Practice Directions (1.5) - Interpretation of Topographical Maps

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Question 1.
What direction is always at the top of a map?
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Think about the orientation of a compass.
Question 2.
Name two other compass directions besides north.
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These directions are related to north.
3Question 3.
Which direction is always at the top of a map?
- South
- East
- North
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Consider the cardinal direction system.
4Question 4.
True or False: East is the opposite direction of West.
- True
- False
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Think about where each direction lies on the compass.
Question 5.
Imagine you are standing at a point marked 'A' on a topographic map. Describe how you would determine the route to point 'B', which is located to the southwest of 'A'.
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Think of integrating both map skills and compass reading.
Question 6.
You are tasked with planning a route from point 'C' to point 'D'. Point 'D' is located directly east of point 'C', but the map shows a steep hill between them. How would you convey your path between the two points?
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Use both map features and direction understanding to work between points.

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