Mastering Map Skills

What is a map?

• A representation of some part of the Earth's surface

• A tool to measure time

• A method to calculate speed

• A device to predict weather

Which type of map shows natural features like mountains and rivers?

• Road map

• Political map

• Historical map

• Physical map

What do political maps display?

• Country borders and cities

• Natural landscapes

• Mineral resources

• Weather patterns

What is shown by historical maps?

• Weather changes

• Movements of people and battles

• Natural resources

• Road networks

Which of the following is NOT a type of map mentioned?

• Geologic map

• Weather map

• Nautical map

• Topographic map

What common feature do most maps have?

• Lines showing country borders and major rivers

• Weather patterns

• Population density

• Time zones

What do the colors and symbols on a map represent?

• Various natural resources and features

• Population density

• Different time zones

• Weather conditions

What is the purpose of a map legend?

• To explain the symbols, lines, and colors on a map

• To display the latitude and longitude

• To indicate the direction of north

• To show the scale of the map

What does a compass rose on a map indicate?

• The distance between two points

• The scale of the map

• The type of map

• The direction (north, south, east, west)

What do latitude and longitude lines help determine?

• The type of map

• The scale of the map

• The exact location on the planet

• The natural resources available