Bellwork1. Write this definition

Topography - the surface features of a place or a region

2. Which of the following would be an example of topography?

a. climate b. landforms

c. population d. cities

Topographical Maps

Topographical Map

A topographic map is a detailed and accurate map of cultural and natural features.

Terms to Know

Elevation – Height above sea level

Contour lines – a line drawn on a topographic map that connects all points that have equal elevation

Terms to Know

Index contour – every fifth line, printed bold

Benchmarks- places where the exact elevation has been surveyed

Let’s Draw

On your paper draw a picture of Mount Fisher Price

Mt. Fisher Price

Why is the line around the orange circle bolder than the others?

Answer – It is an Index Contour Line

Where is the top of this mountain?

How many peaks does this mountain have?

Answer 3

Lavergne, Tennessee

Denver Colorado

Denali, Alaska

Grand Canyon, Arizona

Grand Canyon

Battleship