Practice Legend Or Key (2.3) - Chapter 7 – Map Work

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Question 1.
What is the purpose of a legend on a map?
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Think about how you would understand a new map.
Question 2.
Name one symbol you would find in a legend.
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What shapes or colors represent features?
3Question 3.
What is the function of a map's legend?
- To provide a scale for the map
- To explain the symbols used
- To show the direction
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Think about what enables you to read different parts of the map.
4Question 4.
True or False: The legend is the same for all types of maps.
- True
- False
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Consider how different maps serve different purposes.
Question 5.
Design a simple fictional map and create a legend that includes at least five different features, explaining what each symbol represents.
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Think creatively about geographical features you want to include.
Question 6.
Analyze a given map and critique its legend—what improvements would you suggest to make it clearer?
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Look for symbols that may not be immediately understandable.

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