Understanding the Earth

What shape is the Earth?

• Flat

• Round

• Square

• Triangular

What is a model of the Earth called?

• Map

• Globe

• Chart

• Diagram

What is the imaginary line that divides the Earth into two hemispheres?

• Prime Meridian

• Equator

• Latitude

• Longitude

What is a disadvantage of using a globe?

• It is a three-dimensional model.

• It shows the Earth's curvature accurately.

• It is difficult to carry around.

• It is easy to understand.

Compared to a map, what can a globe better show?

• The distance between two points.

• The relative size of continents and oceans.

• The direction of a river.

• The elevation of a mountain.

Why are globes used to teach students about the Earth?

• Globes are cheaper than maps.

• Globes are easier to use than maps.

• Globes show the Earth's shape and size more accurately.

• Globes are more colorful than maps.

What is a major advantage of using a map instead of a globe?

• Maps are easier to carry around.

• Maps show the Earth's curvature.

• Maps are more accurate than globes.

• Maps are more expensive than globes.