Map Skills

Front

What is this symbol? (Options: scale, key, compass rose, map)

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compass rose

Front

What is a map scale?

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a tool to measure distance

Front

What direction is missing? north, south, east, west

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east

Front

What city is located closest to 40°N, 70°W? Options: Denver, Niagra Fallas, Boston, Houston

Back

Boston

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What is the name of the imaginary latitude line that runs from East to West and separates the Northern and Southern Hemispheres?

Back

Equator

Front

What is the name of the imaginary longitude line that runs north to south, and separates the Eastern and Western Hemispheres?

Back

Prime Meridian

Front

Identify this map: Population map, Elevation Map, Physical Map, Political Map

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Physical Map

Front

This map is an example of a . . .

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Political Map

Front

A map showing cities, capitals, and states is which type of map?

Back

Political

Front

A map showing bodies of water, lakes, and islands is what type of map?

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Physical