NHD CH 10 Maps

What is the purpose of a scale on a map?

• To explain the meanings behind symbols and colors
• To provide historical context
• To help precisely measure distances
• To highlight important landmarks

What can examining the date of a map help you understand?

• The map's historical context
• The map's intended user
• The mapmaker's perspective
• The map's artistic value

What is the function of latitude and longitude on a map?

• To orient the reader to cardinal directions
• To explain the meanings behind symbols and colors
• To highlight important landmarks
• To help precisely locate places

What is the main function of a compass on a map?

• Indicate the map's creator
• Orient the reader to cardinal directions
• Provide information about the map's context
• Highlight important landmarks

What type of map would be most useful for conveying information about population density?

• Physical map
• Political map
• Thematic map
• Historical map

What is the main function of a physical map?

• To represent historical events
• To convey specific information about topics
• To depict natural features
• To display country borders and cities

What is the main function of a thematic map?

• To depict natural features
• To convey specific information about topics
• To display country borders and cities
• To represent historical events

What is the purpose of a map projection?

• To orient the reader to cardinal directions
• To explain the meanings behind symbols and colors
• To accurately represent the Earth's surface
• To help precisely measure distances

What is the first step in utilizing maps in a National History Day (NHD) project?

• To distract from the main topic
• To confuse the audience
• To provide historical context
• To add visual appeal to the project

What is the purpose of a grid on a map?

• To provide historical context
• To highlight important landmarks
• To help precisely locate places
• To explain the meanings behind symbols and colors