GIS Quiz 1

What is the purpose of a GIS map legend?

• To display the map title

• To explain the symbols and colors used on the map

• To show the scale of the map

• To list the geographic coordinates

Which GIS software is developed by Esri and widely used in the industry?

• QGIS

• ArcGIS

• MapInfo

• GRASS GIS

In GIS, what does the term "buffer" refer to?

• A storage device

• A zone around a feature

• A type of spatial analysis

• A data projection method

How does remote sensing contribute to disaster management in GIS?

• By predicting future disasters

• By capturing real-time data during disasters

• By analyzing historical events

• By assessing economic factors

How can GIS be applied in disaster response and recovery?

• Analyzing celestial events

• Monitoring volcanic eruptions

• Assessing damage and planning evacuation routes

• Studying historical architecture

What is the purpose of a north arrow on a map?

• Indicating magnetic north

• Showing the direction of true north

• Displaying the map title

• Pointing to the geographic center

What does the acronym GPS stand for in the context of GIS?

What is the purpose of a suitability analysis in GIS?

• Determining the best location for a new facility

• Assessing changes in climate patterns

• Analyzing population growth

• Evaluating geological formations

Which file format is commonly used for storing geographic vector data in GIS?

• JPEG

• Shapefile

• TIFF

• GIF

How might GIS technology evolve in the future?

• By becoming obsolete

• By integrating with virtual reality

• By focusing solely on 2D mapping

• By eliminating the need for spatial analysis