Understanding Compass Directions

Understanding Compass Directions

Assessment

Interactive Video

Geography

4th - 6th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Emma Peterson

Used 2+ times

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The video tutorial explains the concept of directions found on maps and compasses, focusing on the compass rose. It introduces a mnemonic, 'Never Eat Soggy Waffles,' to help remember the cardinal directions: North, East, South, and West.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is typically not found on maps and compasses?

Landmarks

Directions

Scale

Legend

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a compass rose used for?

Showing time zones

Indicating directions

Measuring distances

Displaying weather patterns

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a mnemonic to remember compass directions?

Always Drink Hot Tea

Never Drink Cold Coffee

Always Eat Fresh Bread

Never Eat Soggy Waffles

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the 'N' in the mnemonic 'Never Eat Soggy Waffles' stand for?

None

Northwest

North

Northeast

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which direction is not part of the mnemonic 'Never Eat Soggy Waffles'?

Up

East

North

South

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