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Interpretation of physical and cultural features - SS1 Geography Past Questions and Answers - page 1

1

What do contour lines on a map primarily represent?

A

Vegetation types

B

Elevation

C

River networks

correct option: b
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2

Which contour line pattern is often used to represent a hill on a topographic map?

A

 Dashed lines

B

Concentric circles

C

Straight lines

correct option: b
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3

How can you determine the elevation change between two points on a map using contour lines?

A

Measure the distance horizontally

B

Count the number of contour lines crossed

C

Calculate the latitude and longitude

correct option: b
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4

What do V-shaped contour lines on a map typically represent?

A

Valleys

B

Ridges

C

Hills

correct option: a
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5

When contour lines form closed loops on a map, what type of geographical feature do they represent?

A

River

B

Plateau

C

Lake

correct option: b
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6

How do you recognize a river on a map?

A

Wavy lines

B

Straight lines

C

Dotted lines

correct option: a
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7

What type of symbol represents a human settlement, like a town or city, on a map?

A

Crosshatch pattern

B

Dot or cluster of buildings

C

Wavy line

correct option: b
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8

What are railways typically shown as on a map?

A

Squares

B

Parallel lines

C

Dotted lines

correct option: b
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9

Airports are often marked on maps with symbols that represent:

A

Birds

B

Runways and terminal buildings

C

Trees

correct option: b
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10

What are utility symbols on maps used to represent?

A

Elevation levels

B

Cultural landmarks

C

Government authorities

correct option: c
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