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1. 1.

   Fill in the blanks.

   1. The science of map-making is called ___________.
   2. Maps showing the distribution of crops, minerals and climatic zones are examples of ___________ maps.
   3. There are ___________ main intermediate directional points.
   4. The ___________ or ___________ of a map explains what the symbols and signs used in the map mean.
   5. A ___________ is a rough drawing based on observation and is not drawn to scale.
2. 2.

   Tick the sentences that are true. Correct the others.

   1. A globe is a two-dimensional model of the Earth.
   2. Physical maps show the boundaries of countries and states, and the location of capitals, important cities and towns.
   3. Northeast is a cardinal point.
   4. Small scale maps include cadastral maps and topographical maps.
   5. Distances are shown accurately in sketches.
   6. A syncline is a downward bending fold in the Earth's crust.
3. 3.

    A map is incomplete without a scale. Give reasons.

4. 4.

   You can find the exact measurements of a house from a plan, but not from a sketch. Give reasons.

5. 5.

   Why do we need models and tools to study the Earth?

6. 6.

   Name the different kinds of maps. Describe each briefly.