Map Terms

5 Written Questions

1. show a variety of information, check legend for meaning
2. imaginary lines that show distance north or south of the equator
3. lists and explains the symbols and colors used on a map
4. the subject of the map
5. a way of showing the curved surface of the Earth on a flat map

5 Multiple Choice Questions

1. shows features that humans have created on Earth's surface
   1. latitude
   2. political map
   3. physical map
   4. thematic map
2. imaginary lines that show distance east and west of the prime meridian
   1. longitude
   2. legend
   3. latitude
   4. title
3. maps that show specific features such as climate or vegetation
   1. physical map
   2. thematic map
   3. latitude
   4. political map
4. may stand for capital cities, economic activities, or natural resources
   1. labels
   2. colors
   3. symbols
   4. scale
5. shows landforms and bodies of water
   1. political map
   2. scale
   3. thematic map
   4. physical map

4 True/False Questions

1. hemisphere → compares a unit of length on the map and a unit on distance on Earth

   True        False

2. compass rose → shows directions

   True        False

3. scale → the subject of the map

   True        False

4. labels → lists and explains the symbols and colors used on a map

   True        False