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Map Design and Production

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What is the primary purpose of a map?

  1. To provide accurate directions

  2. To show the location of features on the Earth's surface

  3. To illustrate a story or concept

  4. To create a work of art

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

A map is a representation of the Earth's surface, or a portion of it, drawn to scale and showing the location of features such as mountains, rivers, cities, and roads.

What are the three main types of maps?

  1. Topographic maps, thematic maps, and choropleth maps

  2. Road maps, political maps, and physical maps

  3. Large-scale maps, medium-scale maps, and small-scale maps

  4. Reference maps, thematic maps, and choropleth maps

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Topographic maps show the physical features of an area, such as mountains, rivers, and valleys. Thematic maps show the distribution of a particular phenomenon, such as population density or climate. Choropleth maps use different colors or shades to show the variation in a particular phenomenon across a region.

What is the difference between a map scale and a map projection?

  1. A map scale shows the ratio of the distance on a map to the distance on the ground, while a map projection is a mathematical method for representing the Earth's surface on a flat surface.

  2. A map scale shows the ratio of the distance on a map to the distance on the ground, while a map projection is a mathematical method for representing the Earth's surface on a sphere.

  3. A map scale shows the ratio of the distance on a map to the distance on the ground, while a map projection is a mathematical method for representing the Earth's surface on a cylinder.

  4. A map scale shows the ratio of the distance on a map to the distance on the ground, while a map projection is a mathematical method for representing the Earth's surface on a cone.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A map scale is a ratio that shows the relationship between the distance on a map and the corresponding distance on the ground. A map projection is a mathematical method for representing the Earth's surface on a flat surface, such as a piece of paper or a computer screen.

What are the three main types of map projections?

  1. Cylindrical, conic, and azimuthal

  2. Mercator, Lambert conformal conic, and Albers equal-area

  3. Orthographic, stereographic, and gnomonic

  4. Transverse Mercator, Universal Transverse Mercator, and State Plane Coordinate System

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cylindrical projections represent the Earth's surface as a cylinder wrapped around the globe. Conic projections represent the Earth's surface as a cone placed over the globe. Azimuthal projections represent the Earth's surface as a flat plane tangent to the globe at a particular point.

What is the most common type of map projection used for world maps?

  1. Mercator projection

  2. Lambert conformal conic projection

  3. Albers equal-area projection

  4. Transverse Mercator projection

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Mercator projection is a cylindrical projection that is commonly used for world maps. It is a conformal projection, which means that it preserves angles and shapes. However, it does distort the size of landmasses, making areas near the poles appear larger than they actually are.

What is the difference between a choropleth map and a dot map?

  1. A choropleth map uses different colors or shades to show the variation in a particular phenomenon across a region, while a dot map uses dots to represent the location and quantity of a particular phenomenon.

  2. A choropleth map uses different colors or shades to show the variation in a particular phenomenon across a region, while a dot map uses lines to represent the location and quantity of a particular phenomenon.

  3. A choropleth map uses different colors or shades to show the variation in a particular phenomenon across a region, while a dot map uses symbols to represent the location and quantity of a particular phenomenon.

  4. A choropleth map uses different colors or shades to show the variation in a particular phenomenon across a region, while a dot map uses arrows to represent the location and quantity of a particular phenomenon.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A choropleth map uses different colors or shades to show the variation in a particular phenomenon across a region. For example, a choropleth map of population density might use different shades of green to show areas with different population densities. A dot map uses dots to represent the location and quantity of a particular phenomenon. For example, a dot map of earthquakes might use dots to show the location and magnitude of earthquakes.

What is the purpose of a legend on a map?

  1. To explain the symbols and colors used on the map

  2. To provide a key to the map's features

  3. To give the map's title and author

  4. To show the map's scale and projection

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A legend is a key to the symbols and colors used on a map. It explains what each symbol or color represents. This helps the reader to understand the map and to find the information that they are looking for.

What is the difference between a scale bar and a verbal scale?

  1. A scale bar is a graphic representation of the map's scale, while a verbal scale is a written statement of the map's scale.

  2. A scale bar is a graphic representation of the map's scale, while a verbal scale is a mathematical equation of the map's scale.

  3. A scale bar is a graphic representation of the map's scale, while a verbal scale is a ratio of the distance on the map to the distance on the ground.

  4. A scale bar is a graphic representation of the map's scale, while a verbal scale is a statement of the map's accuracy.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A scale bar is a graphic representation of the map's scale. It shows the relationship between the distance on the map and the corresponding distance on the ground. A verbal scale is a written statement of the map's scale. It expresses the ratio of the distance on the map to the distance on the ground.

What is the purpose of a graticule on a map?

  1. To show the latitude and longitude of places on the map

  2. To provide a reference grid for measuring distances and directions

  3. To help the reader to orient themselves on the map

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A graticule is a network of lines that shows the latitude and longitude of places on a map. It provides a reference grid for measuring distances and directions. It also helps the reader to orient themselves on the map.

What is the difference between a topographic map and a thematic map?

  1. A topographic map shows the physical features of an area, while a thematic map shows the distribution of a particular phenomenon.

  2. A topographic map shows the physical features of an area, while a thematic map shows the political boundaries of an area.

  3. A topographic map shows the physical features of an area, while a thematic map shows the economic activities of an area.

  4. A topographic map shows the physical features of an area, while a thematic map shows the cultural features of an area.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A topographic map shows the physical features of an area, such as mountains, rivers, and valleys. A thematic map shows the distribution of a particular phenomenon, such as population density or climate.

What is the most common type of topographic map used in the United States?

  1. 7.5-minute quadrangle

  2. 15-minute quadrangle

  3. 30-minute quadrangle

  4. 1-degree quadrangle

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The most common type of topographic map used in the United States is the 7.5-minute quadrangle. It is a map of a 7.5-minute by 7.5-minute area of the Earth's surface. These maps are produced by the United States Geological Survey (USGS).

What is the difference between a road map and a street map?

  1. A road map shows major roads and highways, while a street map shows all roads and streets.

  2. A road map shows major roads and highways, while a street map shows only local roads and streets.

  3. A road map shows major roads and highways, while a street map shows both major roads and highways and local roads and streets.

  4. A road map shows major roads and highways, while a street map shows only major roads and highways.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A road map shows major roads and highways, while a street map shows all roads and streets. Road maps are typically used for long-distance travel, while street maps are typically used for local travel.

What is the purpose of a title on a map?

  1. To give the map a name

  2. To identify the area that the map covers

  3. To provide information about the map's scale, projection, and legend

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The title of a map serves several purposes. It gives the map a name, identifies the area that the map covers, and provides information about the map's scale, projection, and legend.

What is the difference between a map and a globe?

  1. A map is a flat representation of the Earth's surface, while a globe is a three-dimensional representation of the Earth's surface.

  2. A map is a flat representation of the Earth's surface, while a globe is a two-dimensional representation of the Earth's surface.

  3. A map is a flat representation of the Earth's surface, while a globe is a one-dimensional representation of the Earth's surface.

  4. A map is a flat representation of the Earth's surface, while a globe is a four-dimensional representation of the Earth's surface.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A map is a flat representation of the Earth's surface, while a globe is a three-dimensional representation of the Earth's surface. Maps are typically used for navigation and planning, while globes are typically used for educational purposes.

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