Maps

How are maps and globes different?

• Maps show landforms. Globes show only water.

• Maps are flat. Globes are round.

• Maps can show mountains and rivers. Globes show only land.

• Globes are always blue. Maps are different colors.

Which statement is true about maps.

• There is one type of map.

• Maps are the same shape as Earth.

• There are many kinds of maps.

• Maps tell us the history of our state.

What does a map show?

• where places are

• what day it is

• what time you study math

• definitions of words

Which one best describes a physical map?

• A physical map shows cities and roads.

• A physical map shows state boundaries.

• A physical map shows country boundaries.

• A physical map shows rivers, lakes, and mountains.

Which one would you see on a physical map?

• cities

• roads

• lakes

• state boundaries

Which one will NOT be on a physical map?

• lakes

• rivers

• cities

• mountains

What does a political map show?

• A political map shows mountains and rivers.

• A political map shows lakes and oceans.

• A political map shows cities, roads, and boundaries.

• A political map shows where the president lives.

Which one would NOT be found on a political map?

• state boundaries

• lakes

• cities

• roads

Which would you find on a political map?

• mountains

• rivers

• cities

• lakes

Why is their a star on the map to show Atlanta?

• It is the biggest city in Georgia.

• It is the smallest city in Georgia.

• It is the capital of Georgia.

• It is the capital of the United States.