Unraveling the World of Maps

Question 1

What type of map shows physical features of the land, such as mountains and rivers?

Accepted Answer

Physical Map

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Political Map

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Thematic Map

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Road Map

Question 2

Which term describes the scale of a map that shows a smaller ratio of real-world distances?

Accepted Answer

Small Scale

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Large Scale

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Equal Scale

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Proportional Scale

Question 3

What tool is commonly used for determining directions using a map?

Accepted Answer

Compass

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Protractor

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Ruler

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Caliper

Question 4

In map reading, what does the term 'legend' refer to?

Accepted Answer

The symbols used on the map

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A story about maps

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The scale of the map

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A biography of the cartographer

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a thematic map?

Accepted Answer

Climate Zone Map

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World Political Map

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Road Map

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Topographic Map