Topographic Map Reading
This worksheet helps students practice reading and interpreting topographic maps, including understanding contour lines, elevation, and landforms.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Refer to the provided topographic map diagrams where necessary.
1. What do closely spaced contour lines on a topographic map indicate?
A gentle slope
A steep slope
A flat area
A river valley
2. What is the purpose of an index contour line?
To show water features
To indicate magnetic north
To mark a significant elevation with a bolder line and label
To show the scale of the map
3. The difference in elevation between two adjacent contour lines is called the .
4. A series of V-shaped contour lines pointing uphill indicates a .
5. Based on the diagram, describe the landform shown and its general elevation trend.
6. How can you determine the direction of water flow in a river on a topographic map?
7. Contour lines never cross each other.
True
False
8. A depression on a topographic map is indicated by contour lines with hachure marks pointing inwards.
True
False
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