Map Skills- Compass Directions Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 4 Cardinal Points on a compass?
A
North, South, East and West
2
Q
If you are looking at a compass, the needle always points to what to direction and why?
A
The compass always point to north because of the magnetic poles of the earth.
3
Q
What are the nine directions between the cardinal points?
A
North East
South East
South West
North West
4
Q
What acronym do you use to remember the cardinal points?
A
Never Eat Soggy Waffles
Never Eat Sour Worms
Nomsa Eats Sweet Watermelons
Never Eat Silk Worms
5
Q
What direction is usually at the top of a map?
A
North
