Map skills topic 1 part 2 Flashcards
1
Q
On a compass, what are the four cardinal points?
A
North, south, east, west
2
Q
Why do OS maps have lots of symbols?
A
To make the map easier to read and understand
3
Q
To find a grid reference, which rule do we follow?
A
Along the corridor and up the stairs
4
Q
Why do we use 6 figure grid references?
A
They give a more accurate location
5
Q
What feature of a map can we use to find out the distance between two places?
A
The scale bar
6
Q
True or false: ‘as the crow flies’ means the straight line distance
A
True
7
Q
What feature of a map can we use to find out the distance between two places?
A
The scale bar
8
Q
True or false: ‘as the crow flies’ means the straight line distance
A
