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Geography & Maps

Grade 2 · Stretch challenge · 8 questions · Version PG-1BRT5JQ-1373

1.

Explain “longitude” in your own words.

2.

Explain “continent” in your own words.

3.

Explain “scale” in your own words.

4.

Explain “region” in your own words.

5.

Explain “physical geography” in your own words.

6.

Explain “human geography” in your own words.

7.

Explain “relative location” in your own words.

8.

Explain “absolute location” in your own words.

Answers and teaching notes

Use the answers to check the work after the learner finishes. For writing prompts, the guide describes what a strong response should include.

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  1. Explain “longitude” in your own words.distance east or west of the prime meridian
  2. Explain “continent” in your own words.one of Earth's large continuous land areas
  3. Explain “scale” in your own words.the relationship between map distance and real distance
  4. Explain “region” in your own words.an area sharing physical or human characteristics
  5. Explain “physical geography” in your own words.the study of natural features and processes
  6. Explain “human geography” in your own words.the study of people, cultures, and activities across places
  7. Explain “relative location” in your own words.a place described in relation to another place
  8. Explain “absolute location” in your own words.an exact position expressed with coordinates

Worked example

Use direction, scale, coordinates, and physical or human features to explain location.

Common mistake

Reading a symbol without checking the map legend.

Helpful hint

Check the title, legend, scale, and compass rose.