Understanding Maps

Maps help us understand our location and destination. They display countries, cities, roads, and landmarks. Key features include the compass rose for direction and the legend for symbol meanings. The map scale is used to measure distances between locations.

What is the primary purpose of a map?

• To list population statistics

• To provide historical data

• To show locations and guide directions

• To display weather patterns

Which feature on a map helps you determine the direction of North?

• The legend

• The map scale

• The compass rose

• The grid lines

What does the legend on a map explain?

• The weather conditions

• The meaning of symbols used on the map

• The distance between two places

• The population density

How can you find the distance between two locations on a map?

• By looking at the grid lines

• By using the map scale

• By checking the legend

• By using the compass rose

What does the map scale resemble?

• A compass

• A thermometer

• A ruler

• A clock