Vocab 1
What does the word "manipulate" mean?
to handle or use skillfully
What is the "International Dateline"?
An imaginary line running north to south through Pacific Ocean
Why was the scientists believe there was a supercontinent called Pangea?
Which example best shows the meaning of the word "nautical"?
A sailor reads a chart that shows water depth and safe ship routes.
What does the word "nautical" mean?
having to do with ships sailing or navigation
What is atlas?
A book of maps
What is a challenge when reading flat maps?
It includes some sort of distortions.
How did accurate maps play a role in exploration?
Accurate maps helped explorers find their way, avoid dangers and discover new lands. They made travel safer.
What does the word "orientation" mean?
something that helps you determine your position
What is contemporary?
Up to date, modern or current
Why was mapping North America difficult?
It covered an enormous area.
Which line runs around the middle of Earth and is used to measure latitude?
Equator
What does the word "predecessor" mean?
someone who held an office or a job before another person
What is galaxy?
A very large group of stars and planets
What were some developments in mapmaking? (Choose 1 and explain)
First globe, first map of North, America use of computers
What does a map’s legend help you do?
Understand symbols and what they represent
What does the word "legitimate" mean?
lawful or acceptable
What is legitimate?
What mapping tool made it possible to measure longitudinal lines?
Accurate clock
You see that the distance between your town and the mountains is 2 inches on a map. If 1 inch equals 10 miles, what feature should you use to calculate the real distance?
Scale