Maps, Globes, and Geographic Tools — Quiz
1.
A map has a scale where 1 inch = 100 miles. Two cities are 4.5 inches apart on the map. What is the actual distance between them?
2.
Which type of map would be MOST useful for finding out where oil is produced in the United States?
3.
The coordinates 35°N, 105°W would place a location:
4.
Explain the difference between latitude and longitude. Which runs east-west? Which runs north-south?
5.
What are two advantages of digital maps compared to paper maps?
6.
What dös LATITUDE measure?