Summary and exam Module 3 practice


Revision summary


In this module we have looked at maps and how to use them. We have learnt that: • A plan view shows us what an object looks like from above.


• The side view and plan view of an object look different.


• We use symbols on a map to show different objects. • The key on a map explains what the symbols mean. • A grid reference helps us to find places on a map. • The four main points of the compass are north, south, east and west.


• The map of South Africa shows land and sea, provinces and towns.


• A globe is a model of the Earth. • A map of the world shows the continents and the oceans.


Exam practice


1 Read these word meanings: 1.1 The line where the land meets the sea 1.2 The town where the leader and officials of the province work


1.3 A way of finding places on a map using a grid 1.4 Dividing line between provinces or countries 1.5 A list of symbols with their meanings 1.6 A very large area of land 1.7 A simple picture or letter that represents an object 1.8 A model of the Earth


Choose the words that match these meanings from this list:


symbol key grid reference coastline provincial capital border globe


continent [8 × 1 = 8]


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