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Ss Test

The document contains a series of questions related to map reading and interpretation, including definitions of key terms, identification of map features, and calculations based on a provided topographic map. It covers topics such as types of scales, contour lines, and slope characteristics. The total score for the questions is 50 points.

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Ss Test

The document contains a series of questions related to map reading and interpretation, including definitions of key terms, identification of map features, and calculations based on a provided topographic map. It covers topics such as types of scales, contour lines, and slope characteristics. The total score for the questions is 50 points.

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Instructions

Read the questions carefully and answer appropriately


Write neatly and eligibly
Follow the numbering system as used in the question paper
Question 1
1. Define the following terms
1.1 Map. [2]
1.2 Contour line. [2]
1.3 Convex Slope. [2]
1.4 Perennial river [2]

[5]

Question 3
3.1. Name two types of scales found on a topographic map. [2]
3.2. Give the ratio scale of a topographic map and describe what it means. [3]
3.3. What is the contour interval of the topographic map provided. [1]
3.4. Identify two constructed and two natural features found in block C2 . [4]
3.5. Mention four ways of showing height on a map. [4]
3.6. Give the height of trig beacon found in block A2. [1]
3.7. Differentiate between Orthophoto and topographic maps. [2]
3,8. Describe the gradient difference between block C3 and block C1. [4]
3.9. In block B4, provide one line symbol, and one area symbol. [2]
3.10. Provide any evidence from map that suggests agriculture is taking place in
Paarl. [2]

Question 4
Refer to the types of slopes and their contour patterns

4.1 identify the slope which is characterised by a concave slope. [1]


4.2 identify the slope which is characterised by a steep slope. [1]
4.3. Which slope would be suitable for building houses, explain. [2]
Question 5
5.1. From the above map, calculate the distance in km, from spot height 596 to trig
beacon 352. [4]
5.2. Give the coordinates of Pienaarskamp. [4]

Total= [50] .

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