CBSE Class 6 Social Science Geography Maps Worksheet

Q1.Define the following:-

       Map, physical map, political map, thematic map, scale of map, small scale map,large scale map , cardinal points, conventional symbols, sketch

Q2.Why do we need a map? Into how many types maps can be divided?

Q3.Give uses and limitations of map?

Q4.How are maps useful?

Q5.What is north line?

Q6What is importance of compass?

Q7. What do you know about conventional symbols?

Q8.What is an atlas?

Q9.Draw diagrams of cardinal points, compass, symbols Match the following____

                      A                                                                                              B

     1. Map showing different countries                                                 Yellow-brown

     2. Map showing physical features                                                   political map

     3. Color used to show                                                                       plains blue

     4. Colour used to                                                                               plateau green

     5. Color used to show                                                                       water physical map

Q11. Tick the correct answer:-

   a)A replica of earth _______ map, globe,

   b) Trees are shown on map _________symbol , green dot

   c)Sketch is ________rough drawing, shows details

    d)Physical map shows _________ peak population.

Q12. Get up early in the morning. Go to an open space in your house and observe the directions during sunrise.

Fill in the blanks.

1. A ________________ can be useful when we want to study the earth as a whole.
Answer : Globe

2. Maps showing distribution of forests are called _________________
Answer : Thematic maps

3. _____________________ is an instrument used to find out main directions.
Answer : Compass

4. Internationally agreed symbols are called ___________________ symbols.
Answer : Conventional

5. __________________ maps give more information than small scale map.
Answer : Large scale

6. The ________________ colour is used for showing water bodies.
Answer : Blue

7. _______________ give a lot of information in a limited space.
Answer : Symbols

8. A rough drawing drawn without scale is called a ______________
Answer : Sketch

9. __________________ map shows natural features of the earth.
Answer : Physical

Geography - Ln-4 - Maps - VI

Question 1. Maps showing natural features of the earth such as mountains, plateaus, plains, rivers, oceans etc are called __________.
Answer: Physical map
In simple words: Physical maps show natural landforms and water bodies on the earth.

Exam Tip: Remember that physical or relief maps highlight natural features, unlike political maps which show boundaries.

Question 2. A __________ can be used when we want to study the earth as a whole.
Answer: Globe
In simple words: A globe provides a three-dimensional, accurate view of the entire earth.

Exam Tip: Globes are best for global perspective, while maps are better for detailed study of specific regions.

Question 3. __________ is an instrument used to find the main direction.
Answer: Compass
In simple words: A magnetic compass has a needle that always points towards the North-South direction.

Exam Tip: Learn the four cardinal directions (North, South, East, West) which are primarily located using a magnetic compass.

Question 4. A __________ is based on memory and spot observation and not to scale.
Answer: Sketch
In simple words: A sketch is a rough drawing made without using a proper scale or exact measurements.

Exam Tip: Do not confuse a sketch with a plan or a map; sketches rely on memory rather than precise cartography.

Question 5. __________ give a lot of information in a limited space.
Answer: Symbols
In simple words: Symbols represent various features like roads, bridges, and trees compactly on a map.

Exam Tip: Conventional symbols are universally accepted, making maps readable across different languages and regions.

Question 6. __________ provide more information than a globe.
Answer: Maps
In simple words: Maps can display detailed local information that cannot fit onto a small globe.

Exam Tip: While globes show the big picture, maps can be scaled down to show neighborhoods, cities, and countries in detail.

Question 7. Blue colour on the maps is used for showing __________.
Answer: water bodies
In simple words: Blue represents oceans, seas, rivers, and lakes on standard physical and thematic maps.

Exam Tip: Standard colour schemes use blue for water, green for plains, and brown for mountains.

Question 8. __________ is the ratio between the actual distance on the ground and the distance shown on the map.
Answer: scale
In simple words: Scale helps convert large real-world distances into manageable sizes on paper.

Exam Tip: Scale is a crucial component of a map without which distances cannot be calculated accurately.

Question 9. Maps showing cities, towns and villages and different countries and states of the world with their boundaries are called __________.
Answer: Political map

In simple words: Political maps focus on administrative boundaries, countries, states, and settlements.

Exam Tip: Differentiate political maps (boundaries and capitals) from physical maps (natural relief features).

Question 10. When large areas like continents or countries are to be shown on a paper, then we use a __________.
Answer: Small scale map
In simple words: A small scale map covers a massive area with less detail.

Exam Tip: Remember the inverse rule: a small-scale map shows a large area, while a large-scale map shows a small area with high detail.