Latitude, Longitude and Standard Time - Practice Test 4

Attempt the quiz above first, then review every question with its correct answer and a short explanation below.

1. Q1.The 0° longitude is also called:

   • A.Equator
   • B.Prime Meridian
   • C.Greenwich Line
   • D.Both 2 and 3✓ Correct Answer

   Explanation: It is known as both the Prime Meridian and the Greenwich Meridian.

2. Q2.Which strait does the International Date Line pass through?

   • A.Malacca Strait
   • B.Bering Strait✓ Correct Answer
   • C.Gibraltar Strait
   • D.Palk Strait

   Explanation: The IDL passes through the Bering Strait between Russia and Alaska.

3. Q3.How many degrees of longitude does the earth rotate in 4 minutes?

   • A.1°✓ Correct Answer
   • B.4°
   • C.15°
   • D.10°

   Explanation: Earth takes 4 minutes to rotate 1 degree.

4. Q4.Latitude determines a place's:

   • A.Time
   • B.Temperature zone / Climate✓ Correct Answer
   • C.Depth
   • D.Distance from Prime Meridian

   Explanation: Latitude indicates how far north/south one is from the Equator, determining climate zones.

5. Q5.Longitude determines a place's:

   • A.Climate
   • B.Time✓ Correct Answer
   • C.Rainfall
   • D.Altitude

   Explanation: Longitude is used to calculate local time relative to the Prime Meridian.

6. Q6.The longest day in the Northern Hemisphere is typically:

   • A.June 21✓ Correct Answer
   • B.December 22
   • C.March 21
   • D.September 23

   Explanation: June 21 is the Summer Solstice in the North.

7. Q7.The shortest day in the Northern Hemisphere is typically:

   • A.June 21
   • B.December 22✓ Correct Answer
   • C.March 21
   • D.September 23

   Explanation: December 22 is the Winter Solstice in the North, hence the shortest day.

8. Q8.Day and night are equal throughout the year at:

   • A.Poles
   • B.Equator✓ Correct Answer
   • C.Tropics
   • D.45° Latitude

   Explanation: At the Equator, day and night are approximately 12 hours each year-round.

9. Q9.The sun is never overhead at any latitude beyond:

   • A.The Tropics (Cancer and Capricorn)✓ Correct Answer
   • B.The Equator
   • C.45° N and S
   • D.60° N and S

   Explanation: The sun is only overhead within the Torrid Zone (between the Tropics).

10. Q10.Which latitude is known as 'Horse Latitude'?

    • A.0°
    • B.30°-35° N and S✓ Correct Answer
    • C.60°-65° N and S
    • D.90° N and S

    Explanation: Subtropical high-pressure belts around 30°-35° latitudes are called Horse Latitudes.

11. Q11.One degree of latitude is roughly equal to:

    • A.60 km
    • B.111 km✓ Correct Answer
    • C.100 miles
    • D.90 km

    Explanation: 1 degree latitude ≈ 111 km.

12. Q12.Is the distance between longitudes constant?

    • A.Yes, always
    • B.No, it decreases towards poles✓ Correct Answer
    • C.No, it increases towards poles
    • D.Depends on season

    Explanation: Meridians converge at the poles, so distance decreases as latitude increases.

13. Q13.Which of these countries has multiple time zones?

    • A.India
    • B.USA✓ Correct Answer
    • C.UK
    • D.Japan

    Explanation: The USA has multiple time zones due to its large longitudinal extent.

14. Q14.The time of Greenwich is also known as:

    • A.Universal Time Coordinated (UTC)✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Local Time
    • C.Standard Time
    • D.Equatorial Time

    Explanation: GMT is often referred to as UTC.

15. Q15.When it is 12 noon in India (82.5° E), what time is it in London (0°)?

    • A.6:30 AM✓ Correct Answer
    • B.5:30 PM
    • C.6:30 PM
    • D.5:30 AM

    Explanation: London is 5h 30m behind India. 12:00 - 5:30 = 6:30 AM.

16. Q16.What is the antipodal longitude of 20° E?

    • A.20° W
    • B.160° W✓ Correct Answer
    • C.160° E
    • D.180° W

    Explanation: Antipode longitude = 180 - Given Longitude (change direction). 180 - 20 = 160° W.

17. Q17.Lines of latitude are parallel to the:

    • A.Prime Meridian
    • B.Equator✓ Correct Answer
    • C.Axis
    • D.IDL

    Explanation: Latitudes run parallel to the Equator.

18. Q18.If you travel Eastwards across the IDL, you:

    • A.Gain a day (Go back to yesterday)✓ Correct Answer
    • B.Lose a day (Jump to tomorrow)
    • C.No change
    • D.Lose 12 hours

    Explanation: Crossing Eastwards (Asia to America), you subtract a day (gain time by going back).

19. Q19.Which is the longest day in the Southern Hemisphere?

    • A.June 21
    • B.December 22✓ Correct Answer
    • C.March 21
    • D.September 23

    Explanation: December 22 is the Summer Solstice for the Southern Hemisphere.

20. Q20.Which part of the Earth has 6 months of daylight?

    • A.Equator
    • B.North Pole (in summer)✓ Correct Answer
    • C.Tropic of Cancer
    • D.New Delhi

    Explanation: The poles experience 6 months of daylight and 6 months of darkness.