Grade 12 Geography Worksheet: Maps (Multiple Choice)

Maps Multiple Choice

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Grade 12 Geography Worksheet: Maps (Multiple Choice)

Maps Multiple Choice

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Grade: Grade 12

Subject: Geography

Topic: Maps

Time: 20 Minutes

Difficulty: Advanced

Questions: 20

Instructions:
Choose the best answer for each question. Read each map-related situation carefully and select the most accurate option. Questions become more challenging as you move through the worksheet.

Skills Practiced:

Maps
Geography
Critical Thinking
Problem Solving

1Question

What is the main purpose of a map legend?

2Question

Which map feature helps you determine the distance represented by each unit on the map?

3Question

Which cardinal direction is opposite north?

4Question

A map with a scale of 1:50,000 means that 1 cm on the map equals what distance on the ground?

5Question

Which type of map is best for showing the distribution of population density by area?

6Question

What is the purpose of contour lines on a topographic map?

7Question

If the contour lines on a map are very close together, what does this indicate?

8Question

Which map projection is known for preserving direction from the center point outward?

9Question

Which projection is commonly used for world maps despite distorting size and shape near the poles?

10Question

A thematic map that uses different colors or shades to represent ranges of data is called a

11Question

Which coordinate system is used to locate exact positions on Earth using latitude and longitude?

12Question

At 0° latitude, a location is on the

13Question

Which statement best describes latitude?

14Question

What is the main advantage of a large-scale map?

15Question

A topographic map is especially useful for identifying

16Question

Which factor most directly causes distortion in map projections?

17Question

If a map scale is 1:100,000, how far apart are two places that are 5 cm apart on the map in reality?

18Question

Which map projection would be most appropriate for a regional map of a country where preserving area is important?

19Question

When analyzing a political map, which feature is most likely to help identify administrative boundaries?

20Question

A GIS is best described as a system that

Answer Key

#	Answer
1	A. To explain the symbols used on the map
2	B. Scale
3	C. South
4	A. 50,000 cm
5	D. Choropleth map
6	C. To show elevation and landform shape
7	B. A steep slope
8	A. Azimuthal projection
9	D. Mercator projection
10	B. Choropleth map
11	C. Geographic coordinate system
12	A. Equator
13	D. It measures angular distance north or south of the Equator
14	B. It shows more detail over a smaller area
15	C. Relief, elevation, and landforms
16	A. Representing a curved Earth on a flat surface
17	D. 5 km
18	B. Equal-area projection
19	C. Boundary lines
20	A. stores, analyzes, and displays geographically referenced information