Secondary 2 Geography Map Graph Data Skills Quiz

Secondary 2 Geography Quiz - Map Graph Data Skills

Name: _________________ Class: _________________ Date: _________________

Score: _____ / 50 Duration: 45 minutes

Instructions:

• Answer all questions in the spaces provided
• Use the figures and maps provided to support your answers
• Show all working for calculation questions
• Write clearly and use geographical terminology where appropriate

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Section A: Map Skills [15 marks]

Questions 1-5: Use the topographic map extract provided

1. State the four-figure grid reference of the hospital shown on the map. [1 mark]

Grid reference: ________________

2. Identify the main type of vegetation found in grid square 2547. [1 mark]

Vegetation type: ________________

3. Using evidence from the map, describe two characteristics of the settlement pattern in the northern section of the map extract. [4 marks]

Characteristic 1: ________________________________________________________________

Evidence: ______________________________________________________________________

Characteristic 2: ________________________________________________________________

Evidence: ______________________________________________________________________

4. Calculate the straight-line distance between the church in grid square 2446 and the school in grid square 2648. Show your working. [3 marks]

Working: _______________________________________________________________________

Distance: ________________ km

5. Explain why the main road follows the route shown on the map rather than taking a more direct path. [6 marks]

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Section B: Graph and Data Interpretation [20 marks]

Questions 6-10: Study Figure 1, which shows urban population growth in Southeast Asian cities from 1990-2020

6. State the urban population of Manila in 2010. [1 mark]

Population: ________________ million

7. Describe the trend in urban population for Jakarta between 1990 and 2020. Refer to statistics in your answer. [3 marks]

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8. Compare the urban population growth trends of Singapore and Bangkok from 1990 to 2020. [4 marks]

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9. Calculate the percentage increase in urban population for Ho Chi Minh City between 1990 and 2020. Show your working and round to the nearest whole number. [3 marks]

Working: _______________________________________________________________________

Percentage increase: ________________%

10. Explain two factors that could account for the rapid urban population growth shown in Figure 1. [9 marks]

Factor 1: ______________________________________________________________________

Explanation: ___________________________________________________________________

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Factor 2: ______________________________________________________________________

Explanation: ___________________________________________________________________

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Section C: Visual Analysis and Application [15 marks]

Questions 11-15: Study Photographs A and B, which show different types of urban housing

11. Identify the type of housing shown in Photograph A. [1 mark]

Housing type: ________________

12. Describe two visible characteristics of the housing in Photograph B. [4 marks]

Characteristic 1: ________________________________________________________________

Characteristic 2: ________________________________________________________________

13. Explain how the housing conditions shown in Photograph B could impact the health of residents. [4 marks]

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14. Suggest two strategies that could be used to improve the housing conditions shown in Photograph B. [4 marks]

Strategy 1: ____________________________________________________________________

Strategy 2: ____________________________________________________________________

15. Evaluate the effectiveness of slum upgrading as a strategy to improve informal housing. Use examples to support your answer. [2 marks]

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Section D: Fieldwork and Investigation Skills [10 marks]

Questions 16-20: A group of students is planning to investigate traffic congestion in their local area

16. State one hypothesis the students could test in their investigation. [1 mark]

Hypothesis: ____________________________________________________________________

17. Identify one primary data collection method suitable for this investigation. [1 mark]

Method: _______________________________________________________________________

18. The students are considering two locations for their traffic count: Location X (busy shopping street) and Location Y (residential road near a school). Which location would be more suitable for investigating peak hour congestion? Justify your choice. [3 marks]

Chosen location: ________________

Justification: __________________________________________________________________

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19. Describe how the students could use systematic sampling to select vehicles for their survey. [3 marks]

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20. Explain two limitations the students might face when conducting their traffic investigation. [2 marks]

Limitation 1: ___________________________________________________________________

Limitation 2: ___________________________________________________________________

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End of Quiz

Secondary 2 Geography Quiz - Map Graph Data Skills (Answer Key)

Total Marks: 50

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Section A: Map Skills [15 marks]

1. State the four-figure grid reference of the hospital shown on the map. [1 mark]

Answer: 2547 (Accept any reasonable grid reference based on map provided) Marking: 1 mark for correct four-figure grid reference

2. Identify the main type of vegetation found in grid square 2547. [1 mark]

Answer: Forest/Woodland/Trees (Accept appropriate vegetation type based on map symbols) Marking: 1 mark for correct identification using map legend

3. Using evidence from the map, describe two characteristics of the settlement pattern in the northern section of the map extract. [4 marks]

Sample Answer: Characteristic 1: Linear settlement pattern Evidence: Buildings are arranged along the main road/river

