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Orientation Basics

A worksheet for Grade 1 students to learn about basic directions and orientation.

Grade 1 Science BiologyOrientation
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1-ESS1-1

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Orientation Basics

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Read each question carefully and follow the directions. Good luck!

1. The sun rises in the  .

2. The sun sets in the  .

3. North is opposite of  .

4. East is opposite of  .

5. Which direction is usually at the top of a map?

a

East

b

West

c

North

d

South

6. If you are facing North, what direction is on your right?

a

South

b

East

c

West

d

North

7. A compass helps us find directions.

T

True

F

False

8. The North Star can help you find North at night.

T

True

F

False

9. Draw a simple compass rose and label the four main directions: North, South, East, West.

Compass Rose

Use the words below to complete the sentences.

North
South
East
West

10. If you walk towards the rising sun, you are walking  .

11. If you walk towards the setting sun, you are walking  .