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What does a small circle (o) represent on a map?
What does a small circle (o) represent on a map?
- A city (correct)
- A river
- A capital city
- A temple
Which symbol is used to represent a mosque on a map?
Which symbol is used to represent a mosque on a map?
- O
- 五 (correct)
- PS
- â—‹
What is the primary purpose of a layout map?
What is the primary purpose of a layout map?
- To provide a schematic arrangement of a building (correct)
- To indicate international boundaries
- To show distances between cities
- To highlight thematic elements in a region
On a map, what does the symbol 'PS' represent?
On a map, what does the symbol 'PS' represent?
Which type of map shows the distance in a way that relates to real-world distances?
Which type of map shows the distance in a way that relates to real-world distances?
What is the function of a grid on a map?
What is the function of a grid on a map?
What is the primary purpose of a political map?
What is the primary purpose of a political map?
What term describes the science of making maps?
What term describes the science of making maps?
What type of map would show the population distribution across a country?
What type of map would show the population distribution across a country?
Which of the following statements best describes a physical map?
Which of the following statements best describes a physical map?
What is a common feature of an atlas?
What is a common feature of an atlas?
Which aspect is NOT typically shown on a thematic map?
Which aspect is NOT typically shown on a thematic map?
What is one advantage of using maps instead of globes?
What is one advantage of using maps instead of globes?
Which of the following is a characteristic of cartography?
Which of the following is a characteristic of cartography?
What distinguishes a subject-specific map from other types of maps?
What distinguishes a subject-specific map from other types of maps?
What is the role of a cartographer?
What is the role of a cartographer?
Which of the following pairs represent sub-directions?
Which of the following pairs represent sub-directions?
What does a verbal scale indicate?
What does a verbal scale indicate?
What is represented by the colors on a physical map?
What is represented by the colors on a physical map?
Which type of scale is typically represented by a bar divided at regular intervals?
Which type of scale is typically represented by a bar divided at regular intervals?
What can be concluded if 1 cm on a map equals 1 km in reality?
What can be concluded if 1 cm on a map equals 1 km in reality?
Which direction is located between North and West?
Which direction is located between North and West?
What should you use to determine the actual distance between places on a map?
What should you use to determine the actual distance between places on a map?
What is one way to create a personal collection of maps?
What is one way to create a personal collection of maps?
Which of these is an example of a thematic map?
Which of these is an example of a thematic map?
What is a globe, and what is one disadvantage of using it?
What is a globe, and what is one disadvantage of using it?
Name two types of maps and their primary characteristics.
Name two types of maps and their primary characteristics.
What is an atlas and what does it typically contain?
What is an atlas and what does it typically contain?
How do maps help us in our daily lives?
How do maps help us in our daily lives?
Define cartography and its significance in map making.
Define cartography and its significance in map making.
What are the four cardinal directions on a map?
What are the four cardinal directions on a map?
What is the purpose of a map scale?
What is the purpose of a map scale?
What do the colours on a physical map represent?
What do the colours on a physical map represent?
What are the sub-directions located between the cardinal directions?
What are the sub-directions located between the cardinal directions?
How is a verbal scale typically presented?
How is a verbal scale typically presented?
What does a graphic or linear scale look like?
What does a graphic or linear scale look like?
What should you use to find the actual distance between two places on a map?
What should you use to find the actual distance between two places on a map?
What is one way to create your own collection of maps?
What is one way to create your own collection of maps?
What is the orientation of North on a typical map?
What is the orientation of North on a typical map?
What are intermediate directions?
What are intermediate directions?
A map is a drawing or diagrammatic representation of the whole Earth or a part of it on a flat surface like ______.
A map is a drawing or diagrammatic representation of the whole Earth or a part of it on a flat surface like ______.
An atlas is a collection of ______ of different types in the form of a book.
An atlas is a collection of ______ of different types in the form of a book.
The science of making maps is called ______.
The science of making maps is called ______.
A political map shows different countries or different ______ in a country.
A political map shows different countries or different ______ in a country.
Subject-specific maps are also called ______ maps, depicting features like rainfall or population.
Subject-specific maps are also called ______ maps, depicting features like rainfall or population.
A specialist who gathers and analyses information to make a map is called a ______.
A specialist who gathers and analyses information to make a map is called a ______.
The four cardinal directions are North, South, ______, and East.
The four cardinal directions are North, South, ______, and East.
The relationship between actual distance and distance on a map is shown in the form of a ______.
The relationship between actual distance and distance on a map is shown in the form of a ______.
The scale that provides a statement indicating distance, for example, one cm represents 100 km, is called a ______ scale.
The scale that provides a statement indicating distance, for example, one cm represents 100 km, is called a ______ scale.
North-east, North-west, South-east, and South-west are examples of ______ directions.
North-east, North-west, South-east, and South-west are examples of ______ directions.
A ______ scale shows distance in the form of a bar divided at regular intervals.
A ______ scale shows distance in the form of a bar divided at regular intervals.
Different ______ on a physical map represent various geographic features.
Different ______ on a physical map represent various geographic features.
To locate places in relation to one another, we use ______.
To locate places in relation to one another, we use ______.
The arrow on a map is a universal symbol for ______.
The arrow on a map is a universal symbol for ______.
On a map of India, Mumbai is located towards the ______ of Delhi.
On a map of India, Mumbai is located towards the ______ of Delhi.
A cartographer is a specialist who makes maps.
A cartographer is a specialist who makes maps.
The cardinal directions include North, South, East, and West.
The cardinal directions include North, South, East, and West.
A verbal scale shows distances in the form of a bar divided at intervals.
A verbal scale shows distances in the form of a bar divided at intervals.
Intermediate directions are located between the four cardinal directions.
Intermediate directions are located between the four cardinal directions.
