APHUG Unit 1 Review

What is a map?

• A 3D model of the world

• A visual representation of a location

• A data graph about a location

• A 2D model of data

What is a reference map?

• A type of map that fully explains the people that live in that location

• A type of map that shows 3 different types of regions

• A type of map which displays basic geographic information about a location

• A type of map that can be used solely for navigation

What is a thematic map?

• Map that shows population demographics only

• Map that displays a story or a theme about a location as well as geography

• Map that gives you information about a location

• Map that shows state capitals and other major cities

Is this map a reference or thematic map? (Map of Median Age by State)

• Reference

• Thematic

Is this map a reference or thematic map? (Map of Alaska)

• Reference

• Thematic

Is this map a reference or thematic map? (Map of Ghana)

• Reference

• Thematic

Is this map a reference or thematic map? (Map of Corn Production in China)

• Reference

• Thematic

Is this map a reference or thematic map? (Map of Clan Names in Ireland)

• Reference

• Thematic

True or False: Maps display perfect information.

• True

• False

What is quantitative data?

• Numerical data that can be reproduced

• Data that describes characteristics or qualities