Mastering Map Skills for Intermediate Phase Learners

Question 1

How would you calculate the difference in height between two points on a map?

Accepted Answer

Subtract the smaller value from the larger value

Question 2

Where can teachers access additional resources and training on map literacy?

Accepted Answer

Department of Basic Education websites and resources

Question 3

What formula can be used to calculate the area on a map?

Accepted Answer

Area = (Length X Scale) X (Breath X Scale)

Question 4

Which scale represents the ratio of distances on a map?

Accepted Answer

Ratio Scale

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a type of map mentioned in the document?

Accepted Answer

Climate Maps

Question 6

What are the symbols used for coordinates on a map?

Accepted Answer

Degrees (°), Minutes (’), and Seconds (”)

Question 7

Which of the following is an example of a Mapcode used to represent a location?

Accepted Answer

3028AD

Question 8

Which type of map uses "vector data"?

Accepted Answer

Topographic Maps

Question 9

What type of map would most likely be used to understand the physical landscape and elevation?

Accepted Answer

Topographic Map

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a way to measure height on a map?

Accepted Answer

Elevation Scale

Question 11

What is the purpose of using a scale on a map?

Accepted Answer

To calculate distances between points on the map

Question 12

Which type of map uses "raster data"?

Accepted Answer

Orthophoto Maps

Question 13

If a map has a ratio scale of 1:50 000, how much distance does 1 cm on the map represent in real life?

Accepted Answer

0.5 km

Question 14

What is the definition of a map according to the document?

Accepted Answer

A graphic representation of the real world

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