Topographic Map Reading Skills
A Grade 12 social studies worksheet focused on understanding and interpreting topographic maps, including contour lines, elevation, and landforms.
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Topographic Map Reading Skills
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Read each question carefully and provide your best answer based on your knowledge of topographic map reading. Refer to the provided topographic map illustration for visual questions.
1. What do closely spaced contour lines on a topographic map indicate?
Gentle slope
Steep slope
Flat terrain
Water body
2. What is the purpose of an index contour line?
To show water features
To indicate magnetic north
To mark a specific elevation and make map reading easier
To represent a road or trail
3. The vertical distance between two adjacent contour lines is known as the .
4. A series of V-shaped contour lines pointing uphill indicates a .
5. Examine the provided illustration of a topographic map section. Describe the general topography of the area shown.
6. Contour lines never cross each other.
True
False
7. A depression on a topographic map is indicated by contour lines with hachure marks pointing inward.
True
False
Match the topographic map feature with its description.
8. Contour Interval
a. Lines connecting points of equal elevation
9. Contour Lines
b. The difference in elevation between two adjacent contour lines
10. Benchmark
c. A permanent marker indicating a precisely measured elevation
11. Explain how a topographic map can be used to plan a hiking route, considering factors like slope, elevation changes, and potential water sources. What symbols would you look for?
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