Map Quest

Procedure
Using an atlas or map of your state, answer the following questions. Do an internet search for maps of your local area.

1. What is the scale of your map?

2. Measure the distance from your town to the nearest city.
   What is that distance and what is the name of the city?

3. In which direction would you have to go to get to the nearest lake?

4. Find the Key/Legend on your map. What is the symbol for

   __________ Railroad track?

   __________ Lake?

   __________ Interstate Highway?

   __________ River?

   __________ U.S. Highway?

   __________ Capital City?

5. What is the name of the city in your state with the largest population?

6. What is the capital city of your state?

7. Using the scale, determine the approximate distance across your state from east to west. From north to south.

8. Draw a compass rose.

9. Where is your town located in your state? Example: northwest corner.

10. Driving at 50 mph, how many hours would it take you to drive to the nearest state?