Navigation - OS Maps
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What does this symbol represent?
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Church with a Steeple
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Church with a Tower
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Church without a Steeple or a Tower
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Cathedral/Abbey
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This quiz titled 'Navigation - OS Maps' assesses knowledge of various symbols used in map reading, including identifying churches, parking areas, viewpoints, and other key features on maps. It enhances geographic literacy and practical navigation skills.
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What does this symbol represent?
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Public House
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Parking
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Public Convenience
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Park and Ride
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A. ParkingExplanation
The symbol represents parking.Rate this question:
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What does this symbol represent?
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Castle
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Railway Station
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Walk/Trail
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Viewpoint
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A. ViewpointExplanation
This symbol represents a viewpoint. A viewpoint is a designated area that offers a scenic or panoramic view of the surroundings. It is often marked by a symbol similar to the one shown in the question. People visit viewpoints to enjoy the beauty of nature or to get a better perspective of their surroundings.Rate this question:
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What does this symbol represent?
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Picnic Site
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Campsite
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Pub
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Country Park
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A. Picnic SiteExplanation
The symbol represents a picnic site.Rate this question:
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What does this symbol represent?
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Sailing Club
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Boat Viewing Area
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Visitor Centre
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Slipway
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A. SlipwayExplanation
A slipway is a ramp or inclined plane that allows boats or ships to be moved into and out of the water. It is typically used for launching and retrieving boats. The symbol represents a slipway, indicating that there is a designated area for boats to enter and exit the water.Rate this question:
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What does this symbol represent?
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TV/Radio Tower
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Windmill
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Festival Destination
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Church with Steeple
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A. TV/Radio TowerExplanation
The symbol represents a TV/Radio Tower. This is because a TV/Radio Tower is a tall structure used for transmitting television and radio signals. It typically has a tall mast or tower with antennas or satellite dishes on top. This symbol is commonly used to indicate the presence of a TV or radio station or signal transmission in maps or signs.Rate this question:
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What does this symbol represent?
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Marshland
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Contours
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Cave
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Valley
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A. ContoursExplanation
The symbol represents contours. Contours are lines on a map that connect points of equal elevation. They help to visualize the shape and relief of the land, showing the steepness or flatness of an area. By studying the contours, one can understand the topography of the land and identify features such as hills, valleys, and ridges.Rate this question:
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What does this symbol represent?
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Cathedral/Abbey
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Church with a Tower
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Church with a Steeple
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Church without a Tower or a Steeple
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A. Church with a SteepleExplanation
A church with a steeple is represented by the given symbol. A steeple is a tall, pointed structure usually found on top of a church building. It serves as a visual landmark and is often associated with religious architecture. The presence of a steeple distinguishes a church from other types of buildings, such as cathedrals or abbeys, which may have different architectural features.Rate this question:
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What does this symbol represent?
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'Trig' Point
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Camping Barn
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Important Building
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Youth Hostel
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A. Youth HostelExplanation
This symbol represents a youth hostel. Youth hostels are accommodations that provide affordable lodging for young travelers, typically offering shared dormitory-style rooms and communal facilities. The symbol may be used on maps or signs to indicate the presence of a youth hostel in a particular area.Rate this question:
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What does this symbol represent?
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Police Station
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Parking
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Public Phone
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Public Convenience
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A. Public ConvenienceExplanation
The symbol represents a public convenience, which typically refers to a public restroom or toilet facility. This symbol is commonly used to indicate the location of such facilities in public places.Rate this question:
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