Map Skills

The 0 degree line of Longitude is known as the...

• Equator

• Prime Meridian

• Bisection Line

• Latitude

The 0 degree line of Latitude is called the...

• Equator

• Prime Meridian

• Bisection Line

• Longitude

When measuring latitude and longitude lines, we measure in...

• Inches

• Degrees

• Pounds

• Miles

Imaginary lines that run NORTH and SOUTH, meet at the POLES, but measure in degrees EAST and WEST are called...

• Latitude Lines

• Longitude Line

Map keys show symbols, colors, pictures and lines.

• True

• False

This tool, located on a map, shows directions.

• Coordinates

• Compass Rose

• Absolute Location

• Atlas

This type of map shows the shape of the earth's surface and is often used by hunters and skiers.

• Topographical

• Climate

• Economic

• Political

This map feature is used to measure distances between places on a map.

• Map Key

• Map Scale

• Map Title

• Map Color

When looking to settle, most people look for...

• Fresh Water

• Salt Water

• Deserts

• Mountains

These zones receive little direct sunlight and are cold most of the year.

• Polar Zones

• Temperate Zones

• Tropic Zones

• Ocean Zone