P.5 Social studies; Latitudes and Longitudes

_____ is the distance North or South of the equator.

Lines of latitude are imaginary lines drawn on a map or globe from north to south.

• true

• false

The equator is marked ----- degrees

Why is the equator marked zero degrees? Give 2 reasons.

Name the two hemispheres the equator divides the world into.

Which of the following is true about lines of longitude?

• They are imaginary lines drawn from east to west.

• They are also known as meridians.

What is the main purpose of lines of latitude on a map or globe?

• To measure distances between countries.

• To indicate the angular distance north or south of the equator.

What is the purpose of lines of longitude on a map or globe?

• To measure distances between countries.

• To indicate the angular distance east or west of the Prime Meridian.

Which statement is true about the Prime Meridian?

• It is the line of longitude at 0 degrees.

• It is also known as the Equator.

Which statement is true about the Equator?

• It is the line of latitude at 0 degrees.

• It is also known as the Prime Meridian.