Map Elements and Their Functions

This video tutorial explores the five essential elements of a map, represented by the acronym 'BOLTS': Border, Orientation, Legend, Title, and Scale. Using a simple map of Mission Island, the video explains each element's role and importance. The border defines the map's boundary, orientation indicates direction, the legend (or key) explains symbols, the title names the map, and the scale shows the map's proportion to real-world distances. The video concludes by noting that while some elements are straightforward, others like orientation and scale may require further exploration.

What does the acronym 'BOLTS' stand for in map elements?

• Boundary, Orientation, Legend, Text, Symbols

• Border, Orientation, Layout, Title, Symbols

• Boundary, Order, Legend, Text, Scale

• Border, Orientation, Legend, Title, Scale

What is the purpose of the border on a map?

• To list the symbols used on the map

• To define the edges of the map

• To show the direction of north

• To indicate the scale of the map

How is orientation typically represented on a map?

• By a compass rose

• By a title

• By a scale bar

• By a legend

What is another name for a map's legend?

• Scale

• Key

• Border

• Title

What information does the legend provide on a map?

• The map's title

• The map's scale

• The map's orientation

• The meaning of symbols

Why is a title important for a map?

• It shows the map's scale

• It indicates the map's orientation

• It identifies the map's subject

• It lists the map's symbols

What does a map's scale represent?

• The list of symbols used

• The map's title

• The ratio of map distance to real distance

• The direction of north