Parts of a Map

Front

What does a scale show?

Back

distance between two points

Front

What is a symbol?

Back

a picture representing something of importance

Front

What does a compass rose show?

Back

directions

Front

What does the title state?

Back

name of place shown

Front

What does a legend show?

Back

meanings of symbols

Front

What is a map?

Back

a drawing that shows where things are located

Front

What is the purpose of a map?

Back

to help people find places and understand locations

Front

What are cardinal directions?

Back

North, South, East, West

Front

What is a key on a map?

Back

another word for legend, explaining symbols used

Front

What does a physical map show?

Back

landforms like mountains and rivers