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Maps help us to find the way because they tell us which ______ to take to reach a place.
Maps help us to find the way because they tell us which ______ to take to reach a place.
direction
With a ______ and a map, you can find your way in fog or even in a sandstorm.
With a ______ and a map, you can find your way in fog or even in a sandstorm.
compass
The north arrow on the map should point in the same ______ as the needle on the compass.
The north arrow on the map should point in the same ______ as the needle on the compass.
direction
Most maps have an arrow showing which way is ______.
Most maps have an arrow showing which way is ______.
A compass has a needle, which is a thin ______.
A compass has a needle, which is a thin ______.
The four main points on a compass are north (N), south (S), east (E), and ______ (W).
The four main points on a compass are north (N), south (S), east (E), and ______ (W).
North-east (NE) is halfway between north and ______.
North-east (NE) is halfway between north and ______.
South-west (SW) is halfway between south and ______.
South-west (SW) is halfway between south and ______.
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Study Notes
Importance of Maps
- Maps are essential tools for navigation, helping users identify locations and distances.
- They provide directional guidance, crucial for reaching destinations.
Navigation Tools
- A compass, when used alongside a map, assists in navigating poor visibility conditions like fog or sandstorms.
Using a Map and Compass
- Align the compass on the map and rotate the map until the north arrow matches the compass needle direction.
- Most maps feature a north arrow, typically pointing towards the top.
Understanding Directions
- A compass needle, being a magnetic element, consistently points towards the North Pole, which helps determine other directions.
- The four primary compass points are:
- North (N)
- South (S)
- East (E)
- West (W)
Additional Compass Points
- Four supplementary compass points enhance navigation knowledge:
- North-east (NE): Between north and east
- South-east (SE): Between south and east
- South-west (SW): Between south and west
- North-west (NW): Between north and west
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