Use these contour maps notes to teach topographic maps, and then assess learning with a brief contour maps quiz.
Topographic Maps Notes:
- Introductory notes on the definition of topographic/contour maps, map vocabulary (contour lines, contour interval, elevation, scale), and how to read line spacing (close = steep, far = gentle); also includes some “test yourself” slides to make sure the kids are understanding what they’ve covered
- Presentation provided in both PowerPoint and Google Slides versions
- Includes a Cloze worksheet for students to fill in blanks as they view the presentation – great as a study guide!
Topographic Maps Quiz:
- This is a brief 5-question quiz that assesses students’ basic ability to read contour maps. Each question provides a map for analysis and then gives multiple-choice answers to choose from.
- There are two print versions of the quiz provided. They appear to be identical but have different answer choices. Wandering eyes will see a quiz that looks like their own, but would have different correct answers.
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Teacher Notes:
- Answer keys are always included.
- Please note that the contour maps notes are editable but the quiz is not editable.
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Related Standards:
- NGSS MS-ESS2-2: Construct an explanation based on evidence for how geoscience processes have changed Earth’s surface at varying time and spatial scales.
