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Use Compass Directions and Map Grids

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Describe where places are using north, south, east, west, intermediate directions, and simple map-grid references.

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Explore the model, then test your understanding. Select each numbered stop to discover its role.

Learning diagram: fictional places and schematic views are labelled. Use an atlas or globe for real-world locations.

1Columns A–C

Letters label columns from left to right. This map uses column first, then row.

2Rows 1–3

Numbers label rows from top to bottom. Grid conventions can differ on other maps.

3Library B3

The library lies in column B, row 3.

4Pond C2

The pond lies in column C, row 2: northeast of the library on this north-up map.

Check each map’s title, legend, orientation and scale. Diagrams here simplify features for practice.

Choose one answer for each question, then check. Practice results stay on this page and do not change course completion.

1. Which square contains the library? B3 C2 A1

2. From the library, the pond is… Southwest Due south Northeast

3. What should you check on a rotated map? Your own left hand The north arrow and grid instructions Only the page edge

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For real-world practice, compare a current classroom atlas or globe. Follow your class convention for continent and ocean groupings.