Map Symbols, Legend & Keys — Answer Key
Part A: Trace the Words
Trace each word by following the dotted lines.
1. map
2. symbol
3. legend
4. key
5. north
6. scale
Part B: Fill in the Blank
Write the missing word on the line.
1. A map is a drawing of a place seen from above.
The correct answer is 'map'. A map is a drawing of a place seen from above.
2. Symbols on a map are explained in the map legend.
The correct answer is 'legend'. Symbols on a map are explained in the map legend.
3. The map key or legend tells you what each symbol means.
The correct answer is 'key'. The map key or legend tells you what each symbol means.
4. The letter N on a map stands for north.
The correct answer is 'north'. The letter N on a map stands for north.
Part C: True or False
Read each sentence. Circle True or False.
1. A map legend explains what the symbols on a map mean.
True False
True. A map legend explains what the symbols on a map mean. This is a correct statement.
2. All maps look the same.
True False
False. The statement "All maps look the same." is not correct. Think about what the right fact would be.
3. A compass rose shows direction on a map.
True False
True. A compass rose shows direction on a map. This is a correct statement.