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1 MapsMaps

2 http://www.phschool.com/curriculum _support/ss_skills_tutor/content/po p.html

3 Natural Features Features made by people Political Maps Physical Maps Thematic Maps Types of Maps

4 These are created by nature. Mountains, rivers, lakes, ponds, waterfalls and elevation (height from sea level). Natural Features

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6 Any feature on a map made by man. These could be roads, country boundaries, cities, states, and wars. Features Made by Man

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8 Describe cities, countries, or areas on a map that detail types of governments. Political Maps

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10 Physical maps show the natural terrain such as mountains, rivers, and lakes. Physical Maps

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12 Thematic maps describe a specific topic such as temperatures. Thematic Maps

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14 To find your way on a map, use the tools that cartographers or mapmaker place on the map. The compass rose shows north, south, east and west. These directions let you know your relative or approximate location in relation to another place. Cartographer or Mapmakers tools

15 Scale- helps you estimate distance on a map. The key or legend explains symbols used on the map. The key can also identify special uses of color.

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