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Geography & Maps

Grade 2 · On-level practice · 8 questions · Version PG-4L8SGS-1WIX

1.

Explain “continent” in your own words.

2.

Explain “latitude” in your own words.

3.

Explain “physical geography” in your own words.

4.

Explain “region” in your own words.

5.

Explain “relative location” in your own words.

6.

Explain “longitude” in your own words.

7.

Explain “absolute location” in your own words.

8.

Explain “migration” 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 “continent” in your own words.one of Earth's large continuous land areas
  2. Explain “latitude” in your own words.distance north or south of the Equator
  3. Explain “physical geography” in your own words.the study of natural features and processes
  4. Explain “region” in your own words.an area sharing physical or human characteristics
  5. Explain “relative location” in your own words.a place described in relation to another place
  6. Explain “longitude” in your own words.distance east or west of the prime meridian
  7. Explain “absolute location” in your own words.an exact position expressed with coordinates
  8. Explain “migration” in your own words.movement of people from one place to another

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.