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Secondary 4 Geography Quiz - Map Graph Data Skills

Name: __________________________
Class: __________________________
Date: __________________________
Score: ________ / 40
Duration: 45 Minutes
Total Marks: 40

Instructions:

Answer all questions.
Write your answers in the spaces provided.
Marks are indicated in brackets [ ] at the end of each question or part-question.
You may use a calculator, ruler, and protractor.

Section A: Map Skills (Questions 1–5)

Study the extract of a topographical map (Scale 1:25,000) of a coastal region below. (Note: In a real exam, a map extract would be provided. For this quiz, refer to the grid references and descriptions provided in the questions.)

1. Calculate the straight-line distance in kilometres between Grid Reference (GR) 123456 and GR 153486. Show your working. [2]

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2. Describe the relief of the land found in grid square 1447. Use specific evidence from the contour lines. [3]

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3. Identify the dominant land use in the area surrounding GR 135465 and give one reason for this location based on map evidence. [2]

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4. Calculate the bearing of Point B (GR 160490) from Point A (GR 140470). [2]

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5. Explain how the pattern of settlements in the northern part of the map (Northings 48-50) differs from the southern part (Northings 40-42). [3]

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Section B: Graph Construction and Interpretation (Questions 6–10)

Study Table 1, which shows the monthly rainfall and temperature data for Station X.

Month	J	F	M	A	M	J	J	A	S	O	N	D
Temp (°C)	26	27	28	29	28	27	26	26	27	27	26	26
Rainfall (mm)	240	210	180	150	120	100	90	110	140	190	230	250

6. Calculate the annual range of temperature for Station X. [1]

7. Calculate the total annual rainfall for Station X. [1]

8. Describe the seasonal distribution of rainfall for Station X. [2]

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9. Plot a climate graph for Station X using the data in Table 1.

Use the left axis for Temperature (Line graph).
Use the right axis for Rainfall (Bar graph).
Ensure accurate plotting and labeling. [4]

(Space for rough work or sketch if necessary, but final answer should be plotted on provided graph paper in exam context. Here, describe the key features you would check for accuracy.)

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10. Based on the data, identify the likely climate type of Station X and give one reason for your choice. [2]

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Section C: Statistical Analysis and Data Presentation (Questions 11–15)

A geography student conducted a fieldwork investigation into pedestrian flow in the Central Business District (CBD). The student counted the number of pedestrians passing a specific point every 10 minutes for one hour. The results are shown in Table 2.

Time Interval	Pedestrian Count
09:00 - 09:10	45
09:10 - 09:20	62
09:20 - 09:30	85
09:30 - 09:40	110
09:40 - 09:50	95
09:50 - 10:00	70

11. Calculate the mean (average) number of pedestrians per 10-minute interval. Show your working. [2]

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12. Identify the mode of the data set in Table 2. [1]

13. Suggest the most appropriate type of graph to display the change in pedestrian flow over time. Give one reason for your choice. [2]

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14. The student also collected data on the type of pedestrians (Shopper, Worker, Tourist). The results were: Shopper (40%), Worker (50%), Tourist (10%). Calculate the angle required to represent 'Worker' on a pie chart. Show your working. [2]

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15. Explain one advantage of using a proportional symbol map over a choropleth map when displaying total retail sales across different towns. [2]

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Section D: Photograph and Source Analysis (Questions 16–20)

Study Photograph A, which shows a coastal area undergoing erosion. (Description: The photograph shows a steep cliff face with visible horizontal layers of rock. At the base, there is a pile of loose rock debris. Waves are crashing against the base of the cliff.)

16. Describe two visible features in Photograph A that indicate active coastal erosion. [2]

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17. With reference to Photograph A, explain how hydraulic action contributes to the erosion of the cliff face. [3]

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18. Study Figure 1, a scatter graph showing the relationship between 'Distance from Cliff Edge' and 'Vegetation Cover %'. The graph shows a positive correlation. Describe the trend shown in Figure 1. [2]

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19. Suggest one reason why the data in Figure 1 might show anomalies (points that do not fit the general trend). [2]

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20. Evaluate the reliability of using a single photograph (like Photograph A) to assess the long-term rate of coastal erosion. [2]

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Secondary 4 Geography Quiz - Map Graph Data Skills (Answer Key)

Total Marks: 40

Section A: Map Skills

1. Calculate Distance [2]

Working: Measure distance on map (e.g., if measured distance is 6cm).
Calculation: $6 \text{ cm} \times 25,000 = 150,000 \text{ cm}$ .
Conversion: $150,000 \div 100,000 = 1.5 \text{ km}$ .
Marks: 1 mark for correct measurement/calculation method, 1 mark for correct unit (km).
- Note: Accept answers within ±0.1km depending on measurement precision.

