Geography Bootcamp Key Words

What is a continent?

• A continent is a large continuous mass of land.
• A continent is a type of ocean.
• A continent is a small island.
• A continent is a large body of water.

An ocean is-

• A large landmass covered in ice.
• A small body of fresh water.
• A large body of salt water.
• A collection of rivers and lakes.

What is a landmass?

• A large continuous area of land.
• A small isolated piece of land.
• A body of water surrounded by land.
• A type of vegetation found in forests.

A Region is-

• A method of transportation used in rural areas.
• A type of fruit found in tropical regions.
• Areas groups by similar features or boundaries.

• A large city with no specific boundaries.

What is a map key?

• A map key is a legend that explains the symbols and colors used on a map.
• A map key is a scale that measures distances on a map.
• A map key is a type of compass used for navigation.
• A map key is a decorative border around the map.

What is a map scale?

• A map scale shows the population density of an area.
• A map scale shows a distance on the map to the real distance on earth.

• A map scale represents the elevation of terrain.
• A map scale is a tool used for measuring angles.

What are map symbols?

• Map symbols are only used for navigation purposes.
• Map symbols are a type of physical map material.
• Map symbols are exclusively for marking roads and highways.
• Map symbols are used to represent features on a map.

What is a map grid?

• A map grid is a type of geographical feature.
• A map grid is a collection of landmarks on a map.
• A map grid is a system of intersecting lines that divides a map into sections for navigation.
• A map grid is a decorative border around a map.

What are map flow lines?

• Map flow lines are graphical representations that show the direction and flow of movement on maps.
• Map flow lines represent the boundaries of different regions on a map.
• Map flow lines are symbols that denote points of interest on a map.
• Map flow lines are used to indicate elevation changes on a map.

What is a compass rose?

• A compass rose is a type of flower found in gardens.
• A compass rose is a decorative element used in architecture.
• A compass rose is a figure that shows the cardinal directions on a map.
• A compass rose is a tool used for measuring distances on a map.