2. Thinking Geographically
Different Types Of Maps And What They Tell You — Quiz
Test your understanding of different types of maps and what they tell you with 5 practice questions.
Practice Questions
Question 1
Which type of map is designed to show a specific theme, such as population density or climate, rather than general reference information?
Question 2
What does a map projection do?
Question 3
What is one common limitation of the Mercator projection?
Question 4
What does a topographic map primarily show?
Question 5
On a choropleth map, what does darker shading usually indicate?