Study Guide
As north and south are most important, the next four points will start with these directions, followed by whichever direction is closest, e.g., NW (northwest) or SW (southwest).
We don’t carry around compasses anymore. If you need to find your way around, you can use the following method to help you find your way:
The sun always rises in the east. If you look at the sun, north will be on your left and south will be on your right. The sun sets in the west, so west should be directly behind you.
Lesson 4 Eight directions from a fixed point on a world map
Define World map: a flat portrayal of the world where you see the whole world in a single view The island of Madagascar is highlighted on the map of Africa below. We must be able to determine direction from any given point on a map; there is, therefore, usually a small compass drawn on maps to help us. North always points towards the top of a map.
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