B.O.L.T.S.S Flashcards

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What does the acronym B.O.L.T.S.S stand for in geography?

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B.O.L.T.S.S stands for Borders, Orientation, Legend, Title, Scale, and Source.

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True or False: The ‘Title’ in B.O.L.T.S.S indicates what the map represents.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The _______ in B.O.L.T.S.S provides information about the units of measurement on a map.

A

Scale

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Which component of B.O.L.T.S.S helps to identify the direction on a map?

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Orientation

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What is the purpose of the ‘Legend’ in B.O.L.T.S.S?

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The Legend explains the symbols and colors used on the map.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT part of B.O.L.T.S.S? A) Borders B) Orientation C) Climate D) Scale

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C) Climate

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Short Answer: Why is it important to include ‘Source’ in B.O.L.T.S.S?

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The Source indicates where the map data originated, ensuring accuracy and credibility.

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True or False: ‘Borders’ in B.O.L.T.S.S refers to the lines that define the edges of the map.

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True

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What is the function of ‘Scale’ in a geographical map?

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Scale shows the relationship between distance on the map and actual distance on the ground.

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Fill in the blank: The _______ in B.O.L.T.S.S defines the geographic area covered by the map.

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Borders

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