2. Describe Relief [3]

Answer: The land is steep/hilly [1]. Contour lines are close together [1]. The height increases from south to north (or specific height range, e.g., from 20m to 80m) [1].
Marks: 1 for description, 1 for evidence (contours), 1 for specific detail (height/direction).

3. Land Use [2]

Answer: Agriculture/Farmland [1]. Reason: Located on flat land (widely spaced contours) or near water source/river [1].
Marks: 1 for identification, 1 for map-based reason.

4. Calculate Bearing [2]

Working: Draw North line at Point A. Draw line A to B. Measure angle clockwise from North.
Answer: e.g., $045^\circ$ (Example value).
Marks: 1 for correct method (North line), 1 for correct angle (±2 degrees).

5. Settlement Pattern [3]

Answer: Northern part: Dispersed/Scattered settlement [1] due to rugged relief/steep slopes [1]. Southern part: Nucleated/Clustered settlement [1] near the coast/flat land.
Marks: 1 for identifying northern pattern, 1 for reason, 1 for contrast with southern pattern.

Section B: Graph Construction and Interpretation

6. Annual Range of Temperature [1]

Calculation: Max Temp ( $29^\circ\text{C}$ ) - Min Temp ( $26^\circ\text{C}$ ) = $3^\circ\text{C}$ .
Marks: 1 for correct answer.

7. Total Annual Rainfall [1]

Calculation: Sum of all months: $240+210+180+150+120+100+90+110+140+190+230+250 = 2010 \text{ mm}$ .
Marks: 1 for correct sum.

8. Seasonal Distribution of Rainfall [2]

Answer: Rainfall is high throughout the year [1]. There is a slight drier period from June to August (or wetter period from Nov-Jan) [1].
Marks: 1 for general pattern, 1 for specific seasonal detail.

9. Plot Climate Graph [4]

Marks:
- 1 mark for correct Temperature line (smooth curve, plotted accurately).
- 1 mark for correct Rainfall bars (accurate height).
- 1 mark for correct axes labels (Temp °C, Rainfall mm, Months).
- 1 mark for title and key (if distinct).
Note: Tolerance of ±1mm for bars and ±0.5°C for line.

10. Climate Type [2]

Answer: Equatorial / Tropical Rainforest [1]. Reason: High temperature year-round (low annual range) and high rainfall with no distinct dry season [1].
Marks: 1 for name, 1 for reason linked to data.

Section C: Statistical Analysis and Data Presentation

11. Mean Pedestrian Count [2]

Working: Sum ( $45+62+85+110+95+70 = 467$ ). Divide by number of intervals (6).
Calculation: $467 \div 6 = 77.83$ .
Marks: 1 for correct sum, 1 for correct division/answer.

12. Mode [1]

Answer: There is no mode (all values are unique) OR If grouped, the modal class is 09:30-09:40 (highest frequency). Accept "No mode" for raw data.
Marks: 1 for correct identification.

13. Graph Type [2]

Answer: Line Graph [1]. Reason: Shows continuous change/trend over time [1].
Marks: 1 for type, 1 for reason.

14. Pie Chart Angle [2]

Working: Worker = 50%.
Calculation: $50\% \times 360^\circ = 180^\circ$ .
Marks: 1 for working, 1 for correct angle.

15. Proportional Symbol vs Choropleth [2]

Answer: Proportional symbols can show exact values/magnitude more precisely [1], whereas choropleth maps group data into classes which can hide variations within regions [1].
Marks: 1 for advantage of prop symbol, 1 for comparison/limitation of choropleth.

Section D: Photograph and Source Analysis

16. Visible Features [2]

Answer: 1. Steep cliff face [1]. 2. Rock debris/scree at the base [1]. (Also accept: Cracks/joints in rock, waves hitting base).
Marks: 1 per feature, max 2.

17. Hydraulic Action [3]

Answer: Waves crash against the cliff [1]. Air is trapped in cracks/joints [1]. Compression of air exerts pressure, widening cracks and dislodging rock [1].
Marks: 1 for process initiation, 1 for mechanism (air/compression), 1 for result (erosion/dislodging).

18. Trend Description [2]

Answer: As distance from the cliff edge increases [1], the percentage of vegetation cover increases [1].
Marks: 1 for identifying independent variable change, 1 for dependent variable change.

19. Anomalies [2]

Answer: Human trampling near paths may reduce vegetation despite distance [1]. Or, soil depth variation/rock outcrops may prevent growth in specific spots [1].
Marks: 1 for plausible reason, 1 for linking to data anomaly.

20. Reliability of Single Photograph [2]

Answer: A single photograph only captures one moment in time [1]. It cannot show the rate of change over years/decades without comparative historical images [1].
Marks: 1 for limitation (snapshot), 1 for explanation (need for time series).