Landforms
Why do people enjoy living on the plains?
it is easy to travel and to farm on flat land
Name 2 waterways.
River, lake, ocean
What does a physical map show?
physical characteristics, landforms & waterways (mountains, rivers, deserts, plains etc.)
Why are borders important?
They tell you who the government is--that way you know what the rules are and what community you belong to.
What landform is often a natural border between countries?
Mountains
What waterway is often a natural border between countries?
A river
What does a political map show?
governmental boundaries of countries, states, and counties, the location of major cities, and they usually include significant bodies of water.
What does TODALS stand for?
Title
Orientation/Compass Rose
Date
Author
Legend/Key
Scale
Name 2 landforms.
mountain, butte, mesa, hill, plateau, valley, etc.
List 1 reason why people live near waterways.
Fresh water for drinking, fishing, transporting goods, electricity
Why is a legend important on a map?
It tells you what everything means.
What direction is Mexico from the USA?
South
What is a valley?
a low area of land between hills or mountains, typically with a river or stream flowing through it
List 1 reason people live near waterways.
Fresh water for drinking, fishing, transporting goods, electricity
Why are maps helpful?
They help you to find your way or to understand what a place is like, how far apart things are, etc.
What are the names of the 7 continents?
Africa, Antarctica, Asia, Australia, Europe, North America, South America