Map Elements
Florida Weather
Physical Features
Cultural Features
Random
100
The map element that shows directions (north, south, east, west)
Compass Rose
100
What are three types of severe weather in Florida?
Hurricanes, Droughts, Thunderstorms
100
Point to the correct spot.
100
This tourist attraction is located in Orlando and has a mouse as a mascot
Walt Disney World
100
Name the city on the map.
Tallahassee
200
Measures how far north or south a place is from the equator
Latitude
200
What is climate?
The pattern of weather in a certain place for a long period of time
200
What 2 bodies of water is Florida surrounded by?
Atlantic Ocean and The Gulf of Mexico
200
One of NASA's field centers
Kennedy Space Center
200
You live in West Palm Beach and want to travel to St. Augustine. Which direction will you go?
North
300
Measures how far east or west a place is from the Prime Meridian
longitude
300
What is an impact of a drought?
Crops and animals could die
300
Tiny islands off of the south coast of Florida
The Keys
300
Wetlands that are home to many of Florida's plants and wildlife
The Everglades
300
What does this symbol represent on a map?
Capital City
400
What is the purpose of a legend?
to explain the symbols used in a map
400
What is one reason why a thunderstorm is dangerous?
DOUBLE points if you can name more than one.
Too much rain can result in flooding
Lightning strikes can hurt people and cause fires
High winds can knock down trees and cause damage to buildings
400
What type of landform is Florida?
Peninsula
400
This city hosts a yearly NASCAR race each year
Daytona
400
What type of severe weather does this picture represent?
500
Helps you determine the distance between places on a map
scale
500
What do hurricanes bring?
heavy rainfall and very strong winds
500
Name a city in South Florida, Central Florida and North Florida (3 answers)
answers may vary
500
A family is taking a trip to Florida. Give 3 recommendations about things they can do.
Answers may vary
500
Why does Florida have a warm climate? (2 answers)
it is close to the equator AND it is a low-lying state