Geography Basics Quiz

What is a region?

• An area defined by certain similar characteristics.

• A large landmass on Earth.

• A line of 0° latitude.

• A relationship between distance on a map and actual distance.

What does a map represent?

• A spherical model of Earth.

• A visual representation of an area.

• A large landmass on Earth.

• A nation with its own government and borders.

What is a globe?

• A visual representation of an area.

• A large landmass on Earth.

• A spherical model of Earth.

• An area defined by certain similar characteristics.

What is the Equator?

• A line of 0° longitude

• A line of 0° latitude

• A large landmass on Earth

• A visual representation of an area

What is the Prime Meridian?

• A line of 0° latitude

• A line of 0° longitude

• A large landmass on Earth

• A visual representation of an area

What does the scale on a map represent?

• The relationship between distance on a map and actual distance

• A large landmass on Earth

• A nation with its own government and borders

• A spherical model of Earth

What does a legend or key on a map explain?

• Directions

• Symbols

• Elevation

• Topography

Which feature shows directions such as North, South, East, and West on a map?

• Legend

• Compass Rose

• Topography

• Elevation

What does topography describe?

• Weather conditions

• Population density

• Shape and features of land surfaces

• Directions on a map

What is a landform?

• A weather pattern

• A natural feature of Earth's surface

• A type of map symbol

• A direction indicator