Elements of a Map

In a complete sentence define what a globe is?

Answer explanation

Match the following:

• parallel lines that run vertically

• Latitude

• known as parts of a map

• Longitude

• divided by the prime meridian

• North & South Hemispheres

• divided by the equator

• West & East Hemispheres

• lines that run from North to South

• Elements

What has 180 degrees on the east and west sides.

(a)  

What is the center line of latitude called?

(a)  

Which location is the exact point where a place is located?

(a)  

Let's play a fun game! Do you think maps and globes have their own unique ways of showing our beautiful Earth?

• Yes, absolutely!

• No, not at all!

Imagine you could slice the Earth into two equal halves. What would each half be called?

• A giant latitude

• A mini globe

• A piece of legend

• A hemisphere

Imagine you're an explorer! You have a globe and a map in your hands. The globe shows you the entire Earth, but the map only shows a part of it. Is that true or false?

• True

• False

Imagine you're an explorer, navigating through unknown territories. You have a map and a globe to guide you. Can you identify the elements that are common in both your map and globe?

Remember, there might be more than one correct answer!

• A tiny replica of the world, also known as a locator globe

• The 3D feature that makes you feel like you're holding the world in your hands

• The labels that help you identify places

• The scale that helps you understand distances

• None of the above

Let's go on a virtual adventure! To find our exact spot on the map, we need two things. Can you guess what they are?

• A magical compass rose

• The lines of latitude

• The lines of longitude

• Four elements of nature