How Maps Have Changed

Mission Brief #84

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Connect the place to the people.

⚡ The twist

Maps lie a little — they always have to.

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Maps have changed a lot over time! Long ago, people drew maps by hand, using paper and pencils. Today, we can use computers and smartphones to see maps with lots of details. Even though maps look different, they still help us find our way!

Key facts

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1Maps used to be drawn by hand.
2Today, we use technology for maps.
3Maps help us find our way, no matter how they look.

Then & Now

🌍 The geography you'll learn is the same one your phone's GPS is using right now.

Question 1 of 2

How did people make maps a long time ago?

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Question 2 of 2

What is one way maps have changed?

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