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Types of Maps Activity

This document is a worksheet to analyze an unlabeled map. It prompts the user to identify the type of map, note any physical qualities, and list three important pieces of information on the map. It also asks the user to explain why the map was made and what conclusions can be drawn from it, as well as pose an unanswered question for the mapmaker.

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Types of Maps Activity

This document is a worksheet to analyze an unlabeled map. It prompts the user to identify the type of map, note any physical qualities, and list three important pieces of information on the map. It also asks the user to explain why the map was made and what conclusions can be drawn from it, as well as pose an unanswered question for the mapmaker.

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Map Analysis Worksheet

1. Type of map
___ physical map (shows natural features like rivers, lakes, etc)
___ political map (shows the location/boundaries of cities, counties, etc)
___ thematic map (shows specific information with colors, symbols, or dots, etc)

Explain your reasoning:


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2. Physical qualities of the map (check all that apply)


___ handwritten ___ compass ___ date
___ legend or key ___ title ___ name of mapmaker

3. Map information:
A. List three things in this map you think are important
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2._______________________________________________________________
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3._______________________________________________________________
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B. Why do you think this map was made?
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C. What conclusions can you make about the information on this map?
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D. Write a question to the mapmaker that is left unanswered by this map.
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