Parts of a Map
This map element "explains the symbols used" and is essential for interpreting thematic maps
Legend/Key
A map that shows boundaries of countries, states, and counties
Political Map
Why are all maps wrong?
Because the Earth is not flat
absolute location uses _____ and _____
latitude and longitude
Which of the Five Themes answers the question: What are the connections/commonalities?
Regions
The map feature that shows the four cardinal directions (North, South, East, West)
Compass Rose
A map that "use[s] contour lines on a map to show physical features"
topographical map
What is a map projection?
the process of attempting to detail the round earth on a flat 2-d map
Which of the Five Themes answers the question: Where is it?
Location
Give two examples of how "people" can be moved
cars
boat
train
plane
walking
The map element that "shows the relationship of measures on a map to actual measurements on Earth"
Scale
Which type of general-purpose map provides details on mountains and rivers
Physical Map
What is the best representation of the Earth?
Globe
Which of the Five Themes answers the question: What is it like?
Place
What is an example of a Functional Map?
metro map
attendance zones
The part of a map that "tells what the map is about" and helps a reader decide if the map is relevant
Title of the map
Which type of Special Purpose Map would you use to find where the majority of people live?
Population Density Map
Name a popular map projection
Mercator Projection
Winkel Triple
Someone's mailing address is an example of ___?
What type of region has clear cut borders such as boundaries between states?
Formal
The study and practice of making maps.
cartography
Which type of Special Purpose Map would you use to find what the weather is like in a particular area?
Climate Map
What are some of the problems that you notice in map projections?
Distortions of: Distance, Direction, Shape, or Area
Dreher High School is across the street from Dunkin Donuts is an example of what?
Relative Location
Which of the 5 Themes applies to the statement, "the Hoover Dam was built to provide electricity to people"?
Human-Environment Interaction