MCQ Chapter 9 Geography Class 8 Maharashtra Board MCQ For All Chapters – Geography Class 8MAP SCALE 1. What is the main purpose of a map scale?To decorate the mapTo show distance relationships between map and real worldTo make maps more colorfulTo add elevation detailsQuestion 1 of 202. Why is it necessary to measure ground distances before making a map?To ensure correct proportions in the mapTo determine land ownershipTo choose a color scheme for the mapTo make the map more attractiveQuestion 2 of 203. What is a major disadvantage of small-scale maps?They are difficult to foldThey do not show details clearlyThey take up too much spaceThey are not used in real lifeQuestion 3 of 204. How is a verbal scale usually written?1:50,0001 cm = 50 kmA line with markingsA pie chartQuestion 4 of 205. Which method of map scaling is best suited for resizing maps?Numerical scaleVerbal scaleGraphical scaleContour scaleQuestion 5 of 206. What happens when a large-scale map is converted into a small-scale map?More details become visibleThe map covers a smaller areaDetails are lostThe map remains unchangedQuestion 6 of 207. What is the unit of measurement in numerical scales?Always kilometersAny consistent unitOnly centimetersOnly inchesQuestion 7 of 208. What is the best way to measure distance on a map with curved roads?Using a rulerUsing a piece of stringGuessing the distanceUsing a pencilQuestion 8 of 209. How is a map scale useful for travelers?It helps them understand the terrainIt allows them to measure distances accuratelyIt makes maps easier to carryIt provides GPS directionsQuestion 9 of 2010. What is an example of a small-scale map?A street mapA map of a shopping mallA world mapA city guideQuestion 10 of 2011. Which type of scale is commonly found in an atlas?Verbal scaleGraphical scaleSmall-scale numerical scaleNone of the aboveQuestion 11 of 2012. If a map has a scale of 1:1,000,000, what does it mean?1 cm represents 10,000 cm1 cm represents 1,000,000 cm1 cm represents 1,000 km1 cm represents 100 kmQuestion 12 of 2013. What is the term used for measuring distances using landmarks on a map?ScalingMappingSurveyingGraphingQuestion 13 of 2014. Why are map scales important in construction?They help in planning accurate site layoutsThey add decoration to construction mapsThey predict future land useThey reduce the cost of constructionQuestion 14 of 2015. What is an advantage of numerical scales over verbal scales?They can be used internationallyThey are easier to understandThey change when a map is resizedThey require conversion between unitsQuestion 15 of 2016. If a map has a scale of 1:50,000, how many centimeters on the map represent 5 km on the ground?5 cm10 cm50 cm100 cmQuestion 16 of 2017. How can a map be resized while keeping distances proportional?By using a graphical scaleBy changing the verbal scaleBy guessing distancesBy removing some landmarksQuestion 17 of 2018. What is the first step in creating a map scale?Deciding the map sizeMeasuring ground distancesAdding colors to the mapNaming locationsQuestion 18 of 2019. Why are world maps considered small-scale maps?They cover small areasThey provide detailed informationThey reduce large distances into a small spaceThey are physically small in sizeQuestion 19 of 2020. What does a numerical scale of 1:25,000 mean?1 cm represents 25 km1 cm represents 250 m1 cm represents 25,000 cm (250 m)1 cm represents 2.5 kmQuestion 20 of 20 Loading...
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