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What is described as physical features such as mountains and valleys with contour lines that show height on a map?

  • Physical Map
  • Political Map
  • Topographical Map (correct)
  • Thematic Map

What does the Equator represent in terms of geographic classification?

  • Prime Meridian
  • Tropic of Cancer
  • Line of Latitude (correct)
  • Line of Longitude

If a map scale indicates that 1 cm represents 100 miles and a distance measures 3 cm on the map, what is the actual distance?

  • 100 miles
  • 150 miles
  • 200 miles
  • 300 miles (correct)

Which line divides the Earth into the Eastern and Western Hemispheres?

<p>Prime Meridian (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Lines of latitude and longitude are described as what type of lines?

<p>Imaginary lines (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a key/legend on a map?

<p>To explain symbols that represent real things in the world (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about an atlas?

<p>An atlas contains a collection of maps. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many continents are there in the world?

<p>7 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What feature of a map helps determine how big the things shown are and the real distances?

<p>Scale (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a feature or element of a map?

<p>Narrative (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a physical map, what type of features does it document?

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If you are located at the library on a community map, which statement is most likely true?

<p>There are food places nearby. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct definition of a cartographer?

<p>One who draws or produces maps. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Map Quiz Study Notes

  • Cartographer: A person who produces or draws maps.

  • Atlas: A collection of maps compiled in a book format.

  • Flat Maps vs. Globe: World maps depict a globe's representation when it is flattened out.

  • Map Features:

    • Title: Indicates the subject of the map.
    • Legend (Key): Explains symbols used on the map.
    • Direction: Often indicated by a compass rose.
    • Scale: Shows the relationship between map distance and real-world distance.
  • Legend/Key: It represents symbols corresponding to real-world objects on a map, aiding in navigation and understanding.

  • Community Map Analysis:

    • Number of food places can be determined by the community map.
    • Location of key places, like libraries and post offices, can be inferred from the map.
  • Continents: There are seven (7) continents globally.

  • Physical Map: Represents landscape features such as mountains, rivers, and valleys.

  • Smallest Continent: Asia is not the smallest continent; Australia holds that title.

  • Map Scale Importance: A scale helps determine the real distances between locations depicted on the map.

  • Geographical Neighbors: Afghanistan is a neighboring country of Pakistan.

  • Imaginary Lines: Latitude runs east to west (not north to south), while lines of latitude and longitude are imaginary tools used for navigation.

  • Topographical Maps: Show detailed physical features, including elevations and contours of terrain.

  • Prime Meridian: Divides the Earth into eastern and western hemispheres.

  • Map Measurement Example: If the scale indicates that 1 cm equals 100 miles, a distance of 3 cm on a map represents 300 miles in reality.

  • Equator: A line of latitude, it divides the Earth into northern and southern hemispheres.

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