Social Studies Exploring Cardinal Points

If you are facing north, which direction is to your right?

What are the four cardinal directions?

What does the abbreviation 'N' stand for on a map?

Which direction is opposite to south?

What does a compass rose show?

• A compass rose displays the phases of the moon.

• A compass rose indicates the time of day.

• A compass rose shows the weather patterns.

• A compass rose shows the cardinal directions and their intermediate points.

What symbol on a map represents a park?

• A yellow area representing commercial buildings.

• A red area indicating a residential zone.

• A green area or symbol, often with trees.

• A blue area or symbol, often with water.

How would you describe the location of your school relative to your home?

• My school is 2 miles east of my home.

• My school is right next to my friend's house.

• My school is located in a different city.

• My school is 5 miles north of my home.

What is the term for the direction between north and east?

• northeast

• northwest

• southeast

• southwest

If you travel south from your house, which direction will you be going?

• West

• East

• South

• North

How can you use cardinal points to find your way in a city?

• Use only public transport routes to navigate.

• Rely solely on landmarks without using a map.

• Follow street signs without considering direction.

• Use cardinal points to navigate