General Knowledge
Why Do We Have Maps?
How can a small picture help us understand a huge place?

The short answer
Maps help us understand where places are.
Let’s explore
- Maps help us understand where places are.
- Maps can show countries, cities, roads, mountains, rivers and oceans.
- Maps help answer questions such as: Where am I? Where am I going? How far is it?
Quick Quiz
- What is the short answer to “Why Do We Have Maps?”?
- Can you explain one key fact in your own words?
- What new question would you like to explore next?
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Why Do We Have Day and Night?
Why does the sky become dark every day?
Earth rotates on its axis.
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Why Do We Have Seasons?
Why do we experience spring, summer, fall and winter?
Earth travels around the Sun while its axis is tilted.
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What Are the Seven Continents?
How is Earth’s land commonly divided?
The seven-continent model identifies Asia, Africa, North America, South America, Antarctica, Europe and Australia.
