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vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Axis | The imaginary line that runs through the center of earth from the north pole to the south pole. |
| cardinal directions | The four main directions -North, south, East and West |
| Compass rose | The diagram on the map that shows the points of direction. |
| continents | The seven main areas of land on earth. |
| Globe | A model of the Earth |
| Grib map | A map that uses letters and numbers in boxes to describe the location of objects. |
| key | The list of symbols on the map and what they stand for. |
| legend | The list of symbols on the map and what they stand for. |
| Map | Shows objects from above , in smaller size , and in relation to other objects. |
| North pole | The northernmost part of earth. |
| Oceans | The four main bodies of water on earth. |
| Scale | Shows how big the object on the map is compared to the real object. |
| South Pole | The southernmost part of earth. |
| symbol | something that represents an object or idea. |
| Address: | The numbers and street name that describers where a person lives. |