Word Toolbox
What vocabulary words do you need to know for this lesson?
Goal:
Goal:
Let's learn some vocabulary words so that you have the tools you need for this lesson. Click on each vocabulary word to reveal its definition.
| Word | Definition | Example |
|---|---|---|
compass rose
|
A circular figure on a map that shows the directions | A compass rose can help you remember the different directions when looking at a map. |
map legend
|
A key usually located at the bottom of a map that explains symbols, colors, and lines used on a map | This map legend tells you what the different symbols on the map mean. |
scale
|
The distance on a map in relation to the distance on the ground | This scale for a map of Africa shows that every centimeter measured on the map is equal to 400 kilometers on the ground. |
You have the tools you need. Click on the arrow to continue the lesson.
compass rose
map legend
scale