Characteristic 2: Dispersed/scattered settlement Evidence: Individual buildings are spread out with gaps between them

Marking Scheme:

• 1 mark for each characteristic (2 marks total)
• 1 mark for appropriate evidence for each characteristic (2 marks total)
• Accept: nucleated, linear, dispersed patterns with appropriate evidence

4. Calculate the straight-line distance between the church in grid square 2446 and the school in grid square 2648. Show your working. [3 marks]

Sample Answer: Working: Using ruler measurement on map = 4.2 cm Map scale = 1:50,000 Actual distance = 4.2 × 50,000 = 210,000 cm = 2.1 km

Answer: 2.1 km (Accept 2.0-2.2 km depending on map accuracy)

Marking Scheme:

• 1 mark for correct measurement method
• 1 mark for correct scale conversion
• 1 mark for final answer in appropriate units

5. Explain why the main road follows the route shown on the map rather than taking a more direct path. [6 marks]

Sample Answer: The road follows the contours to avoid steep gradients that would make construction difficult and expensive. Building roads on steep slopes requires more engineering work such as cuttings and embankments. The winding route also avoids crossing rivers which would require expensive bridge construction. Additionally, the road may follow the valley floor where the ground is more stable and suitable for construction. This route, while longer, is more cost-effective and safer for vehicles to use.

Marking Scheme:

• 2 marks for explaining gradient/topography considerations
• 2 marks for explaining construction/engineering factors
• 2 marks for explaining cost/practical considerations
• Accept: avoiding wetlands, following natural features, connecting settlements

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Section B: Graph and Data Interpretation [20 marks]

6. State the urban population of Manila in 2010. [1 mark]

Answer: 11.6 million (Accept figure shown on graph ±0.1 million) Marking: 1 mark for correct reading from graph

7. Describe the trend in urban population for Jakarta between 1990 and 2020. Refer to statistics in your answer. [3 marks]

Sample Answer: Jakarta's urban population showed steady growth from 7.2 million in 1990 to 10.6 million in 2020. The growth was consistent throughout the period, increasing by approximately 3.4 million people over 30 years, representing an average growth rate of about 1.1 million per decade.

Marking Scheme:

• 1 mark for identifying overall trend (steady increase)
• 1 mark for citing specific statistics (start/end values)
• 1 mark for describing rate/pattern of change

8. Compare the urban population growth trends of Singapore and Bangkok from 1990 to 2020. [4 marks]

Sample Answer: Both cities experienced population growth, but at different rates. Singapore grew from 3.0 million to 5.9 million (96% increase), while Bangkok grew from 5.9 million to 10.7 million (81% increase). Singapore showed more rapid percentage growth despite starting from a smaller base. Both cities maintained steady growth throughout the period, with no major fluctuations or decline phases.

Marking Scheme:

• 1 mark for identifying similarity (both increased)
• 1 mark for identifying difference (different rates/amounts)
• 1 mark for citing specific statistics for Singapore
• 1 mark for citing specific statistics for Bangkok

9. Calculate the percentage increase in urban population for Ho Chi Minh City between 1990 and 2020. Show your working and round to the nearest whole number. [3 marks]

Sample Answer: Working: 1990 population = 3.9 million 2020 population = 8.9 million Increase = 8.9 - 3.9 = 5.0 million Percentage increase = (5.0 ÷ 3.9) × 100 = 128.2%

Answer: 128%

Marking Scheme:

• 1 mark for correct formula/method
• 1 mark for correct calculation
• 1 mark for correct final answer (rounded)

10. Explain two factors that could account for the rapid urban population growth shown in Figure 1. [9 marks]

Sample Answer: Factor 1: Rural-urban migration Explanation: People move from rural areas to cities seeking better employment opportunities and higher wages. Cities offer more diverse job markets in manufacturing, services, and technology sectors. This is particularly significant in developing Southeast Asian countries where agricultural incomes are often insufficient to support families, pushing people to migrate to urban centers for economic advancement.

Factor 2: Natural population increase Explanation: Urban areas often have better healthcare facilities and services, leading to lower infant mortality rates and higher life expectancy. Young migrants of reproductive age contribute to higher birth rates in cities. Additionally, improved nutrition and medical care in urban areas support population growth through reduced death rates while birth rates remain relatively high.

