Grade 1 · Social Studies · Challenge
Free Geography & Maps worksheet - version 14
Grade 1 geography & maps practice with original, difficulty-matched questions. This printable version includes 8 grade-appropriate questions and a separate answer sheet.
Geography & Maps
Grade 1 · Stretch challenge · 8 questions · Version PG-1BTJS3-15RX
1.Explain “relative location” in your own words.
2.Explain “absolute location” in your own words.
3.Explain “scale” in your own words.
4.Explain “longitude” in your own words.
5.Explain “latitude” in your own words.
6.Explain “region” in your own words.
7.Explain “continent” in your own words.
8.Explain “human geography” 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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- Explain “relative location” in your own words.a place described in relation to another place
- Explain “absolute location” in your own words.an exact position expressed with coordinates
- Explain “scale” in your own words.the relationship between map distance and real distance
- Explain “longitude” in your own words.distance east or west of the prime meridian
- Explain “latitude” in your own words.distance north or south of the Equator
- Explain “region” in your own words.an area sharing physical or human characteristics
- Explain “continent” in your own words.one of Earth's large continuous land areas
- Explain “human geography” in your own words.the study of people, cultures, and activities across places
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.