Definitions
Lines that show different Elevation on the map
Contour Lines
Glacier
large area of ice
Where is Yosemite located?
California
Animal life in a particular region
Who is the father of National Parks?
John Muir
Diagram on the map that shows all four directions
Compass Rose
Geysers
Hot springs that shoot water high in the air
Where is Yellowstone located?
Wyoming and Montana
What is flora?
Plant life in a particular region
How do sand dunes migrate?
WIND
Height of physical features above sea level
Elevation
Plateau
Raised area of flat land
Where is the Grand Canyon located?
Arizona
What is the map scale?
Map scale shows distance between regions
Why did John Muir become the Father of National Parks?
He explored the west and advocated to protect land in its natural state?
Mountain Range that runs through the U.S
Rocky Mountains
Conservationist
A person who works to preserve land in its natural state
What river runs through the Grand Canyon?
The Colorado River
What type of map shows physical features of land?
Topographic maps
Where are the Waterton Lakes located?
Canada
Ancient American Village
Pueblos
Map Key
Symbols that show certain features on a map (tour sites, elevation, rivers, lakes, landforms)
What two countries is the Waterton Glacier International Peace Park?
Canada and the U.S
What is the map key also called?
Map legend
Where is the Glacier National Park located?
U.S