Studies Weekly-Week 14 Maps

Front

The measurement on a map showing the relationship between the distance on the map compared to distance in real life.

Back

scale

Front

Numbers and letters along a map that help us find the location of place.

Back

coordinates

Front

A round model of the earth is called a __________.

Back

globe

Front

Something that stands for or represents something else.

Back

symbol

Front

The points between the main points on a compass that include NW, NE, SW, and SE.

Back

intermediate directions

Front

The star shaped icon on a map that shows the cardinal and intermediate directions.

Back

compass rose

Front

Drawings of places around the world. Options: symbols, legends, maps, art

Back

maps

Front

A reference system on a map that uses rows and columns to make a grid.

Back

grid system

Front

A person who creates a map is called a ___________.

Back

cartographer

Front

A visual explanation of the symbols used on a map.

Back

legend