Geography 8 Cardinal Point and Symbols Year 2 Quiz

What are the 8 cardinal points on a compass?

• North, South, East, West, Northeast, Southeast, Southwest, and Northwest

• January, February, March, April

• Morning, Afternoon, Evening, Night

• Up, Down, Left, Right

How are cardinal points used in navigation?

• To determine direction

• To calculate distance

• To measure temperature

• To determine time of day

What are some common geography symbols used on maps?

• Mountains, rivers, lakes, roads, cities

• Buildings, valleys, canals, railways, villages

• Deserts, forests, oceans, highways, towns

• Continents, islands, glaciers, bridges, airports

Explain the significance of using symbols on a map.

• Symbols on a map are only used for entertainment purposes and have no practical value.

• Symbols on a map are used to confuse people and provide inaccurate information.

• Symbols on a map help to represent physical and cultural features.

• Symbols on a map have no significance and are just for decoration.

What direction does the North point to on a compass?

• Top

• Bottom

• Left

• Right

In which direction does the South point on a compass?

• South

• East

• West

• North

If you are facing East, in which direction is West?

• North

• South

• Up

• West

Explain the importance of knowing the cardinal directions in geography.

• It only confuses people

• It helps in understanding the location of places, navigation, and interpreting maps.

• It has no importance in geography

• Knowing the cardinal directions is a waste of time

What is the purpose of a compass rose on a map?

• To add decoration to the map

• To provide a place to store the map when not in use

• To indicate the temperature in different regions

• To show the orientation and directions on the map.

How can a compass rose help in reading a map?

• It indicates the cardinal and intermediate directions

• It shows the location of famous landmarks on the map

• It provides information about the population density of different areas

• It gives details about the historical events that took place in the area