Exploring Different Types of Maps

What is the first step before starting a journey of a thousand miles?

• Checking the weather

• Buying a map

• Packing your bags

• Ensuring you are going in the right direction

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What do political maps primarily show?

• Natural features like mountains and rivers

• Population density

• Climate zones

• Boundaries between countries, states, and major cities

Which type of map would you use to understand the geography of a region?

• Political map

• Physical map

• Climate map

• Resource map

What additional information does a topographic map provide compared to a physical map?

• Climate zones

• Population density

• Historical events

• Elevation and shape of the Earth's surface

Which type of map would you use to plan a road trip?

• Road map

• Political map

• Resource map

• Historical map

What kind of information does a climate map provide?

• Natural resources

• Historical events

• Population density

• Temperature and precipitation patterns

Which map shows the location of natural resources like oil and coal?

• Political map

• Physical map

• Resource map

• Climate map

What does a population density map illustrate?

• The density of people living in a particular area

• The boundaries between countries

• The climate zones of a region

• The natural features of a region

Which type of map would you study to learn about ancient civilizations?

• Climate map

• Political map

• Physical map

• Historical map

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CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What is the main purpose of different types of maps?

• To show only political boundaries

• To help understand the world around us

• To entertain people

• To confuse travelers