Unit 1 Lesson 7 (Map Distortion) Flashcards
1
Q
A map projection is—
A
A way of showing Earth on a flat map.
2
Q
Why did Europeans distort maps?
A
To make them seem more powerful/important than they really are and to make developing nations feel less significant.
3
Q
Absolute location is—
A
The precise point where a place is located.
