Map Symbols, Legend & Keys — Answer Key
Part A: Fill in the Blank
Write the missing word on the line.
1. A map key is also called a map legend.
The correct answer is 'legend' because it fits the meaning of the sentence about maps.
2. The compass rose N stands for north.
A compass rose shows north and south. North is always at the top of the compass rose.
3. If you go from north to south on a map, you are heading south.
South is the opposite of north. On a map, south is at the bottom.
4. A political map shows the shape and borders of countries.
The correct answer is 'political' because it fits the meaning of the sentence about maps.
5. The scale on a map tells you how real distance compares to the map.
The correct answer is 'distance' because it fits the meaning of the sentence about maps.
6. Airports on maps are often shown with a plane symbol.
The correct answer is 'plane' because it fits the meaning of the sentence about maps.
7. A legend helps you understand the symbols on a map.
The correct answer is 'understand' because it fits the meaning of the sentence about maps.
8. East is the direction of the morning sunrise.
The correct answer is 'morning' because it fits the meaning of the sentence about maps.
9. Maps help people find directions and understand places.
A compass rose shows the four main directions: north, south, east, and west.
Part B: Match the Directions
Draw a line from each compass direction to its description.
1.
North
→ toward the top of a standard map
where the sun sets
South
→ toward the bottom of a standard map
toward the top of a standard map
East
→ where the sun rises
where the sun rises
West
→ where the sun sets
toward the bottom of a standard map
These matches are correct because each map symbol represents the real place or thing it looks like.