Understanding Maps Quick Check

Why are GPS systems in cars so useful?

• They provide weather updates.

• They make phone calls.

• They play music.

• They help you find your way without getting lost.

What is a map?

• A device for measuring temperature.

• A tool for cooking.

• A type of vehicle.

• A graphic representation of the Earth's surface.

Why did pirates use maps?

• To locate hidden treasures.

• To avoid other ships.

• To find their way home.

• To navigate the seas.

Which of the following is NOT a type of map mentioned in the video?

• Tourist maps

• Astronomical maps

• Climate maps

• Hydrographic maps

What do political maps show?

• The locations of mountains and rivers.

• The population density.

• The division of continents, countries, and cities.

• The weather patterns.

What additional features do physical maps show compared to political maps?

• Mountains, rivers, jungles, lakes, and deserts.

• The locations of famous landmarks.

• Only the names of countries.

• The routes of major highways.

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

• To display the population density.

• To indicate the cardinal points (north, south, east, west).

• To mark the locations of cities.

• To show the scale of the map.

What does the scale on a map indicate?

• The height of mountains.

• How many times a place is reduced to fit in the drawing.

• The distance between two points.

• The actual size of the map.

What is a mute map?

• A map without any colors.

• A map without any names or labels.

• A map that shows only water bodies.

• A map that is used for navigation.

Why would it be problematic if GPS maps were mute?

• They would not show any roads.

• They would be too colorful.

• They would not provide any names or labels, making navigation difficult.

• They would be too large to fit in the device.