Geography

Front

What tells the meaning of each symbol used on a map?

Back

map key

Front

What are the straight lines that cross to form boxes dividing the map into smaller parts?

Back

map grid

Front

Signs or pictures on a map used to stand for real things.

Back

symbols

Front

A round object used as a model of the earth.

Back

globe

Front

A drawing that represents all or part of the earth's surface.

Back

map

Front

A map that shows lakes, rivers, hills, mountains, and forests.

Back

physical map

Front

A map that shows human features, such as towns and boundaries.

Back

political map

Front

The study of the earth and the way people use it is called ________________.

Back

geography

Front

A symbol that shows direction is called ________________.

Back

compass rose

Front

The four main directions are called _________________.

Back

cardinal directions