Globe: Latitudes and Longitudes Quiz - CBSE Class 6 Social Science
Free practice quiz: Globe: Latitudes and Longitudes (CBSE Class 6 Social Science). 16 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.
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Which line is known as the equator?
- 0° latitude
- 0° longitude
- 90° latitude
- 45° latitude
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Answer: A. 0° latitude
The equator is the most significant line of latitude and is designated as 0° latitude, dividing the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.
At which latitude does the Arctic Circle lie?
- 66.5° North
- 90° North
- 0°
- 45° North
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Answer: A. 66.5° North
The Arctic Circle is located at approximately 66.5° North latitude, marking the southern boundary of the polar day.
If you travel from the Equator to the Tropic of Cancer, how many degrees are you traveling?
- 10.5°
- 23.5°
- 33.5°
- 45°
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Answer: B. 23.5°
The Tropic of Cancer is at 23.5° North latitude. Traveling from the Equator (0°) to the Tropic of Cancer equals 23.5°.
What is the angular distance of the Tropic of Capricorn from the Equator?
- 67.5°
- 23.5°
- 90°
- 45°
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Answer: B. 23.5°
The Tropic of Capricorn is located at 23.5° S latitude, and the angular distance from the Equator (0° latitude) to the Tropic of Capricorn is 23.5°.
How many total time zones exist when considering longitudinal lines?
- 12
- 24
- 360
- 72
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Answer: B. 24
There are 24 standard time zones around the world, each approximately 15 degrees of longitude apart, reflecting the Earth's 360-degree rotation.