Essentials Of A Map Flashcards
1
Q
Compass
A
Helps us orient ourselves
2
Q
Scale
A
Connects the distance on a map to the real life world
- Interprets size of landmasses
- direct statement scale
- line scale
- representative fraction
3
Q
Title
A
Helps us understand the theme of the map
4
Q
Labels
A
Helps us identify the major aspects and details of the map
5
Q
Colour
A
Makes the map more aesthetically pleasing
6
Q
Date
A
So you know when the information was written
7
Q
Borders
A
Helps us designate the area were looking at
8
Q
Legend
A
Provides explanation of what’s on the map
