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Chapter: 17. Globes And Maps

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Part A: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Choose the best answer for each question.

What is a smaller, round model of the Earth called? a) Map b) Atlas c) Globe d) Compass

Which of these is a flat drawing of the whole or a part of the Earth? a) Globe b) Atlas c) Map d) Chart

A book that contains many different maps is known as a/an: a) Globe b) Atlas c) Dictionary d) Encyclopedia

Which direction is usually shown at the very top of a map? a) South b) East c) North d) West

What colour is typically used to show water bodies like oceans and rivers on a map? a) Green b) Brown c) Blue d) Yellow

Part B: Fill in the Blanks

Complete the sentences with the correct word(s).

The art of making maps is called …_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ .

The four main directions, North, South, East, and West, are called …_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ directions.

A …_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ is an instrument that always points towards the north direction.

Mountains and highlands are typically shown in …_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ colour on a map.

Small pictures that represent real-world objects on a map are known as …_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ .

A map’s …_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ or legend explains what each symbol means.

If you are facing North, the …_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ direction is to your right.

Part C: True or False

Write ‘T’ for True or ‘F’ for False for each statement.

A globe is generally easier to carry around than a map.

Maps can provide more detailed information about a small area than a globe.

North-East and South-West are examples of cardinal directions.

The scale on a map helps to determine the actual distance between two places.

All maps must be printed on paper; they cannot be digital.

Part D: Short Answer Questions

Answer the following questions in 1-2 sentences.

What is the primary difference in shape between a map and a globe?

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Name any three features that every map has.

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What is the purpose of a ‘scale’ on a map?

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How does a ‘grid’ system help us when using a map?

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Part E: Differentiate Concepts

Explain the difference between the following terms.

Differentiate between Cardinal Directions and Ordinal Directions.

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Part F: Long Answer Questions

Answer the following questions in 4-5 sentences.

Explain why maps are generally considered more useful and practical than globes for everyday activities, providing examples.

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Describe how different colours are used on maps to represent various physical features of the Earth. Give at least three specific examples of colours and what they represent.

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Part G: Everyday Use

The chapter mentions ‘thematic maps’ in an atlas that cover topics like ‘Green Earth’ issues. How can these types of maps help people understand and address environmental concerns?

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