Map Types

What type of map is shown in the first image (top left), which displays temperature variations across the United States?

• Weather Map

• Political Map

• Topographic Map

• Street Map

What type of map is shown in the second image (top right), which uses contour lines to represent elevation?

• Political Map

• Topographic Map

• Weather Map

• Street Map

What type of map is shown in the third image (middle left), which displays geological features and rock types?

• Weather Map

• Geological Map

• Political Map

• Street Map

What type of map is shown in the fourth image (middle right), which shows country and state boundaries?

• Political Map

• Topographic Map

• Weather Map

• Street Map

What type of map is shown in the fifth image (bottom left), which uses shades of green to represent population density?

• Weather Map

• Population Density Map

• Political Map

• Street Map

What type of map is shown in the sixth image (bottom right), which shows streets and locations in a city?

• Weather Map

• Political Map

• Topographic Map

• Street Map

Different kinds of maps serve various purposes. Which of the following correctly matches a type of map with its primary purpose?

• A political map shows country borders and cities.

• A physical map displays population density.

• A climate map shows historical events.

• A road map illustrates ocean currents.

Making informed choices about what map type to use for which purpose involves:

• Understanding the features and uses of different map types

• Choosing the most colorful map available

• Selecting maps based on personal preference only

• Using the same map type for all purposes

What are some of the most-common types of maps?

What do political maps show?