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Maps
Vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Address | The numbers and street name that describes where a person lives. |
| 2. Axis | The imaginary line that runs through the center of the earth from the North Pole to South Pole. |
| 3. Cardinal Directions | The four main directions- North, South, East, and West. |
| 4. Compass rose | The diagram on the map that shows the points of direction. |
| 5. Continents | The seven main areas of land on Earth. |
| 6. Globe | A model of Earth. |
| 7. Grid Map | A map that uses letters and numbers in boxes to describe the location of objects. |
| 8. Key | The list of symbols on the map and what they stand for. |
| 9. Legend | The list of symbols on the map and what they stand for. |
| 10. Map | Shows objects from above, in smaller size, and relation to other objects. |
| 11. North Pole | The northernmost part of Earth. |
| 12. Oceans | The four main bodies of water. |
| 13. Scale | Shows how big the object on the map is compared to the real object. |
| 14. South Pole | The most southernmost part of Earth. |
| 15. Symbol | Something that represents an object or idea. |