Question

1. It is easy to draw an absolutely correct map of the world. ___________
2. A map can be drawn even for a small area on the earth. __________
3. The sign and symbols on a map are called conventional symbols. __________
4. A map drawn without a scale is called a sketch. __________

Answer 1

1. This statement is false.
Explanation: It is not easy to draw an absolutely correct map of the world because of the spherical shape of the Earth. A number of factors such as size and angle need to be perfect to represent the exact shape of the Earth.


2. This statement is true.
Explanation: A large-scale map can be used to depict even a small area of the Earth. Such a map can provide the minutest details of any place.


3. This statement is true.
Explanation: Signs and symbols used on a map are called conventional symbols. Conventional symbols depict various features such as railway lines, bridges, roads and poles.


4. This statement is true.
Explanation: A map without a scale is called a sketch. A sketch is the blueprint of the final map.