To determine actual distances on a map, you should look at the map's colour codes.
To determine actual distances on a map, you should look at the map's colour codes.
A globe shows a complete view of the Earth at once.
A globe shows a complete view of the Earth at once.
Maps are difficult to carry and cannot be folded.
Maps are difficult to carry and cannot be folded.
An atlas contains a collection of different types of maps.
An atlas contains a collection of different types of maps.
Cartography is the science of making maps.
Cartography is the science of making maps.
Thematic maps depict specific features, like rainfall or population density.
Thematic maps depict specific features, like rainfall or population density.
Match the following types of maps with their descriptions:
Match the following types of maps with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their corresponding definitions:
Match the following terms with their corresponding definitions:
Match the following features with the type of map they are commonly shown on:
Match the following features with the type of map they are commonly shown on:
Match the following types of maps with their primary usage:
Match the following types of maps with their primary usage:
Match the following map features with their characteristics:
Match the following map features with their characteristics:
Flashcards
Map
Map
A drawing or diagrammatic representation of the whole Earth or a part of it on a flat surface, showing relationships between places and important features.
Globe
Globe
A miniature model of the Earth, showing the entire Earth at once, but not easy to carry or study details.
Political Map
Political Map
A map showing countries, states, and their boundaries.
Physical Map
Physical Map
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Thematic Map
Thematic Map
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Atlas
Atlas
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Cartography
Cartography
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Cartographer
Cartographer
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Map Directions
Map Directions
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Cardinal Directions
Cardinal Directions
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Intermediate Directions
Intermediate Directions
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Map Scale
Map Scale
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Verbal Scale
Verbal Scale
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Graphic/Linear Scale
Graphic/Linear Scale
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Map Colors
Map Colors
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Grid on a map
Grid on a map
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Layout map
Layout map
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Map symbols
Map symbols
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Handspan measurement
Handspan measurement
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Linear graphic
Linear graphic
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Treasure map
Treasure map
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City on a map
City on a map
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Capital city on a map
Capital city on a map
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Map key/legend
Map key/legend
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Delhi location on a map
Delhi location on a map
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Mumbai location on a map
Mumbai location on a map
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Chennai location on a map
Chennai location on a map
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Kolkata location on a map
Kolkata location on a map
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Map Purpose
Map Purpose
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Globe vs. Map
Globe vs. Map
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Map Usefulness
Map Usefulness
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Atlas Definition
Atlas Definition
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Political Map
Political Map
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Physical Map
Physical Map
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Thematic/Subject-Specific Map
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Cartography
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Cardinal Directions
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Intermediate Directions
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Map Scale
Map Scale
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Verbal Scale
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Graphic/Linear Scale
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Map Colors
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Cartographer
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Map
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Globe
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Political Map
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Thematic Map
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Atlas
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Map Directions
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Cardinal Directions
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Intermediate Directions
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Map Scale
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Verbal Scale
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Graphic/Linear Scale
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Map Colors
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Cartographer
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Map Directions
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Cardinal Directions
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Map Scale
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Graphic/Linear Scale
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Map Colors
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Globe
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Atlas
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Map Scale
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Graphic/Linear Scale
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Map Definition
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Globe Definition
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Political Map Purpose
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Physical Map Purpose
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Thematic Map Purpose
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Atlas Definition
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Cartography Definition
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Map Scale Definition
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Verbal Scale Definition
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Cardinal Directions
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Study Notes
Types of Maps
- A map is a drawing or diagram of the Earth or a part of it on a flat surface.
- Globes are miniature models of the Earth, showing the whole Earth at once but are difficult to carry everywhere.
- Maps are easier to carry and study specific parts in detail.
- Maps show relationships between places and important features.
- Maps are useful for locating places, showing transportation routes, physical features, and resources.
- Atlases are collections of maps in a book format.
How Maps are Useful
- Maps help locate towns, cities, and other places.
- They show features like forests, crops, and minerals.
- Maps show transportation routes, like airways, railways, and roadways.
- Maps can be easily folded or rolled, making them portable.
- Different types of maps exist, suitable for various needs (e.g., road maps, community maps).
Types of Maps
- Political maps show countries and states, along with their boundaries.
- Physical maps show physical features like mountains, rivers, valleys, and plateaus.
Map Making
- Cartography is the science of making maps.
- Cartographers gather and analyze information to create accurate maps.
- Maps use a language of symbols and directions for clarity.
Map Directions
- Cardinal directions are North, South, East, and West.
- Intermediate directions are Northeast (NE), Northwest (NW), Southeast (SE), and Southwest (SW).
- Arrows on maps show North.
Map Scale
- Map scales show the relationship between distances on a map and actual distances.
- Verbal scales use descriptions (e.g., 1 cm = 100 km).
- Linear/graphic scales use a bar to show distances.
- Scales help determine the actual distance between locations on a map.
Map Colors
- Maps use colors to represent different physical features and characteristics.
- Colors can denote water bodies, plains, highlands, hills, and mountains.
- Colors help visualize geographic features and terrain.
Map Symbols
- Maps use symbols to represent features like cities, forests, bridges, and temples.
- Symbols help identify and locate specific places on a map.
- Key to map symbols are located for better understanding.
Layout Maps (Example: Konark Temple)
- Layout maps show the arrangement of parts of a building or structure.
- They illustrate the layout of buildings, monuments, or other areas.
- Layout maps include sections, features, and important details.
Grid Maps
- Grids are networks of horizontal and vertical lines on maps.
- Grid lines help locate specific places using coordinates.
- Coordinates use letters and numbers to locate places on a grid map
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Explore the various types of maps and understand their significance in locating places and representing important geographical features. This quiz covers political, physical, and thematic maps, highlighting their uses and benefits in daily life.