Using a Map

What are some elements of a good map? Select all that apply.

• It shows vehicles

• It shows people

• It shows road signs

• It has a key to symbols on the map

• It has a scale to measure distance

The four-figure grid reference for Mickleham hall is 3245. Give the four-grid reference for Lodge farm.

Answer explanation

Yes, we read the bottom left corner of the grid which contains the place of interest. Starting with the horizontal value.

Give the four-figure grid reference for Fredley Manor.

Give the four-figure grid reference for a school in the map.

Give the four-figure grid reference for a well in the map.

How far is it to walk from the well at Swanworth farm to the church using the footpath?

• About 0.9 km

• About 1.1 km

• About 700 meters

• About 500 meters

If a farmer drives from Cowslip Farm to Swanworth Farm how many bridges would the farmer cross?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• none

How long is the section of railway line shown in the map?

• About 1.7 km

• About 1.5 km

• About 1.9 km

• About 1.3 km

Daryl stays in Cowslip farm. How far is it for him to walk to school?

• About 1.5 km

• About 1 km

• About 2 km

• About 2.5 km

How many times will Daryl (who stays in Cowslip farm) cross the railway line on the way to school (assume that he uses the footpath)

• 1

• 2

• 3

• none