Map symbols are like a secret language that helps us understand maps. Instead of writing out the names of places, things, or features, mapmakers use small pictures or shapes called symbols. These symbols represent real-world things like buildings, roads, rivers, mountains, and more. Learning these symbols helps us read and understand maps from all over the world! Knowing these symbols allows you to quickly gather key information from a map.
Match each term with its correct definition:
Definitions:
| Term | Your Answer (Number) |
|---|---|
| Scale | |
| River | |
| Building | |
| Forest | |
| Railroad |
Use the words below to fill in the missing blanks in the paragraph.
Words: mountains, key, symbols, roads, map
A ______ is a drawing of a place. It uses ______ to represent real-world features. The ______ tells you what each symbol means. For example, a brown triangle might represent ______, and lines might represent ______.
Imagine you are drawing a map of your neighborhood. What are three important symbols you would include, and what would each symbol represent?
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