2.04 Geographic Skills and Maps

​ (a)   is the study of the earth and the ​ (b)   on the ​Earth.

• Geography
• Algebra
• people
• Geometry
• machines
• schools

Which of the following is NOT a feature that maps can help us learn about?

• Rivers

• Cities

• Weather forecasts

• Mountains

What is one way maps help us understand geography?

• By showing only historical events

• By showing where people live and how they travel

• By showing only the climate

• By showing only animals

Why are shades of color important on a physical map?

• They make the map look pretty

• They help us understand the heights of the land and geography better

• They show only the names of places

• They show only the weather

What do light green areas on a physical map usually represent?

• Coastal plains

• High mountains

• Deep lakes

• Deserts

What is the purpose of a map’s key or legend?

• To explain the symbols and colors used on the map

• To show the weather

• To display population numbers

• To list famous people

What does a political map mainly show?

• Boundaries and locations of countries, states, and major cities

• Mountains and rivers

• Weather patterns

• Animal habitats

What is one reason political maps are useful?

• They help us understand how an area is divided and learn about its parts

• They show the weather forecast

• They display animal migration

• They measure air quality

What color are waterways like rivers, lakes, and oceans usually drawn in on political maps?

• Red

• Green

• Blue

• Yellow

What symbol is often used to represent a state capital on a political map?

• A triangle

• A star

• A square

• A circle