Latitude/Longitude
What is the imaginary line going horizontally across the world called?
Equator
What is the part of the map that shows symbols, colors, and lines?
What is the definition of GPS?
Used to determine the exact, or absolute location of something on Earth.
What is the best definition of geography?
The study of Earth and its landforms and cultures.
What region does Wisconsin belong to?
Midwest
What are the correct labels or coordinates when naming places in the United States?
North and West
What is the name of someone who creates maps called?
Cartographer
Name two examples of how GPS helps everyday Americans.
-Helps people drive to the exact spot of their destination.
-Helps farmers to work in their fields.
-Businesses use it to help their truck drivers.
What's the definition of Relative Location?
A place's location in relation to other places.
Lines of latitude and longitude measure distance using what units?
Degrees
Which continent is the only one to lie in all four hemispheres?
What is the type of map that emphasizes a particular subject?
Thematic Map
What does GIS stand for?
Geographic Information Systems
What's the definition of Longitude?
Lines that run from north to south.
What is a place called with limited internet access?
Technology Deserts
Which absolute location is closest to the equator?
A. 63 N, 78 W
B. 14 S, 85 E
C. 21 N, 156 W
D. 4 S, 78 E
D. 4 S 78 E
What are the main parts of a map?
Title, Key, Scale Bar, and Compass Rose
What does remote sending mean?
Refers to acquiring information about an object without being in full contact with it.
What's the definition of Region?
A group of places with similar characteristics
Why are globes the best representation of what Earth actually looks like?
It is the most accurate way to show places on Earth.
What is Reedsburg famous for when it comes to Latitude/Longitude?
The 90 West meridian runs through Main Street.
What is the main difference between a large-scale and small-scale map?
Large Scale- Zooms in on an area and shows lots of details.
Small Scale- Zoomed out view of large area with less details
Name two of the three elements/parts of the GPS Network.
Satellites, control system, GPS devices on Earth
What's the definition of Topography?
The shape of the land on Earth's surface
Name four of the six elements of Geography
The World in Spatial Terms, Places and Regions, Physical Systems, Human Systems, Environment and Society, and The Uses of Geography