Exploring Map Elements

Which element of a map helps to understand the symbols used on the map?

• Scale

• Legend

• Grid

• Title

What is the purpose of the scale on a map?

• To show the direction

• To indicate the distance between locations

• To explain the symbols

• To provide the map's title

Which element of a map provides information about the map's subject or theme?

• Legend

• Title

• Scale

• Compass Rose

Which of the following is NOT a cardinal direction?

• North

• South

• East

• Up

Which map element is used to identify the meaning of colors and symbols on a map?

• Title

• Compass Rose

• Legend

• Scale

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

• To show the map's title

• To indicate the map's scale

• To show directions

• To explain the map's symbols

What is this object known as?

• map symbol
• map key
• map scale
• compass rose

What IS NOT a part of most maps?

• Compass Rose

• Title

• Symbols/Key

• People

This map element tells the purpose of the map

• Title
• Scale
• Legend
• Key

The following information is often found on a map in what area?

• scale

• key or legend

• compass rose

• cardinal directions