ITBS Using Maps and Reference Materials 5

Question 1

Which reference source would be MOST helpful for finding the capital city of each state in the United States?

Accepted Answer

An atlas

Answer

An atlas contains detailed maps and geographic information, including political details like state capitals.

Question 2

On a map, what does a dotted or dashed line between two areas typically represent?

Accepted Answer

A proposed or unofficial boundary

Answer

Dashed or dotted lines on maps often indicate disputed, proposed, or unofficial borders rather than solid established ones.

Question 3

A student is reading an article and sees a superscript number next to a fact. Where should she look to find the source of that fact?

Accepted Answer

The footnote or endnote

Answer

Superscript numbers refer readers to footnotes at the bottom of the page or endnotes at the end of the document for source citations.

Question 4

The International Date Line is located at approximately which degree of longitude?

Accepted Answer

180°

Answer

The International Date Line runs along approximately 180° longitude, where the calendar date changes.

Question 5

A physical map uses brown and green colors to show elevation. Dark brown areas most likely indicate what?

Accepted Answer

High mountain elevations

Answer

On physical maps, darker browns typically represent higher elevations such as mountains and high plateaus.

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