Types of Maps
Shows the boundaries of countries, states, and counties
Political Map
What is a mountain?
A large steep area of raised land
A naturally raised area of land
Hill
Which ocean is the farthest north?
Arctic Ocean
Which continent do we live on? Point to it on the map.
North America
Shows transporation routes and roads in a particular area
Road Map
What is an island?
A small area of land completely surrounded by water
A small body of water surrounded by land on all sides
Lake
Which ocean is between Africa and Australia?
Indian Ocean
Which continent is directly south of North America?
South America
Shows climate conditions such as temperature, rain, and snow.
Weather Map
What is a valley?
A low area of land between hills or mountains
A deep, narrow valley, usually with a river flowing through it
Canyon
Which ocean is located in between North America and Africa?
Atlantic
Which continent is also a country?
Australia
Shows physical features or landforms like a river, lake, or mountain
Physical Map
What is a peninsula?
A piece of land that is surrounded by water on three sides
A raised, flat area of land
Plateau
Which ocean is located on the east coast of the United States?
Pacific Ocean
Which continent is the largest?
Asia
Which type of map would help you the most if you were lost in the woods? Explain your thinking!
Answers may vary
What is a plateau?
A raised, flat area of land
A piece of land that is surrounded by water on three sides
Peninsula
Which ocean seems to be in two different places when locating it on a flat map rather than a globe?
Pacific Ocean
Which continent is typically in the middle of a world map?
Africa