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Geography & Maps

Grade 1 · Stretch challenge · 8 questions · Version PG-25SCV0-15RX

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1.Explain “region” in your own words.
2.Explain “migration” in your own words.
3.Explain “absolute location” in your own words.
4.Explain “human geography” in your own words.
5.Explain “relative location” in your own words.
6.Explain “physical geography” in your own words.
7.Explain “latitude” in your own words.
8.Explain “longitude” in your own words.

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

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.