Unit 1 CFA (MAPS)

What is a map?

• A line drawing to scale a picture of a portion of the earth’s surface as seen from above.

• A photograph of the earth from space.

• A written description of a place.

• A list of countries and capitals.

True or False: The Northern Hemisphere is above the Equator.

• True

• False

The Earth is divided into how many hemispheres? Turn and talk.

• 4

• 2

• 3

• 5

Which part of a map explains the symbols and colors used on the map?

• Compass Rose

• Grid

• Key/Legend

• Scale

What is the name of the part of a map that shows directions (North, South, East, West)?

• Compass Rose

• Title

• Grid

• Scale

Which part of a map helps you measure the real distance between places?

• Grid

• Scale

• Key/Legend

• Title

What is the part of a map that uses lines to help you find places?

• Compass Rose

• Grid

• Title

• Key/Legend

Where is the title usually found on a map?

• Bottom

• Top

• Left side

• Right side

Which of the following is NOT a cardinal direction on the compass rose?

• North

• East

• South

• Up

There are three main types of maps. Fill in the blank: One type of map is called ________ Maps.

• Physical

• Political

• Climate

• Resource