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Geography & Maps

Grade 2 · On-level practice · 8 questions · Version PG-4V8E5R-1WIX

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

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  1. Explain “longitude” in your own words.distance east or west of the prime meridian
  2. Explain “region” in your own words.an area sharing physical or human characteristics
  3. Explain “human geography” in your own words.the study of people, cultures, and activities across places
  4. Explain “continent” in your own words.one of Earth's large continuous land areas
  5. Explain “migration” in your own words.movement of people from one place to another
  6. Explain “latitude” in your own words.distance north or south of the Equator
  7. Explain “scale” in your own words.the relationship between map distance and real distance
  8. Explain “physical geography” in your own words.the study of natural features and processes

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.