Map Reading Quiz

What is the purpose of the Compass Rose on a map?

• To show the locations of the national capitals

• To indicate the cardinal (and sometimes intermediary) directions

• To represent the state borders

• To highlight the international boundaries

What do the stars on the map represent?

• Major cities

• State borders

• Capitals

• Geographic landmarks

Which of the following is an example of an inset map on this United States Political Map?

• The map of Canada

• The map of North America

• The map of Mexico

• The Compass Rose

What feature on the map indicates the state borders?

• Solid lines

• Dotted lines

• Stars

• The color blue

Name the five parts of the map that helps the reader understand the content.

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What does the title tell you about the map?

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Which directions are included on the compass rose?

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In which direction is Maine from Texas?

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What is the symbol for an international border?

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_________________ are the two countries that border the US.