What is a map? Quiz for 3rd graders

📚 Quick Study Guide

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• What is a Map?: A map is a drawing that shows places on Earth. It's like a picture of a part of the world!
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• Map Symbols: Maps use symbols (little pictures) to represent real things like trees 🌲, rivers 🌊, or buildings 🏠.
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• Map Key (Legend): The map key, also called a legend, explains what the symbols on the map mean. Always check the key!
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• Compass Rose: The compass rose shows directions: North, South, East, and West. North is usually at the top of the map.
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• Map Scale: The map scale helps you figure out how far apart things are in real life. It shows the relationship between distances on the map and distances on the ground.

Practice Quiz

1. What is a map?
1. A. A type of sandwich.
2. B. A drawing that shows places on Earth.
3. C. A song about directions.
4. D. A story about explorers.
2. What do map symbols represent?
1. A. Real things like trees and rivers.
2. B. Colors of the rainbow.
3. C. Different types of animals.
4. D. Types of weather.
3. What does the map key (legend) explain?
1. A. The name of the map maker.
2. B. The symbols on the map.
3. C. The age of the map.
4. D. The weather forecast.
4. What does the compass rose show?
1. A. Different kinds of flowers.
2. B. Types of clouds.
3. C. Directions like North and South.
4. D. Different languages.
5. Which direction is usually at the top of a map?
1. A. South
2. B. East
3. C. West
4. D. North
6. What does the map scale help you figure out?
1. A. The colors of the buildings.
2. B. How far apart things are in real life.
3. C. The weather in different places.
4. D. The types of plants that grow there.
7. What is another name for map key?
1. A. Compass
2. B. Legend
3. C. Scale
4. D. Symbol