ITBS Using Maps and Reference Materials 3

Question 1

The prime meridian is located at which degree of longitude?

Accepted Answer

0°

Answer

The prime meridian is defined as 0° longitude and passes through Greenwich, England.

Question 2

A student needs to find a synonym for the word 'enormous.' Which reference tool should she use?

Accepted Answer

Thesaurus

Answer

A thesaurus lists synonyms and antonyms, making it the ideal tool for finding alternative words.

Question 3

On a topographic map, lines that are close together indicate what about the terrain?

Accepted Answer

Steep slopes

Answer

Closely spaced contour lines indicate that elevation changes rapidly over a short distance, meaning steep slopes.

Question 4

Which direction does the arrow on a map compass rose typically point?

Accepted Answer

North

Answer

The primary arrow on a compass rose points north to orient the map reader.

Question 5

A student wants to find facts about the current population of Brazil. Which reference source would be MOST up-to-date?

Accepted Answer

An almanac published this year

Answer

A current almanac is updated annually and provides the most recent statistical data on countries.

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