Map Skills

Front

What element on the map shows directions?

Back

compass rose

Front

What tool would you use to measure the distance between two places on a map?

Back

scale

Front

The title of a map tells you...

Back

what type of map is it

Front

Which part of a map shows you symbols and their meanings?

Back

key or legend

Front

N, E, S, W are called...

Back

cardinal directions

Front

The intermediate directions are... NE, SE, SW, NW

Back

NE, SE, SW, NW

Front

What is the distance from Houston to Dallas if it measures 3 inches?

Back

300 miles

Front

What is the distance between Sugar Land and Austin if it measures 4 and a half inches?

Back

225 miles

Front

Michigan lies in what direction from Florida?

Back

North

Front

Florida lies in what direction from Canada?

Back

South