Maps and Globes Exploration
Explore the basics of maps and globes with this third-grade social studies worksheet, covering directions, features, and their uses.
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Maps and Globes Exploration
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Good luck!
1. What is a globe?
A flat picture of the Earth
A round model of the Earth
A book about space
A type of animal
2. Which direction is usually at the top of a map?
East
South
North
West
3. A map key, or legend, tells us what the on a map mean.
4. The four main cardinal directions are North, South, East, and .
5. Name two things you might find on a map.
6. A map is a flat drawing, and a globe is a round model.
True
False
7. All maps show the entire world.
True
False
8. Draw a simple map of your classroom or backyard. Include at least two symbols and a compass rose.