MAPS! Flashcards

1

Which type of map shows divisions of countries, regions and/or cities?

Population
Historical
Political
Physical

2

Which is true about a physical map?

it's usually colored by country or state
has colors that make natural patterns stand out
it shows a certain theme such as population
symbols make it easier to tell capitals from other cities

3

These maps generally represent a small area with a lot of detail:

political maps
physical maps
thematic maps
topographic maps

4

What is the term for someone who draws maps?

Cartologist
Cartographer
Artist
Map Drawer

5

Which are parts of a map? (mark all that apply)

title
landmarks
capitals
compass rose

6

What type of map is this?

physical map
elevation map
political map
thematic map

7

Which is true about a political map?

has colors that make natural patterns stand out
uses color and shading to show elevation change
the colors can stand for types of natural features
political colors let us compare size, shape and location

8

What type of map would you use to help you get from Zanesville to Myrtle Beach?

Thematic Map
Road Map
Political Map
Physical Map

9

What kind of map illustrates some past geographical situation or event?

Thematic
Historical
Topographical
Political

10

Which type of map show features of an area such as mountains and rivers?

Physical
Political
Historical
Thematic

11

What type of map is this?

thematic map
political map
physical map
climate map

12

How do you know the theme of a thematic map?

colors
title
pictures
compass rose

13

What type of map is this?

political map
thematic map
physical map
topographic map

14

What is the political boundary of this map?

Europe
Italy
United Kingdom
United States

15

What is the theme of this map?

Population of North America
Rainfall in the U.S.
Population by State
Resources in the U.S.

MAPS!

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MAPS!

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