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Test: Maps - Question 1

On an OS map, you will see numerous wiggly brown lines, some have numbers printed alongside them. What are these lines called and what are the numbers?

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The height above sea level is only approximate. It is very difficult to measure sea level as it changes with the tides
Test: Maps - Question 2

The Ordnance Survey was first established in the late 18th century. Why?

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In military terms, logistics is a word that means moving materials and forces from one place to another
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Test: Maps - Question 3

When giving any grid reference, which is the correct order?

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It is the same idea as using coordinates in your maths lessons, the x value first followed by the y value
Test: Maps - Question 4
Where the contours are very close together it indicates ...
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Where the contours are close together, it means there is a lot of difference in height in a short distance
Test: Maps - Question 5
There are several different types of road shown on OS 1:50,000 maps. Which of the following sequences represents the colours used for motorways, main roads and tarred minor roads in that order?
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Primary routes are coloured green, you will sometimes hear these called 'trunk roads'.
Test: Maps - Question 6
Which of the following statements about grid references is true?
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A four-figure grid reference gives the grid square to the north and east of itself
Test: Maps - Question 7
A cartographer is a person who ...
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The first cartographers worked on their own and with very limited surveying equipment so maps were not particularly accurate
Test: Maps - Question 8

How are contour lines used on a topographic map?

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Contour lines on a topographic map represent changes in elevation or height of the land surface, helping users understand the terrain's steepness and elevation differences.

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What does a thematic map focus on?

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A thematic map focuses on specific topics or themes such as population density, climate patterns, economic activities, or distribution of resources.

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How does a climate map help users understand weather patterns?  

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A climate map helps users understand weather patterns by displaying temperature ranges, precipitation averages, and climate zones across different regions, aiding in planning and decision-making related to weather conditions.

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