Map Skills

Front

The imaginary line that divides the earth into northern and southern hemispheres.

Back

Equator

Front

The imaginary line that divides the earth into eastern and western hemispheres.

Back

Prime Meridian

Front

Any half of the earth

Back

hemisphere

Front

Lines that run east and west on a map.

Back

lines of latitude

Front

Lines that run north to south on a map.

Back

lines of longitude

Front

A map that shows countries, cities, or states.

Back

political map

Front

An illustration that explains what the symbols or colors on a map represent.

Back

key/legend

Front

A map showing elevation (surface) using lines.

Back

physical map

Front

A map that shows major and minor roads in cities or towns.

Back

road map

Front

A set of pointers that show directions on a map or globe.

Back

compass rose