Questions about Maps and Geography

What is a map?

• A visual representation of an area

• A type of fruit

• A musical instrument

• A mathematical equation

What are latitude and longitude?

What does a map scale show?

What is the compass rose?

• A type of flower

• A navigational symbol

• A type of bird

• A musical instrument

Why do we use maps?

• To find locations and directions

• To play games

• To listen to music

• To cook food

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GPS stands for:

• Global Positioning System

• General Positioning Service

• Geographic Positioning Satellite

• Global Placement System

What does a satellite do?

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GIS stands for:

• Geographic Information System

• Global Information System

• Geological Information System

• General Information System

Remote sensing is:

• a method of collecting data from a distance without physical contact

• a technique for measuring temperature directly

• a process of manual data collection

• a way to sense emotions remotely

What is a topographic map?

• A map that shows the physical features of an area, including elevation and landforms

• A map that shows political boundaries and cities

• A map that shows weather patterns and climate zones

• A map that shows population density and demographics