Practice - Basics of Cartography
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Practice Questions
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Define cartography in two sentences.
💡 Hint: What does 'cartography' imply about creating and using maps?
What is a map scale?
💡 Hint: Think of how distances measured on the map relate to actual ground distances.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What does cartography primarily deal with?
💡 Hint: What activity involves drawing and studying maps?
True or False: A small-scale map shows a larger area with less detail.
💡 Hint: Think about how detailed a world map is.
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Challenge Problems
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You are tasked with creating a thematic map showing amenities across a city. How would you decide on the symbols to use and the projection for your map? Explain your thought process.
💡 Hint: Consider accessibility and clarity for map users.
Discuss how different map projections could affect data interpretation in urban planning. Cite specific examples.
💡 Hint: Think about how visible features might change based on perspective.
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