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Lesson 73 of 84 · Maps and Geography
Topographic Maps and Contour Lines
Street maps show roads, highways, and buildings. They help people find addresses, plan walking routes, and understand how neighborhoods are laid out.
Key Facts
1
The equator divides Earth into hemispheres.
2
Scale shows real distance on a map.
3
North is usually at the top.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What does map scale tell you?