Vocab1
The study of the physical features of earth.
Geography
Half a globe, split East and West or North and South
Hemisphere
How many continents are there?
7
What makes a closed question?
A question you can answer yes or no to.
Describe the purpose of a map scale
To measure distance
Tool used to measure distance on a map
Scale
An imaginary line at 0 degrees latitude
Equator
How many oceans are there?
5
What makes a compelling question?
A question that invites discussion or investigation (More than 1 answer).
Describe the purpose of a map key/legend.
To explain what symbols mean on a map
A tool used to locate directions (N, E, S, W)
Compass Rose
An imaginary line at 0 degrees longitude
Prime Meridian
What continent do you live on?
North America
Make a closed question about something you see in the room.
Varies
Describe what a star on a map usually represents.
An imaginary line that runs horizontally around the earth
Latitude
Weather conditions that are common in an area
Climate
What ocean are you nearest to?
Pacific Ocean
Make a compelling question about what you see in the room
varies
Describe what symbol a highway or interstate usually represents.
A shield with a number.
An imaginary line that runs vertically around the earth
Longitude
Define a natural resource.
Materials found in nature that are not human made
Describe how you find a coordinate.
1. Latitude: degree and direction (N/S)
2. Longitude: degree and direction (E/W)
Example: 30N, 120S
What is the difference between a compelling and closed question?
A closed question you can answer yes or no to (single answer), a compelling question has more than 1 right answer. It invites discussion or investigation.
What type of map shows the boundaries of states and countries?
A political map.