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Question
What are topographical maps?
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Solution
Topographical maps are large-scale maps that show both natural features such as mountains, hills, rivers, lakes, plateaus, cliffs, etc., and man-made features such as settlements, roads, railway tracks, wells, and embankments.
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Can you think of a situation where you can use this method in your day-to-day life?
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Write True or False. Correct the false statement.
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- settlements
- railway lines
- agricultural fields
- roads
Match the following:
| Column A | Column B |
| 1. Camping Ground | (i)  |
| 2. Seasonal streams |
(ii) |
| 3. Palms | (iii)  |
| 4. River | (iv)  |
| 5. Footpath | (v)  |
