Year 7 Humanities: Geospatial Skills
This quiz will test your knowledge of general geographical and geospatial skills, concepts, terms and information.
Questions and Answers
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Match the correct term with the following definition:... the skills needed to identify, interpret and explain features and patterns in the environment, and to use different kinds of maps, photographs, satellite images and statistical data.
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Monographing skills
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Satellite mapping skills
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Geospatial skills
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Objectification skills
Correct Answer
C. Geospatial skillsExplanation
Geospatial skills refer to the abilities required to recognize, analyze, and describe characteristics and patterns in the surroundings, as well as utilize various forms of maps, photographs, satellite images, and statistical data. These skills involve understanding and interpreting spatial data, mapping, and utilizing geospatial technologies to gather and analyze information about the Earth's surface and its features.Rate this question:
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All maps should have BOLTSS. What do the letters in BOLTSS stand for and what do they mean?
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Border, Orientation, Legend, Title, Scale, Source
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Boulder, Orientation, Legend, Title, Scale, Source
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Border, Orienteering, Ledger, Totem, Scale, Sauce
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Bushes, Ogres, Lemmings, Toes, Soup, Sauce
Correct Answer
A. Border, Orientation, Legend, Title, Scale, SourceExplanation
BOLTSS stands for Border, Orientation, Legend, Title, Scale, Source. These elements are essential components of a map. The border defines the boundaries of the map, while orientation indicates the direction or compass rose. The legend explains the symbols and colors used on the map. The title gives a brief description or name of the map. The scale helps determine the distance between different points on the map. Lastly, the source provides information about where the data for the map was obtained.Rate this question:
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List all of the parts of BOLTSS that have been included in the map below.
Correct Answer
Orientation, orientationExplanation
The map includes the parts of BOLTSS which are orientation and orientation.Rate this question:
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Name the following types of symbols in maps:_______________ symbols show a specific feature at a certain place such as a toilet block, restaurant or shop.
Correct Answer
point, PointExplanation
The correct answer is "point" and "Point". In maps, point symbols are used to represent specific features at a particular location, such as a toilet block, restaurant, or shop. These symbols are usually small icons or dots that indicate the presence of these features on the map. The use of both lowercase "point" and uppercase "Point" suggests that the answer includes both the general term for these symbols (point) and a specific example or variant of the symbol (Point).Rate this question:
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Name the following type of symbols that are found in maps ____________ symbols form roads, rivers and railway lines.
Correct Answer
Line, lineExplanation
The given answer is correct because it identifies the type of symbols that are found in maps, which are line symbols. Line symbols are used to represent roads, rivers, and railway lines on a map.Rate this question:
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Name the following type of symbols that are found in maps ____________ symbols represent large areas, such as deserts or forests.
Correct Answer
area, AreaExplanation
The symbols mentioned in the question are used to represent different features on maps. In this case, the symbols being referred to are called "area symbols." These symbols are used to represent large areas like deserts or forests on a map. The word "area" is used to refer to these symbols, and it is written in both lowercase and uppercase format in the question.Rate this question:
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Enter the sequence of words would complete the following paragraphs (make sure each word is lower-case and separated by a comma): A compass has four main points: north, __________, south and west. These four __________ points are used to describe direction. For example, if you are facing __________, then south is behind you, east is to your __________ and west is to your __________. To give a more accurate __________, the four __________ points can be divided into __________- __________ points: north-east, __________-east, south-west and north- __________.
Correct Answer
east, cardinal, north, right, left, direction, cardinal, inter, cardinal, south, west, east, cardinal, north, right, left, direction, cardinal, inter-cardinal, south-east, north-west, east, cardinal, north, right, left, direction, cardinal, inter, intercardinal, southeast, northwestExplanation
A compass has four main points: north, east, south and west. These four cardinal points are used to describe direction. For example, if you are facing north, then south is behind you, east is to your right and west is to your left. To give a more accurate direction, the four cardinal points can be divided into inter-cardinal points: north-east, south-east, south-west and north-west.Rate this question:
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Look at the following table. Starting from the top and working downwards, which of the following sequence of bearings and directions would correctly fill in the table? Direction Bearing 0 degrees North East 45 degrees 90 degrees South East 135 degrees South _____ degrees 225 degrees West 270 degrees North West _____ degrees
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North, East, 190, South-West, 315
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North, East, 225, South-East, West
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North, East, 160, South-East, 115
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North, East, 180, South-West, 315
Correct Answer
D. North, East, 180, South-West, 315Explanation
The correct sequence of bearings and directions to fill in the table is North, East, 180, South-West, 315. This is because the table starts with 0 degrees, which corresponds to North. Moving clockwise, the next direction is North East at 45 degrees, followed by East at 90 degrees. Then, at 135 degrees, the direction changes to South East. Continuing clockwise, at 180 degrees, the direction is South-West. Finally, at 225 degrees, the direction changes to West, followed by 270 degrees for North West.Rate this question:
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Use the map below to answer the following questions: What is the approximate direction of Brisbane from Darwin?
Correct Answer
south-east
South-east
South-East
south-East
SoutheastExplanation
The approximate direction of Brisbane from Darwin is south-east.Rate this question:
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What direction would you travel to get from Melbourne to Sydney?
Correct Answer
North-east
North-East
north-east
north-East
NortheastExplanation
The correct direction to travel from Melbourne to Sydney is north-east.Rate this question:
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If I was travelling from Perth to Sydney, in which bearing would I be travelling?
Correct Answer
90
90 Degrees
90 degreesExplanation
If you were traveling from Perth to Sydney, you would be traveling in a bearing of 90 degrees. The term "90 degrees" refers to the direction or angle at which you would be traveling, and it indicates that you would be moving in an eastward direction.Rate this question:
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