Map Reading and Compass Quiz

What is the purpose of a topographic map?

• To represent the physical features of an area.

• To provide directions and navigation for travelers.

• To display the weather conditions of an area.

• To show the political boundaries of an area.

Which of the following is NOT a common feature found on a topographic map? A) Contour lines B) Scale C) Legend D) Grid lines

• A

• B

• C

• D

What does a compass help you determine?

• temperature

• time of day

• direction of magnetic north

• distance traveled

Which direction does the needle of a compass point to?

• magnetic north pole

• east

• south pole

• true north

What is the process of aligning a map with the surrounding landscape called?

• map calibration

• map adjustment

• map synchronization

• map orientation

Which of the following is NOT a step in orienting a map using a compass? A) Place the compass on the map B) Rotate the map until the compass needle aligns with the orienting arrow C) Draw contour lines on the map D) Adjust the map until it matches the surrounding landscape

• D

• C

• B

• A

What do contour lines on a map represent?

• lines connecting cities

• points of equal elevation

• boundaries between countries

• areas of dense population

What does it mean when contour lines are close together on a map?

• The contour lines represent bodies of water.

• The contour lines are inaccurate.

• The elevation change is gradual.

• The elevation change is steep or abrupt.

What does it mean when contour lines form a closed loop on a map?

• The area within the loop has different elevations.

• The contour lines are not accurate.

• The loop represents a river or a lake on the map.

• The area within the loop has the same elevation.

How can you determine the elevation of a point on a map using contour lines?

• By examining the contour lines on the map

• By using a GPS device to determine the elevation

• By analyzing the colors of the contour lines

• By measuring the distance between contour lines