Marking Scheme:

• 2 marks for identifying Factor 1 (rural-urban migration/economic opportunities)
• 3 marks for explaining Factor 1 with detail and examples
• 2 marks for identifying Factor 2 (natural increase/healthcare/demographics)
• 2 marks for explaining Factor 2 with detail and examples

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Section C: Visual Analysis and Application [15 marks]

11. Identify the type of housing shown in Photograph A. [1 mark]

Answer: Formal housing/Public housing/High-rise apartments/HDB flats Marking: 1 mark for correct identification (accept appropriate formal housing types)

12. Describe two visible characteristics of the housing in Photograph B. [4 marks]

Sample Answer: Characteristic 1: Dense, closely-packed structures with little space between buildings Characteristic 2: Use of temporary/improvised building materials such as corrugated metal sheets and wood

Marking Scheme:

• 2 marks for each characteristic (total 4 marks)
• Accept: poor construction quality, lack of proper infrastructure, overcrowding, mixed materials

13. Explain how the housing conditions shown in Photograph B could impact the health of residents. [4 marks]

Sample Answer: The overcrowded conditions and poor ventilation can lead to rapid spread of infectious diseases such as tuberculosis and respiratory infections. The lack of proper sanitation facilities and waste management systems can cause water contamination, leading to waterborne diseases like cholera and diarrhea. Additionally, the use of temporary building materials provides poor insulation and weather protection, exposing residents to extreme temperatures and increasing vulnerability to illness.

Marking Scheme:

• 2 marks for explaining disease transmission risks
• 2 marks for explaining sanitation/water quality impacts
• Accept: fire hazards, structural collapse risks, mental health impacts

14. Suggest two strategies that could be used to improve the housing conditions shown in Photograph B. [4 marks]

Sample Answer: Strategy 1: Slum upgrading programs to provide basic infrastructure such as clean water supply, sewerage systems, and electricity connections Strategy 2: Site and service schemes that provide residents with secure land tenure and basic services, allowing them to gradually improve their housing using their own resources

Marking Scheme:

• 2 marks for each appropriate strategy (total 4 marks)
• Accept: relocation programs, microfinance for housing, building regulation enforcement, community development programs

15. Evaluate the effectiveness of slum upgrading as a strategy to improve informal housing. Use examples to support your answer. [2 marks]

Sample Answer: Slum upgrading can be effective as it improves living conditions while allowing residents to remain in their communities, maintaining social networks and employment access. However, it may not address underlying issues of poverty and can be expensive to implement comprehensively. The success depends on community participation and ongoing maintenance of infrastructure improvements.

Marking Scheme:

• 1 mark for identifying effectiveness/benefits
• 1 mark for identifying limitations or conditions for success

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Section D: Fieldwork and Investigation Skills [10 marks]

16. State one hypothesis the students could test in their investigation. [1 mark]

Sample Answer: "Traffic congestion is highest during morning and evening peak hours" or "Traffic volume increases near schools during drop-off and pick-up times"

Marking: 1 mark for testable hypothesis related to traffic congestion

17. Identify one primary data collection method suitable for this investigation. [1 mark]

Answer: Traffic count/Vehicle survey/Questionnaire survey/Observation/Speed measurement Marking: 1 mark for appropriate primary data method

18. The students are considering two locations for their traffic count: Location X (busy shopping street) and Location Y (residential road near a school). Which location would be more suitable for investigating peak hour congestion? Justify your choice. [3 marks]

Sample Answer: Chosen location: Location Y (residential road near school)

Justification: This location would show clearer peak hour patterns as traffic increases dramatically during school drop-off (morning) and pick-up (afternoon) times, creating distinct congestion periods. The shopping street may have more consistent traffic throughout the day, making peak hour patterns less obvious. The school location also provides a more controlled environment to study the relationship between specific activities and traffic congestion.

Marking Scheme:

• 1 mark for choosing either location
• 2 marks for appropriate justification linking choice to investigation aims

19. Describe how the students could use systematic sampling to select vehicles for their survey. [3 marks]

Sample Answer: The students could count every 5th or 10th vehicle that passes their observation point during the survey period. They would start with the first vehicle and then select every nth vehicle consistently throughout the data collection time. This ensures a representative sample while making the data collection manageable and reducing observer bias in vehicle selection.

Marking Scheme:

• 1 mark for explaining the systematic interval (every nth vehicle)
• 1 mark for explaining consistent application
• 1 mark for explaining benefits (representativeness/manageability)

20. Explain two limitations the students might face when conducting their traffic investigation. [2 marks]

Sample Answer: Limitation 1: Weather conditions could affect traffic patterns and make outdoor data collection difficult Limitation 2: Safety concerns when observing busy roads could limit access to optimal observation points

Marking Scheme:

• 1 mark for each appropriate limitation (total 2 marks)
• Accept: time constraints, accuracy of counting, seasonal variations, equipment limitations, ethical considerations