Map Reading and Interpretation

Front

Which element on a map indicates the cardinal directions?

Back

Orientation

Answer explanation

The element that indicates cardinal directions on a map is called the 'Orientation'. It typically includes a compass rose or arrows showing north, south, east, and west, helping users understand the map's layout.

Front

What feature on a map helps to measure the actual distance between two points?

Back

Scale

Answer explanation

The scale on a map indicates the relationship between map distance and actual distance on the ground, allowing users to measure the distance between two points accurately.

Front

What is the map element that tells what symbols on the map mean?

Back

Key/Legend

Answer explanation

The correct answer is Key/Legend. The legend (or key) on a map explains what the symbols and colors represent, helping users understand the information presented on the map.

Front

This part of a map tells us the subject or content of the map.

Back

Title

Answer explanation

The title of a map indicates its subject or content, providing essential context for understanding the information presented. Other options like latitude/longitude lines, scale, and date do not serve this purpose.

Front

A diagram that shows cardinal or intermediate directions

Back

Compass Rose

Answer explanation

A Compass Rose is a diagram that displays cardinal (N, E, S, W) and intermediate directions (NE, SE, SW, NW), making it the correct choice for showing directions. Other options do not serve this purpose.

Front

The following information is often found on a map in what area? scale, key or legend, compass rose, cardinal directions

Back

key or legend

Answer explanation

The key or legend on a map explains the symbols and colors used, making it essential for understanding the map's information. Other options like scale and compass rose are important but do not provide the same explanatory function.