Topographic Maps Quiz

What is the distinctive characteristic of a topographic map?

• The use of elevation contour lines

• The depiction of roads and rivers

• The inclusion of survey control points

• The representation of place names

What do elevation contours on a topographic map represent?

• Points below mean sea level

• Points above mean sea level

• Points with different elevations

• Points with the same elevation

What other geographic features are shown on USGS topographic maps?

• All of the above

• Trails, buildings, and towns

• Roads, railroads, rivers, and lakes

• Mountains and survey control points

What is the scale used for modern USGS topographic maps?

• 1:24,000

• 1:25,000

• 1:50,000

• 1:100,000

What are US Topo maps?

• Topographic maps that are not standard quadrangle maps

• Customized USGS-style topographic maps

• Scanned images of maps published from 1884 to 2006

• Digital topographic maps published from 2009 to the present

How can you obtain a full-scale plot of a 1:24,000-scale topographic map?

• Order a paper map from the USGS Store

• Download a free map file and print it

• All of the above

• Request a customized OnDemand Topo

How are USGS topographic maps named?

• All of the above

• Using directional terms if multiple maps cover a community

• After the largest community labeled on the map

• After the most prominent feature within the map bounds

How often are US Topo maps updated?

• Every 3 years

• Every 5 years

• Every 10 years

• Every 20 years