Practice - Direction and Compass
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Practice Questions
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List the four cardinal directions.
💡 Hint: Think of the acronym that helps you remember these.
What is the purpose of a compass rose?
💡 Hint: Consider the tool's name itself and what it illustrates.
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Interactive Quizzes
Quick quizzes to reinforce your learning
What are the four cardinal directions?
💡 Hint: They also help in navigation.
True or False: Intermediate directions are not necessary for reading a map.
💡 Hint: Think about how precise navigation works.
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Challenge Problems
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A map shows a town located to the Northeast of a river. If you are at the river facing North, which direction should you turn to reach the town?
💡 Hint: Visualize your position in relation to the cardinal directions.
Develop a navigation plan for a hike from your house to a park 1 mile North and 1 mile East. Describe how you would use your compass at each step.
💡 Hint: Consider each leg of your journey and how to remain oriented.
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