Geography - Map Tools and Maps

What tool has the symbols and their meaning on it?

• Map Scale

• Compass Rose

• Map Key

• Title

What are pictures used to show locations on a map called?

• Symbols

• Roads

• Directions

• Labels

The ____ tells you exactly what the map is showing.

• Map Key

• Title

• Globe

• Scale

Is this an example of a physical or political map?

(a)  

Is this an example of a physical or political map?

(a)  

This tool measures the distance between places on a map.

• Map Key

• Legend

• Title

• Map Scale

This type of map shows mountains, rivers, lakes, and valleys.

• Physical Map

• Road Map

• Political Map

• Weather Map

This type of map shows the boundaries for cities, states, and countries.

• Physical Map

• Road Map

• Political Map

• Weather Map

This type of map can be any colors.

• Road Map

• Weather Map

• Physical Map

• Political Map

This type of map is typically blue, brown, tan, and green to show the land forms.

• Road Map

• Weather Map

• Physical Map

• Political Map