Maps and Directions

The total number of main directions is -

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

The direction shown on the top of the map is -

• East

• West

• North

• South

The model of the Earth is called

A book containing maps is called an

• There are four main directions - North, South, East and West and four sub directions - North-East, North-West, South-East and South-West.

• Directions help us in locating a place, person or thing.

• We can also find the directions with the help of the Sun.

• A compass is an instrument used for finding the directions.

• Maps and globes are also helpful in finding out the location and directions of the place.

Q. Name any state located North-East of India?

Q. Suppose you are lost into a forest, how will you find out the direction to reach in your location back? Explain.