Looking at the bottom map, I can see:
- The contour interval is explicitly stated as 10 meters.
- There are labeled contour lines at 250 and 300, and a peak area labeled 350.
- Long Creek is shown flowing through the valley.
- Points A, B, C, and D are marked on the map.
For question 1: What is the contour interval?
- The map explicitly states "Contour interval = 10 meters".
For question 2: What is the elevation at A?
- Point A is on the contour line labeled 300, so its elevation is 300 meters.
For question 3: In what direction is Long Creek flowing?
- Water flows from higher to lower elevation.
- Looking at the contour lines around Long Creek, they form a "V" shape pointing upstream.
- The "V" points toward higher elevations (toward the 300 and 350 contours).
- Therefore, Long Creek is flowing away from the "V" shape, which appears to be generally southward (downward on the map).
For question 4: Label the steepest region S
- The steepest region is where contour lines are closest together.
- Looking at the map, the contour lines are most closely spaced near point C, where they converge sharply.
- This indicates the steepest slope in that area.
For question 5: Label each mountain top MT
- There are two distinct high points on this map.
- One is clearly labeled with "350" in the upper right.
- The other is at point C, where the contour lines converge to form a peak.
- Both of these should be labeled as MT (mountain top).
Let me now provide the complete answers to all questions.
Top Map Answers:
1. Contour interval: 20 units (likely meters or feet)
2. Elevation at Y: 300
3. Elevation at B: 260
4. Elevation at C: 420
5. Mountain top (MT) should be labeled at the center of the concentric contour lines (inside the 400 contour line).
Bottom Map Answers:
1. Contour interval: 10 meters
2. Elevation at A: 300 meters
3. Direction of Long Creek flow: Southward (or generally downward on the map, following the "V" shape of the contour lines)
4. Steepest region (S): Near point C where contour lines are most closely spaced
5. Mountain tops (MT): At the peak labeled "350" and at point C (where contour lines converge to form a peak).
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of simple topographic map worksheet.
