Map Symbols, Legend & Keys — Answer Key
Part A: Trace the Words
Trace each word carefully by following the dotted lines.
1. map
2. key
3. north
4. south
5. legend
6. symbol
Part B: Fill in the Blank
Write the missing word or number on each line.
1. A map key tells what symbols mean.
A map key is like a helper box that tells you what each little picture on the map means.
2. The legend on a map shows all the symbols.
The arrow on a map points up to show which way is north, helping you know directions.
3. A blue line on a map means water.
On maps, blue lines look like flowing water, so a blue line usually means a river.
4. A map helps us find places.
The legend is the part of the map that explains all the symbols, so you can understand what you see.
Part C: True or False?
Read each statement. Circle True or False.
1. A map legend tells us what symbols mean.
True False
True. A map legend explains what each symbol means, which helps us read and understand the map.
2. All maps look exactly the same.
True False
False. Different maps can use different colors and symbols. That is why you need to check the legend.
3. A key and a legend do the same job on a map.
True False
True. Many maps use a star symbol to mark a capital city because it is an important place.