Exploring Ohio's Maps and Cities

What is the capital city of Ohio?

• Cleveland

• Columbus

• Cincinnati

• Toledo

Which of the following is a major river in Ohio?

• Mississippi River

• Ohio River

• Colorado River

• Missouri River

What is the purpose of a physical map?

• To show political boundaries

• To show natural features like mountains and rivers

• To show population density

• To show historical events

Which direction is typically at the top of a map?

• South

• East

• North

• West

Which major city in Ohio is located on the shores of Lake Erie?

• Columbus

• Cincinnati

• Cleveland

• Dayton

What does the key or legend on a map help you understand?

• The scale of the map

• The symbols and their meanings

• The distance between two points

• The direction of the wind

Which of the following is a major lake in Ohio?

• Lake Michigan

• Lake Superior

• Lake Erie

• Lake Ontario

What is the purpose of a political map?

• To show the weather patterns

• To show the physical features of an area

• To show governmental boundaries and major cities

• To show the elevation of land

Which city is located in the southwestern part of Ohio?

• Akron

• Toledo

• Cincinnati

• Youngstown

What tool on a map helps you find the cardinal directions?

• Scale

• Compass rose

• Legend

• Grid