Directions
Every maps has one of these. They are used to show map orientation.
Compass Rose
Planimetric map
What is the purpose of lines of latitude and longitude
used to pinpoint locations anywhere on the planet
What is the purpose of a scale on a map?
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Another name for the Compass Rose is:
A north arrow
A map that shows 3d landforms and the elevation (how high) those landforms are
Topographic map
Lines of Longitude run in these directions
The north to the south
How do you use a scale on a map?
Recreate the scale on a piece of scrap paper and then use it to measure the distance between locations
What is the purpose of a title on a map?
To explain what what the map is showing
Name a nemonic that can be used for remembering the cardinal directions:
Never Eat Shredded Wheat
A map that gives data for a location using a coded key or legend
Thematic Map
Lines of latitude run in these directions
East to the west
What should you do if the distance between the locations you are measuring is longer than your scale
Repeat the measuring process. Add the distances together
Neatline
What are the four cardinal directions?
N, E, S, W
A map of the classroom would be an example of what type of map?
Planimetric Map
The Prime Meridian
True or false: Using a scale will give you an approximate distance between locations on a map
True
What is the purpose of a "legend" on a map?
It is a key that tells what different symbols and colors on the map represent
Northeast
Southeast
Northwest
Southwest
These are called _____________ directions
Intermediate
A population map would be considered what type of map?
Thematic Map
The line of latitude that splits the earth in half from east to west is _____________?
The equator
True or false: The larger the area on the map, the smaller the scale will be
True
This tool is used to show actual distances between locations on a map
Scale