Map Legend
Why is a map legend important?
Goal:
Goal:
A map legend is a key usually located on the bottom or side of a map that explains the symbols, colors, and lines found on the map.
This map legend shows what each symbol on the map means. Look at the map legend to answer the question below.
Question
What does this symbol mean?
This symbol represents the hospital.
Because maps show different things, it is important to look at the map legend to understand what you are looking at on the map.
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Here is a map of different climate zones around the world. 
Use the map legend to answer the question. What are the two climates of the United States? They are moderate and subtropical. The next map is of a city, and the symbols represent the places in the city. These symbols can help you understand where and what things are. 
How many fast food restaurants are in the city? Three fast food restaurants can be found in the city. Why are map legends important? They help you understand the information on a map. |
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