Mapwork/Reading - SS1 Geography Past Questions and Answers - page 1
1
What is the primary purpose of maps?
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A
Aesthetic representation
B
Navigation and spatial understanding
C
Artistic expression
2
Which type of map is best for understanding the physical features of an area?
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A
Political map
B
Thematic map
C
Topographic map
3
What does a verbal scale use to describe the scale of a map?
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A
Words
B
Colors
C
Symbols
4
What kind of map is useful for trip planning and road navigation?
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A
Political map
B
Road map
C
Weather map
5
What type of scale is expressed as a ratio, like 1:100,000?
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A
Verbal Scale
B
Graphic Scale
C
Representative Fraction
6
What does a small-scale map typically represent?
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A large area with detailed information
B
A small area with less detail
C
A specific city's streets
7
Which type of scale provides more detail for a localized area?
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A
Large scale
B
Small scale
C
Graphic scale
8
In a map with a scale of 1:50,000, what does the ratio mean?
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A
1 unit on the map represents 50,000 units in the real world
B
50,000 units on the map represent 1 unit in the real world
C
The scale ratio does not apply here
9
What is one merit of using scales in mapping?
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Reduces accuracy in measurement
B
Facilitates accurate measurement and representation
C
Confuses map readers
10
Which type of map emphasizes specific themes or data, like population density?
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A
Road map
B
Thematic map
C
Verbal scale map
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