Map Skills

1. a method of showing height on a map using a dot and the exact height in metres
3. this tells you what information the map gives us
6. a type of map which tells you how many people live in an area
7. something one a map which shows you direction
9. these are used to help you locate places on a map. They can be four or six-figure.
12. the continent which is the furthest South on a world map
16. this helps you measure distance on a map
17. the direction between North and West on a compass
19. a method to show height using different colours

2. the type of geography which focuses on how humans interact with or harm the environment
4. a type of map which shows the boarders of countries or states
5. the name of someone who makes maps
8. something which helps you understand the symbols on a map
10. the map symbol for a nature reserve
11. the type of geography which focuses on human activities
13. special lines on a map which connect and show places of the same height
14. the unit of measurement for height on a map
15. a special type of spot height shown with a triangle
16. the small icons or pictures used to represent something in real life on a map
18. the map symbol for a golf course