Topographic Maps Quiz

What is elevation?

• The distance between two points

• The angle between the horizon and an object

• Height above sea level

• Distance below sea level

What is the unit of measurement for elevation?

• inches or centimeters

• pounds or kilograms

• gallons or liters

• feet or meters

What is contour interval?

• The contour interval is the angle between contour lines on a map.

• The contour interval is the horizontal distance between contour lines on a map.

• The contour interval is the vertical distance between contour lines on a map.

• The contour interval is the distance between two adjacent contour lines on a map.

How are contour lines used to represent elevation on a topographic map?

• Contour lines represent the distance between two points on a topographic map.

• Contour lines connect points of different elevation on a topographic map.

• Contour lines indicate the direction of water flow on a topographic map.

• Contour lines connect points of equal elevation on a topographic map.

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

• It represents a body of water.

• It means the map is inaccurate.

• It indicates a flat terrain.

• It indicates a steep slope or a cliff.

What does it mean when contour lines are far apart on a topographic map?

• No slope or level ground

• Gentle slope or flat terrain

• Steep slope or rugged terrain

• Contour lines are not related to slope

What is a benchmark on a topographic map?

• A benchmark on a topographic map is a point of known elevation that is used as a reference for other elevations on the map.

• A benchmark on a topographic map is a symbol used to represent a river or stream.

• A benchmark on a topographic map is a line that connects points of equal elevation.

• A benchmark on a topographic map is a type of compass used for navigation.

What is relief on a topographic map?

• Representation of elevation and shape of the Earth's surface

• Representation of temperature and climate on a topographic map

• Representation of vegetation and land cover on a topographic map

• Representation of political boundaries and cities on a topographic map

What is a hill on a topographic map?

• A hill on a topographic map is a body of water.

• A hill on a topographic map is a flat area of land.

• A hill on a topographic map is a sunken area of land.

• A hill on a topographic map is a raised area of land.

What is a valley on a topographic map?

• A valley on a topographic map is a low area between two higher points or ridges.

• A valley on a topographic map is a high area between two lower points or ridges.

• A valley on a topographic map is a flat area with no elevation change.

• A valley on a topographic map is a point where two rivers meet.