Maps & Map Skills

What is the science of making maps called?

• Geography

• Cartography

• Topography

• Geology

What is the primary purpose of a map?

• To entertain

• To show the location of places

• To display art

• To write history

What is a compass rose primarily used for on a map?

• To measure distance

• To indicate direction

• To show population density

• To display climate zones

Which of the following is a way to show scale on a map?

• Written scale

• Color scale

• Temperature scale

• Weight scale

Which of the following would you find on a political map?

• Soil types

• Country borders

• Vegetation zones

• Ocean depths

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of thematic maps?

• Shows a specific topic

• Displays physical features

• Known as Special Purpose Maps

• Tells something specific about the area

Thematic maps are also known as what type of maps?

• General Maps

• Special Purpose Maps

• Navigation Maps

• Historical Maps

What is the purpose of creating different map projections?

• To make maps colorful

• To reduce distortion

• To increase map size

• To simplify map reading

Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Mercator Projection?

• One of the most common projections

• Straight lines and angles

• Accurate size representation

• Heavy distortion in size at the top and bottom