Map Elements and Their Functions

Map Elements and Their Functions

Assessment

Interactive Video

Created by

Ethan Morris

Geography

1st - 5th Grade

2 plays

Hard

The video tutorial introduces the concept of maps, explaining key components such as the compass rose, map scale, map key, coordinates, latitude, and longitude. Each section provides a brief overview of these elements, helping viewers understand how to read and use maps effectively.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

To display coordinates

To provide the map key

To indicate the directions (north, south, east, west)

To show the scale of the map

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which element on a map helps you understand the distance between two points?

Compass rose

Map key

Scale

Coordinate

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What information does a map key provide?

Symbols and their meanings

Directions

Coordinates

Scale

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do coordinates on a map represent?

Specific locations

Distance

Symbols

Directions

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which lines on a map run parallel to the equator?

Latitude

Compass rose

Coordinates

Longitude