Understanding Maps

This is a __________

• map

• globe

• map key

This is a _________

• map key

• globe

• compass rose

This is a _________

• legend

• globe

• map

What information can you find on a map key?

• the directions north, south, east and west

• the name of the map

• what the symbols on the map mean

Which one shows the earth?

• globe

• map

• both

Which one shows land and water?

• globe

• map

• both

Which one can show a flat picture of where things are?

• globe

• map

• both

What is the title of this map?

• My Community

• Sunnyside Town

• The Town

What it north of the school?

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What it south of the restaurant?

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