Practice - Drainage Features
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Practice Questions
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What is a drainage feature?
💡 Hint: Think about what water flows through.
Define flow direction in the context of topographical maps.
💡 Hint: Consider how water moves from high to low.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What determines the flow direction of rivers on a map?
💡 Hint: Water always flows from high to low ground.
True or False: All rivers are perennial.
💡 Hint: Consider how rain affects river flow.
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Challenge Problems
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Given a topographical map, identify and describe the characteristics of the drainage features present based on contour lines and symbols.
💡 Hint: Focus on how the contour lines change to determine flow.
Analyze two different river systems on a map: one seasonal and one perennial. Evaluate their likely impact on human settlement.
💡 Hint: Consider the availability of water throughout the year.
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