Mapping Test Review

A small, scale model of the earth as it really appears is called a:

This line represents zero degrees longitude

A huge, slow moving mass of ice and snow

A map that shows borders and capital cities

An extremely dry area with little water or vegetation

A large, flat area that rises above surrounding land

This type of map shows elevation, mountain ranges, and bodies of water

This shows the distance between places on a map

A map showing the different types of climates that exist in Australia would be considered a:

4 of our 7 continents are:

A deep, narrow valley with steep sides

lines that run east to west on a map

The five oceans are:

This explains the symbols and shading that appear on a map

An area that rises above surrounding land and has a rounded top

lines that run from the north pole to the south pole

This shows where an area on a map is 'located'

An area of rugged land higher than 2,000 feet

This shows the correct direction on a map

An opening in the earth were lava, rock, and ashes erupt

A small strip of land that connects two larger areas of land

A very large body of water

This line represents zero degrees latitude

When writing absolute location, you write:

A hill of sand shaped by wind