How has the mapmaking processed changed over time?

Long ago, cartographers created maps on walls, whereas today maps use tech.

How does a compass rose differ from a map scale?

Compass rose shows the cardinal directions; Map scale measures distance.

Which is not a reason that the compass rose is an important feature on a map?

It can sometimes resemble a flower

Why is a map legend useful?

A map legend because it lists all symbols that appear on the map

What are intermediate directions?

Northeast, northwest, southeast, and southwest

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How has the mapmaking processed changed over time?
Map makers were guessing about what the Earth looked like
Long ago, cartographers created maps on walls, whereas today maps use tech.
Maps were created using sticks
Today, mapmakers use computers
2
How does a compass rose differ from a map scale?
The compass rose shows the four main directions
The scale is used to determine how far one place is from another place
Compass rose shows the cardinal directions; Map scale measures distance.
They are both located on the bottom portion of a map.
3
When did the compass rose first appear on maps?
During 14th century
During 21st century
During 16th century
During 15th century
4
What kind of map gives information about cities and where people live?
Physical map
Road map
Treasure map
Political map
5
What kind of map is most useful while traveling?
Physical map
Road map
Treasure map
Political map
6
Which is not a reason that the compass rose is an important feature on a map?
It can sometimes resemble a flower
It can point north on a map
It shows intermediate directions
It shows the cardinal directions
7
Why is a map legend useful?
A map legend because it lists all symbols that appear on the map
A map legend is useful because it tells you where a restaurant is
A map legend is useful because it tells you legends about places to visit
A map legend is useful because it tells you where historic buildings are
8
Which part of the map "shows the different directions?"
Map scale
Map key
Map title
Compass Rose
9
The science and process of map making is called __________.
Cartography
Georgraphy
History
Cartographers
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What are intermediate directions?
North, south, northwest, and southwest
North, south,east and west
North, south, northeast, and southeast
Northeast, northwest, southeast, and southwest

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