Social Studies Proficiency Test 2nd 9 Weeks

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What is the Eastern Hemisphere?

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The Eastern Hemisphere is the half of the Earth that is east of the Prime Meridian and west of the International Date Line.

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What direction does East represent on a map?

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East is the direction that is to the right when facing north.

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What does the Equator represent on a map?

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The Equator is an imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.

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What does the Prime Meridian represent on a map?

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The Prime Meridian is an imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Eastern and Western Hemispheres.

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What is the Northern Hemisphere?

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The Northern Hemisphere is the half of the Earth that is north of the Equator.

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What is the Southern Hemisphere?

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The Southern Hemisphere is the half of the Earth that is south of the Equator.

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What direction does North represent on a map?

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North is the direction that is at the top of most maps.

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What direction does South represent on a map?

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South is the direction that is at the bottom of most maps.

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What is the Western Hemisphere?

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The Western Hemisphere is the half of the Earth that is west of the Prime Meridian and east of the International Date Line.

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What is a map?

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A map is a visual representation of an area that shows locations, directions, and distances.