Question detail
Which of the following best describes a cross section?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Cartographic skills
Question
- A. A two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional landscape
- B. A map showing only human features
- C. A photograph of a landscape
- D. A type of grid reference
Answer
A two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional landscape
Explanation
A cross section provides a two-dimensional view that represents the vertical profile of a landscape, showing how different features are arranged in relation to each other.
Common mistake
Misinterpreting Cross Sections
Students often confuse the features represented in cross sections, misidentifying physical and human landscape elements.
To fix this, practice identifying and labeling each feature in various cross sections, paying attention to the context and scale of the map.
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