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1
Where do you look for information about a map's symbols?
The compass rose
The back of the map
The title of the map
The map legend/key
2
What can you find on almost every map?
Lines of elevation
Rhumb lines
Borders between countries
Symbols indicating natural resources
3
Why do political maps often change, but physical maps rarely do?
Political maps update after every election
Political mapmakers look for new information about geography
Political borders change more often than natural landmarks.
Physical maps are updated more often than political maps
4
On the map the circles, triangles, and squares are all examples of:
Roses
Symbols
Legends
Keys
5
Which of the type of map is this?
A topographical map
A political map
A road map
A physical map
6
What on a map tells you the exact location on the planet
The map legend
The map key
Lines of latitude and longitude
Symbols
7
What might you find on a historical map?
Information about a battle between armies
Up-to-date information on political boundaries
Mountains,lakes and rivers
Information about topography
8
On the following map what do grey triangles represent?
Gold mines
Fuels sources
Areas with nonmetals
Areas with precious gems
9
The map's scale indicates what?
The ratio of distance on map to the actual distance
Musical notes
Something to show weight
An arrangement of items
10
What's an example of a label you might find on a political map?
The name of a country
A picture representing a capital
A line of latitude
A symbol showing which way is north