Unit 1 Definitions

Question 1

Define Canadian Shield

Answer 1

A Massive Rock Formation in the Middle of a Country

Question 2

Define Legend

Answer 2

Provides Explanation or Definition for Symbols on a Map

Question 3

Define Compass

Answer 3

Helps us Orient Ourselves

Question 4

Define Scale

Answer 4

Helps us Connect Distance on a Map with the Real World. Also Helps us Interpret Size of Land Masses

Question 5

Define Title

Answer 5

Helps us Understand The Theme of a Map

Question 6

Define Labels

Answer 6

Helps us Identify The Major Aspects and Details of The Map

Question 7

Define Border

Answer 7

Helps us Designate The Area

Question 8

Define Grid System

Answer 8

Helps us Locate Things on a Map

Question 9

Define Lines of Latitude

Answer 9

Imaginary Lines that Run East and West but Measure North and South

Question 10

Define Lines of Longitude

Answer 10

Imaginary Lines that Run North and South but Measure East and West

Question 11

Define Prime Meridan

Answer 11

The Major Line of Longitude (0 degrees)

Question 12

Define Compass Rose

Answer 12

Shows all the Different Directions and Bearings (Numbers)

Question 13

Define Cardinal Points

Answer 13

The Principal or The Main Ponts (North, South, East, West)

Question 14

Define Ordinal Points

Answer 14

The Secondary Points (NE, SE, etc)

Question 15

Define Subordinal Points

Answer 15

NNE, SSE, ESE, etc

Question 16

Define Cartography

Answer 16

The study of Map Making