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Can we just stop and ask for directions? Oh, alright. Let's take a look at the map one more time. These quizzes investigate different types of maps, cartography, compass directions, scale, coordinates, symbols, and the charting of geographic areas!
Editors: Exit10, spanishliz, Pagiedamon, Tizzabelle Quiz Search:
1 I Am Legend
I am crucial. I am knowledge. I give direction. I make clear the confusing. I am on your map. I am legend!
Tough
10 Q
reedy
Mar 07 11
969 plays
2 Mercator - Renaissance Mapmaker
Mercator is my favorite mapmaker...someone you probably know very little about...prove me wrong and take my quizzie !
Average
10 Q
catnippin
Jul 15 01
2019 plays
3 "Criss-cross" around the Globe
A journey along parallels and meridians.
Tough
10 Q
Mr5
Nov 12 02
6396 plays
4 Which Map Would You Use?
This quiz is about all the types of maps that you would use for certain situations. Most examples that are given are Australian. Enjoy!
Average
10 Q
AW3404
Jun 12 09
1827 plays
5 Make Me a Map
This quiz explores some terms associated with cartography, or mapmaking. Have fun with it!
Tough
10 Q
catnippin
Nov 23 01
3750 plays
6 Mapping 101
How well did you listen in your geography class?
Average
10 Q
charlemagne
Apr 03 00
10428 plays
7 Get Coordinated
There are many types of geographic coordinate systems...this quiz will test your knowledge of a few of them !
Tough
10 Q
catnippin
Jul 11 01
1896 plays
8 Topographic Maps
A mapping revolution ! From hand-drawn to computer-generated...how much do you know about this indispensable tool ??
Difficult
10 Q
catnippin
Jul 09 01
2718 plays
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Last Updated Jan 30 13 12:30 PM

Some sample questions from this category:

* Which of the following terms describes the result of attempting to project the round earth on a flat map??
* What word is a synonym for all lines of latitude?
* Which of these map projections indicates a cylindrical view of the earth's surface?
* Which of these maps is a compromise projection that shows the least amount of distortion?
* What are the systems of interlocking lines of latitude and longitude on a map called?


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