isoline maps and dot symbol maps?
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What does the coordinate 35° 0' 26.64" N represent?
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Which characteristic is common among thematic maps?
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What crucial information does a choropleth map provide through its use of color and shading?
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What distinguishes lines of longitude from lines of latitude?
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Which of the following statements accurately describes the role of latitude and longitude?
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What is the Prime Meridian's degree measurement?
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Study Notes
Seven Continents
- Asia is the largest and most populated continent.
- Africa follows in size and population.
- North America, South America, Antarctica (no permanent residents), Europe, and Australia come next in descending order of size.
- Australia is unique as it is both a country and a continent.
- Continents are often organized from largest to smallest size.
Steps to Plotting Latitude/Longitude
- Begin by identifying the center of the grid at coordinates (0,0), where the equator and prime meridian intersect.
- Latitude coordinates are marked by counting north or south from zero.
- Longitude coordinates are determined by moving east or west along the same latitude line.
- Prepare the plotting sheet by tracing significant lines, labeling them, and marking every tenth line.
Five Oceans
- Oceans ranked from largest to smallest: Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Southern (also known as Antarctic), and Northern (also known as Arctic).
- Each ocean is distinctly labeled on maps for easy identification.
Maps vs. Globes
- Globes provide a 3D representation of Earth, being the most accurate but less transportable and detailed than maps.
- Maps are flat (2D) and transportable, capable of depicting more detail but subject to distortions, including size and shape.
Types of Map Projections
- Cylindrical Projections (e.g., Mercator) misrepresent areas as they approach the poles while being accurate near the equator.
- Planar Projections show poles well but distort areas away from them.
- Conical Projections accurately present area and are used for wide expanses or thematic mapping, like population density.
Isoline Maps
- Display lines that connect points of equal value, such as temperature or elevation, often used in topographic maps.
Point Symbols (Proportional Symbols)
- Utilize varied symbol sizes to indicate the occurrence level of a variable; larger dots signal greater amounts.
Dot Symbols Map (Thematic Map)
- 1 dot represents a specified quantity of the variable depicted on the map.
Latitude and Longitude Overview
- Latitude runs horizontally, measured north and south from the equator (0° to 90°).
- Longitude runs vertically, measured east and west from the Prime Meridian (0° to 180°).
Describing Latitude and Longitude
- Latitude is indicated as North/South, ranging from the equator at 0° to the poles at 90°.
- Longitude is indicated as East/West, extending from the Prime Meridian at 0° to the International Date Line at 180°.
Types of Maps
- Physical Maps highlight natural features like rivers and mountains.
- Political Maps show governmental boundaries such as states and countries.
- Thematic Maps focus on a specific theme or idea, offering various detailed representations.
Additional Map Types
- Choropleth Maps use colors and shading to illustrate different variables with specific data.
- Cartogram Maps distort size to display variable differences, e.g., population distribution.
- Flow-Line Maps depict the movement of entities or phenomena, highlighting patterns and statistics related to various movements.
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Test your knowledge on the seven continents and five oceans. This quiz covers their sizes, populations, and how to plot latitude and longitude on a map. Challenge yourself to see how well you understand global geography!
