Topographic Maps Quiz

What is the contour interval on a topographic map?

• The distance between two cities

• The difference in elevation between two adjacent contour lines

• The width of a river

• The height of a mountain

What does the spacing of contour lines on a topographic map indicate?

• The temperature of the area

• The slope of the land

• The population density

• The type of vegetation

Why are topographic maps useful for hikers?

• They show buildings

• They provide detailed geographic information

• They predict the weather

• They offer historical facts

How can you tell if the land is steep on a topographic map?

• By the color of the lines

• By the closeness of the contour lines

• By the number of contour lines

• By the direction of the lines

What does the word elevation mean?

• The distance you walked.

• A map that shows the landscape of an area.

• The distance something is above sea level.

• A very steep hill.

What is topography?

• The study of weather patterns

• The study of Earth's surface features

• The study of ocean currents

• The study of animal behavior

What does the contour line labeled "1825" on the map represent?

• Elevation of 1825 feet

• Distance of 1825 meters

• Depth of 1825 feet

• Temperature of 1825 degrees

What is the primary feature labeled "Enchanted Rock" on the map?

• A river

• A mountain

• A forest

• A lake

What is an index line on a map?

• A line that is lighter than other lines

• A line that is darker than other lines

• A line that shows temperature

• A line that shows roads

How do you find the contour interval?

• Add two known elevations and divide by two

• Multiply two known elevations and subtract five

• Subtract one known elevation from another and divide by the number of spaces

• Divide one known elevation by another