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ZIMSEC A-Level Geography

P1Topographical map interpretation

Topographical map interpretation in ZIMSEC A-Level Geography: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. P1.1Use grid references, scale, bearings, contours and gradient to describe locations, distances and relief on a topographic map extract.
  2. P1.2Interpret physical and human features from a topographic map extract and write a short geographical description.

Lessons

  • Reading and interpreting topographic maps

    40 min

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Topographical map interpretation: sample question

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On a topographic map contour lines are very close together. What does this show?

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