Maps

The _______ measures 0 degrees as a line of longitude.

• legend

• prime meridian

• scale

Using the _______ helps to explain the symbols on a map.

• legend

• prime meridian

• scale

The _______ is a way to measure distance on a map.

• legend

• prime meridian

• scale

The _______ is a map tool that shows location of directions.

• longitude

• compass rose

• equator

• latitude

Lines of _______ are imaginary vertical lines that help people locate specific locations to the east and west of the Prime Meridian.

• longitude

• compass rose

• equator

• latitude

The _______ is a 0 degree line of latitude that is located around the center of the Earth.

• longitude

• compass rose

• equator

• latitude

Lines of _______ are imaginary horizontal lines that help people locate specific locations to the north and south of the equator.

• longitude

• compass rose

• equator

• latitude

What are the directions in between the cardinal directions called?

• intermediate directions

• compass rose

• cardinal directions

• symbols