07: Intermediate Map Reading Flashcards

(18 cards)

1
Q

Supplemental terrain features include cut, fill, and __________.

A

Depression

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2
Q

Name the three norths

A

True, Grid, Magnetic

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3
Q

Which tool is commonly used to measure direction on a map?
A) Compass
B) Protractor
C) Scale bar

A

B). Protractor

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4
Q

A terrain feature shaped like a “U” or “V” opening toward lower ground on a map is a..?

A

Valley

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5
Q

Direction on a military map can be expressed in __________, __________, or __________.

A

Degrees, Mils, Cardinal Directions

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6
Q

True or False: A saddle is a low point between two areas of higher ground.

A

True

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7
Q

What is the accuracy of an 8 digit grid?

A

10 meters

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8
Q

T/F: Brown on a military map is used for man-made features such as buildings and roads.

A

False; Black

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9
Q

What does the declination diagram tell you to do?

A

How to convert between grid and magnetic north

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10
Q

The __________ __________ is the vertical distance between two contour lines.

A

Counter interval

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11
Q

Thicker, darker contour lines that show elevation numbers are called __________ contours.

A

Index

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12
Q

Close contour line spacing indicates:
A) Flat terrain
B) Steep terrain
C) Water feature

A

B). Steep terrain

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13
Q

What typically is found around/with vallies?

A

Water, rivers

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14
Q

What major terrain feature starts with an H

A

Hill

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15
Q

T/F: A valley always points toward higher ground.

A

False

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16
Q

A __________ is seen on a map where two hills have a lower area between them.

17
Q

My contour lines form closed circles but have hachure marks (tick marks) facing inward.

A

I’m a depression

18
Q

A ridge is a collection of ______