Geography Quiz k 11-9-24

The system formed by lines of latitude and longitude makes it possible to find the of a place. Only place can be found at the point where a specific line of longitude a specific line of latitude. By using and points between degrees, people can pinpoint the precise spot where one line of latitude crosses one line of longitude – an absolute location.

Use the map on the other page to complete the paragraph about the relative location of Asia. Asia is the largest continent in the entire world. It is located east of the continent of _______ and north of the island continent of _______. Africa is to the _______ of Central Asia. To the north is the cold _______ Ocean. The Indian Ocean is _______ of Asia. The _______ Ocean borders the continent to the east. Asia is a continent that stretches both long and wide.

Follow the directions to color the map on the other page. 1. Color the continent west of Asia orange. 2. Use blue to circle the name of the ocean that is east of Asia. 3. Draw a kangaroo next to the island continent south of Asia.

Which line is at 0 degrees latitude?

• equator

• prime meridian

Which line runs north and south?

• equator

• prime meridian

In which direction is most of Asia from the equator?

• north

• south

Which line of longitude runs through Asia?

• 75°E

• 75°W

Where is the North Pole located?

• 90°S

• 90°N

Which lines run parallel to the equator?

• latitude lines

• longitude lines

How many degrees are between each line of latitude and longitude on the globes?

• 10 degrees

• 15 degrees