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Lesson 74 of 84 · Maps and Geography
Globes vs. Flat Maps
Historical maps show how places looked at a specific time in the past. Comparing old and new maps reveals how borders, cities, and landscapes have changed over centuries.
Key Facts
1
Latitude and longitude form a grid.
2
A legend explains map symbols.
3
The equator divides Earth into hemispheres.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 2What do latitude lines measure?