Topographic Maps Quiz

What is the primary skill you should be able to perform after studying topographic maps according to the learning objectives?

• A) Predict weather conditions

• B) Determine the elevation

• C) Identify types of vegetation

• D) Calculate the area of a region

What is the purpose of contour lines on topographic maps?

• To show political boundaries

• To indicate different elevations

• To mark water bodies

• To display vegetation types

At what intervals are contour lines usually drawn on topographic maps?

• 1, 2, 3, etc.

• 5, 10, 25, etc.

• 15, 30, 45, etc.

• 20, 40, 60, etc.

Can contour lines on a topographic map cross each other?

• Yes, frequently

• Yes, but only at water intersections

• No, because each line represents a different elevation

• No, unless there is an error in the map

What does it indicate on a topographic map if the contour lines are closer together?

• The terrain is flatter

• The slope is gentler

• The slope is steeper

• The area is at sea level

What do contour lines form when they extend to the edge of a map?

• A plateau

• A valley

• Closed loops

• A river crossing

What is indicated by the last closed loop on a topographic map?

• The lowest elevation on the map

• The highest elevation on the map

• The midpoint elevation on the map

• The water level elevation

How are contour lines depicted when they cross a river on a topographic map?

• They form a straight line

• They bend outward

• They bend inward

• They bend and then cross the river

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

• The elevation is changing slowly.

• The elevation is constant.

• The elevation is changing quickly.

• The area is flat.

What can be inferred about the slope of the terrain when the contour lines on a topographic map are close together?

• The slope is gentle.

• The slope is steep.

• The slope is variable.

• There is no slope.