The two types of Location.

The main line of Latitude.

Useful for sailors and shows true direction

This region is home to 13 of the 14 large domesticated animals.

This causes the rain shadow effect.

Describes what an area is like.

The Cardinal Directions.

Shows continents close to true shape and size but drastically distorts the oceans

The process of humans choosing the biggest tastiest seeds year after year for planting.

This is the climate region we live in.

The Theme defined by common characteristics.

Explains symbols and colors found on the map.

Uses curved lines of latitude and longitude.

This animal was important to the development of warfare in Europe and Asia.

This recurring weather pattern increases precipitation and temperature in the Americas.

An example of this theme is global warming and pollution.

Shows a smaller area, and more details (zoomed in)

The type of projection used to accurately show the polar regions

This single animal was used for meat, dairy, clothing, and as a beast of burden.

How average temperatures change from the Equator to the north pole

Examples of this theme would be immigration or the Columbian Exchange.

A map that focuses on a specific idea like population or climate

A projection (like the Robinson) that has minor distortion in all areas but gives a good overall view

This animal was the only large domesticated animal in South America.

A climate region home to deciduous trees