CORE CORE Land Navigation and Orienteering 4

Question 1

When using a baseplate compass, which part physically points toward magnetic north?

Accepted Answer

The red end of the magnetic needle

Answer

The red end of the magnetic needle always points toward magnetic north regardless of how the compass is held.

Question 2

On a topographic map, contour lines that form a series of concentric closed circles typically indicate a:

Accepted Answer

Hilltop or summit

Answer

Concentric closed contour lines represent a high point such as a hilltop or mountain summit.

Question 3

A hunter is traveling southeast. On a standard compass, the bearing for southeast is:

Accepted Answer

135°

Answer

Southeast falls exactly halfway between south (180°) and east (90°), giving a bearing of 135°.

Question 4

What does it mean to 'pace count' in land navigation?

Accepted Answer

Count every two steps taken to estimate distance traveled

Answer

A pace count involves counting every two steps (one pace) to estimate distance based on your known pace length.

Question 5

Which natural feature on a topographic map is represented by contour lines forming a V or U shape pointing uphill?

Accepted Answer

Valley or drainage

Answer

V- or U-shaped contour lines pointing toward higher elevation indicate a valley, draw, or drainage area.

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