Map Skills Flashcards
What is a map?
A visual representation of an area showing geographic features.
True or False: A map scale shows the relationship between distance on the map and actual distance on the ground.
True
Fill in the blank: A __________ map shows physical features such as mountains and rivers.
topographic
What does a compass rose indicate on a map?
The cardinal directions: North, East, South, and West.
Which type of map would you use to find roads and highways?
A road map.
What is the purpose of a legend on a map?
To explain the symbols and colors used on the map.
True or False: Latitude lines run from east to west.
False
What are the coordinates of the Equator?
0 degrees latitude.
Fill in the blank: __________ maps depict the distribution of various phenomena, such as population or climate.
Thematic
What is the difference between a physical map and a political map?
A physical map shows natural features, while a political map shows boundaries and locations of governmental entities.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of map? A) Topographic B) Political C) Astronomical D) Thematic
C) Astronomical
What do the lines of longitude measure?
The distance east or west of the Prime Meridian.
True or False: A map projection can distort the shape, area, or distance of features on a map.
True
What is the purpose of contour lines on a topographic map?
To represent elevation and terrain shape.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the imaginary line that divides the Earth into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.
Equator
What is GPS an acronym for?
Global Positioning System.
Multiple Choice: Which map feature shows the direction of north? A) Scale B) Legend C) Compass Rose D) Grid
C) Compass Rose
What are map scales typically represented as?
A ratio, a graphic scale, or a verbal scale.
True or False: A grid system on a map helps in locating specific points using coordinates.
True
What does the term ‘hemisphere’ refer to?
Half of the Earth, typically divided into Northern and Southern or Eastern and Western.
Fill in the blank: A __________ map is designed to show specific information about a particular theme.
thematic
What is the significance of the Prime Meridian?
It is the reference line for 0 degrees longitude.
Multiple Choice: Which feature of a map helps to determine distance? A) Legend B) Scale C) Compass Rose D) Title
B) Scale
What type of map would you use to view climate zones worldwide?
A thematic map.
True or False: All maps are accurate representations of the Earth’s surface.
False
