Oxford University Press solutions for Voyage Geography [English] Class 8 chapter 1 - Interpreting Topographical Maps [Latest edition]

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A contour line is an imaginary line that connects all points having the same ______.

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In a grid system of a topo sheet, the lines that run vertically are called ______.

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Contour lines do not ______ one another.

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The contour lines of a hill are evenly spaced in the form of ______.

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Houses or huts in ______ settlement are far apart from one another.

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The contour lines for this feature are evenly spaced in the form of concentric circles.

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The contours for this feature are oval with contours close to each other indicating steepness.

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This feature can be identified by a drop in height of the contours.

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The green area in a topo sheet contains

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On the topographical map these water bodies are shown in black colour.

State whether the following are true or false

A contour line is an imaginary line that connects all points having the same temperature.

State whether the following are true or false

The lines that run vertically are called nothings.

State whether the following are true or false

Contour lines are drawn at fixed intervals.

State whether the following are true or false

A gap is a low lying depression or a valley which cuts through a range of hills.

State whether the following are true or false

The spot height is indicated on the map with a small triangle followed by the number.

What do topographical maps show?

What is a contour line?

Distinguish Vertical Interval and Horizontal Equivalent.

What is a ridge?

How do you identify a ridge on a topo sheet?

What is a saddle?

Draw a diagram to show a saddle.

What is a linear settlement?

Where would you normally find a linear settlement?

How would you recognize a metalled road and an un metalled one on a topographical map?

Answer the following questions in one or two paragraphs

What is a cliff?

Answer the following questions in one or two paragraphs

How can we identify a cliff on a toposheet?

Draw a diagram to show a cliff.

How is waterfall formed?

Draw a diagram to show a waterfall?

Where are V-shaped valleys and U-shaped valleys formed?

How can V-shaped valleys and U-shaped valleys be identified on a topo sheet?

What are the different factors that determine the location and the type of settlements?

How can transport and communication of an area be inferred directly from a topographical sheet?

Picture study.

Identify the type of settlement shown in the picture.

Picture study.

Write two characteristics of this type of settlement.

Identify the relief features shown by the following contour diagram

Identify the relief features shown by the following contour diagram

Identify the relief features shown by the following contour diagram

Identify the relief features shown by the following contour diagram

Identify the relief features shown by the following contour diagram

Identify the relief features shown by the following contour diagram

What do you mean by eastings and northings in a topographical map?

Mention features of a grid system of a topo sheet.

Explain the two types of grid references.

Which is the most common method of showing relief or elevation on topo sheets?

List some basic characteristics of contour lines.

How are topo sheets prepared for India?

How would you identify the following on a topo sheet: Gentle slope and steep slope

How would you identify the following on a topo sheet: Plateau

How would you identify the following on a topo sheet: Hill

How would you identify the following on a topo sheet: Col

How would you identify the following on a topo sheet: Pass

How would you identify the following on a topo sheet: Gap

What do you mean by settlements?

Explain temporary settlements.

Explain permanent settlements.

What are the three main types of settlement patterns on a topo sheet?

Compare Nucleated settlement and scattered settlement.

List the aspects that you should keep in mind while studying a topographical map.

What do you mean by Vertical Interval (V.I.) in a topo sheet?

Mention what does the following indicate on a topographical map: Black stream

Mention what does the following indicate on a topographical map: Blue stream

Mention what does the following indicate on a topographical map: Green area

Mention what does the following indicate on a topographical map: Yellow area

Mention what does the following indicate on a topographical map: White area

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Eastings and northings cross each other to form a square known as a ______.

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When referring to a grid, ______ are always stated first.

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Using ______ is the most common method of showing relief or elevation on topo sheets.

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On a topographical map, every 5th line is drawn thick and known as the ______.

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If contour lines are drawn close together, it indicates ______ slope of the land and if they are drawn far apart, it indicates ______ slope.

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______ are groups of houses where people live, such as villages or towns.

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Tents and huts are the most common forms of shelter in ______ settlements.

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______ settlement indicates that the large community is close knit and living on a fertile land.

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______ settlement develop in a line on either side of a road or a railway track.

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______ settlement is indicated by long distances between houses on map.

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______ are indicated on the topo sheet with a small triangle followed by the number.

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Settlements are always shown by ______ squares.

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The grid on the ______ corner of a topographical map is always the reference point or the starting point.