Q. A map is a representation of the Earth’s surface drawn on:
a). A globe
b). A flat surface
c). A satellite image
d). A sketch
Answer: b). A flat surface
Explanation: A map shows the Earth’s surface (or part of it) on a flat paper, unlike a globe which is spherical.
Q. Which of the following is an advantage of maps over globes?
a). Maps show the exact shape of the Earth
b). Maps can show detailed information about small areas
c). Maps show the Earth without any distortion
d). Maps are larger than globes
Answer: b). Maps can show detailed information about small areas
Explanation: Maps are more useful for detail, while globes are better for shape and size of the Earth.
Q. A map showing natural features like mountains, rivers, and plains is called:
a). Political map
b). Physical map
c). Thematic map
d). Sketch map
Answer: b). Physical map
Q. Which type of map shows cities, towns, villages, and boundaries?
a). Physical map
b). Political map
c). Thematic map
d). Relief map
Answer: b). Political map
Q. A map designed for a special purpose like rainfall, roads, or population is called:
a). Thematic map
b). Physical map
c). Sketch
d). Political map
Answer: a). Thematic map
Q. Which of the following is not a component of a map?
a). Distance
b). Direction
c). Scale
d). Globe
Answer: d). Globe
Explanation: The three components of maps are distance, direction, and symbols. Globe is not part of a map.
Q. What is the purpose of a map scale?
a). To find directions
b). To calculate the actual distance on the ground
c). To show symbols
d). To locate places
Answer: b). To calculate the actual distance on the ground
Explanation: The scale shows the ratio between map distance and real distance.
Q. Which instrument is most commonly used to find direction on a map?
a). Ruler
b). Compass
c). Divider
d). Scale
Answer: b). Compass
Explanation: A compass shows cardinal directions (North, South, East, West).
Q. Symbols on maps are useful because:
a). They make maps colourful
b). They give lots of detail quickly and universally
c). They show only political boundaries
d). They are used only in thematic maps
Answer: b). They give lots of detail quickly and universally
Explanation: Map symbols are a universal language that help everyone read maps.
Q. The four major directions are called:
a). Ordinal directions
b). Cardinal directions
c). Thematic directions
d). Secondary directions
Answer: b). Cardinal directions
Explanation: The four cardinal directions are North, South, East, and West.
Q. Which of the following is a sub-direction?
a). North
b). South-West
c). East
d). West
Answer: b). South-West
Explanation: Sub-directions (intermediate directions) include North-East, South-East, South-West, North-West.
Q. If you are facing east, then the direction behind you is:
a). North
b). South
c). West
d). South-East
Answer: c). West
Explanation: East and West are opposite directions.
Q. Why are conventional symbols used in maps?
a). To decorate the map
b). To make maps difficult
c). To represent common features in a simple and standard way
d). To replace the scale
Answer: c). To represent common features in a simple and standard way
Explanation: Conventional symbols are universally accepted signs to represent features like roads, rivers, and railways.
Q. A blue colour on maps usually represents:
a). Mountains
b). Water bodies
c). Plains
d). Political boundaries
Answer: b). Water bodies
Explanation: Blue colour is conventionally used for rivers, lakes, and seas.
Q. Which colour is used for mountains on a map?
a). Blue
b). Green
c). Brown
d). Red
Answer: c). Brown
Explanation: In maps, brown shows mountains, green shows plains, and blue shows water bodies.
Q. A rough drawing made without scale to explain the way to a place is called:
a). Plan
b). Map
c). Sketch
d). Diagram
Answer: c). Sketch
Explanation: A sketch is a freehand drawing without scale, used to show direction or location roughly.
Q. A plan is different from a map because:
a). It is drawn on paper
b). It is always colourful
c). It shows very small areas with great details
d). It does not use symbols
Answer: c). It shows very small areas with great details
Explanation: A plan is a scaled drawing of a small area, such as a house or a room.
Q. Which one of the following is an example of a plan?
a). A world map
b). A village map
c). A map of India
d). A drawing of your classroom showing desks and doors
Answer: d). A drawing of your classroom showing desks and doors
Explanation: Plans show detailed layout of small areas, e.g., a classroom or building.