Elements of a Map Review

Front

Scale

(bar graph)

Back

a graphic that compares the distance on a map to the actual distance it represents, as in one inch represents 100 miles.

Front

cardinal directions

Back

directions of north (N), south (S), east (E), and west (W)

Front

compass rose

Back

a directional arrow that shows cardinal and sometimes intermediate directions on a map.

Front

inset map

Back

a smaller map set within the border of a larger one.

Front

international border

Back

a border between countries

Front

legend (key)

Back

a list that explains the symbols on a map

Front

political map

Back

a map that shows human- made features and boundaries such as cities, highways and countries

Front

What element is Letter A?

Back

International Border

Front

What element on the map is Letter B?

Back

Inset Map

Front

What element on the map is Letter C?

Back

Scale

(bar graph)