Reading a Map

What does a compass rose do?

• a tool that shows details about an area

• a tool that shows north, south, east, and west on a map

• a chart that explains what symbols mean on a map

• compares distance on a map to distance on Earth

What is this map element called?

• map key

• map scale

• compass rose

• globe

A symbol that shows directions on a map is called a ___________________________.

• Globe
• Equator
• Elevation
• Compass Rose

A type of map that shows boundaries for countries, states or nations, as well as capital cities is called a ________________________________.

• Political Map
• Physical Map
• Symbol
• Prime Meridian

......................................... tells you the meaning of different colors and symbols on a map

• City

• Map title

• Compass rose

• Elevation

A map ____________________ shows the relationship between distance on the map and distance on Earth.

• Scale
• Key

• Title

• World

A _________________ Map shows landforms, such as mountains, plains, and deserts.

• Weather
• Physical
• City
• Political

If you see a blue line on a map, what does it usually represent?

• a. A road

• b. A river

• c. A mountain

• A city

What color is often used to show mountains on a map?

• a. Green

• b. Gray or black
  

• c. Blue
  

• d. Brown

which one tells you the meaning of different symbols on the map.

• Map key

• Map scale

• Map title

• Relation