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1. 1.

   Fill in the blanks.

   1. A ________________ is a three-dimensional model of the Earth that depicts its spherical shape.
   2. The ______________ is an arrow that points towards the geographical North direction in a map.
   3. Verbal scale is also called _____________.
   4. Internationally accepted symbols that are used in a map are called _____________ signs.
   5. The key or _____________ is like an index which explains about the colours, symbols and patterns used on a map.
2. 2.

   Write (T) for true and (F) for false.

   1. The shape of the Earth is a true sphere.
   2. The Earth has a tilted axis just like the globe.
   3. The drawings of large landmasses get distorted in maps.
   4. Maps give accurate information even for small areas.
   5. The arrow in the top right-hand corner of the map is marked with the letter 'S'.
3. 3.

   Differentiate between Topographical and Thematic map.

4. 4.

   Differentiate between Verbal scale and Linear scale.

5. 5.

   Differentiate between Small-scale and Large-scale map.

6. 6.

   Differentiate between a map and a plan.