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Geography Quiz - Directions - Compasses And Maps (Questions)

Maps and compasses help us find our way. In this quiz, you will practise using directions like north, south, east and west to follow simple journeys.

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Fascinating Fact:

Explorers and sailors use compasses and maps to help them travel safely.

In KS1 Geography, children learn how maps, symbols and compasses show where places are. They practise using north, south, east and west to follow routes on simple maps and plans.

Key Terms

Compass: A tool with a needle that points to north, helping you find directions.
Map: A drawing that shows where places are and how they are arranged.
Direction: The way you travel or face, such as north, south, east or west.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What is a compass in KS1 geography?

In KS1 geography, a compass is a simple tool that shows direction. Its needle points to north, which helps children work out south, east and west on a map.

How do you explain north, south, east and west to children?

Teachers explain north, south, east and west using a compass and classroom maps. Children learn that these are the four main directions used to describe which way to go.

Why are maps and compasses important in primary school?

Maps and compasses are important in primary school because they help children understand where places are, how to follow routes and how to stay safe when travelling or exploring.

Try These Related Quizzes

1.

Sam wants to know which direction is north. His Dad goes outside with Sam. They use a _______ to find out which way is north.

[ ]	Clock
[ ]	Watch
[ ]	Timer
[ ]	Compass

2.

Which bit of a map is north?

[ ]	Top
[ ]	Bottom
[ ]	Middle
[ ]	Back

3.

Where does the sun rise?

[ ]	In the north
[ ]	In the east
[ ]	In the south
[ ]	In the west

4.

Where does the sun set?

[ ]	In the north
[ ]	In the east
[ ]	In the south
[ ]	In the west

5.

Where is south on a map?

[ ]	At the top
[ ]	In the middle
[ ]	To one side
[ ]	At the bottom

6.

Which direction lies between north and west?

[ ]	North-East
[ ]	South-East
[ ]	South-West
[ ]	North-West

7.

Manchester is in the _________ of England.

[ ]	North-West
[ ]	South-East
[ ]	South-West
[ ]	North-East

8.

Sam is looking at a globe. Where is the North Pole?

[ ]	On top of the globe
[ ]	On the Equator
[ ]	Inside the globe
[ ]	At the bottom of the globe

9.

Sam is looking at a globe. He wants to find Australia. Where on the globe should he look?

[ ]	On top of the globe
[ ]	In the top half of the globe
[ ]	In the bottom half of the globe
[ ]	Inside the globe

10.

Which direction on a map is west?

[ ]	To the left-hand side
[ ]	To the right-hand side
[ ]	In the middle
[ ]	Straight down

You can find more about this topic by visiting BBC Bitesize - What are maps?

Geography Quiz - Directions - Compasses And Maps (Answers)

1.

Sam wants to know which direction is north. His Dad goes outside with Sam. They use a _______ to find out which way is north.

[ ]	Clock
[ ]	Watch
[ ]	Timer
[x]	Compass

Have you ever used a compass?

2.

Which bit of a map is north?

[x]	Top
[ ]	Bottom
[ ]	Middle
[ ]	Back

The tops of maps always point north

3.

Where does the sun rise?

[ ]	In the north
[x]	In the east
[ ]	In the south
[ ]	In the west

Which sea lies to the east of the British Isles? - The North Sea. Oh, dear, that is confusing, but it’s true!

4.

Where does the sun set?

[ ]	In the north
[ ]	In the east
[ ]	In the south
[x]	In the west

What big island lies to the west of Great Britain? - Ireland

5.

Where is south on a map?

[ ]	At the top
[ ]	In the middle
[ ]	To one side
[x]	At the bottom

Which country lies south of Great Britain, across the English Channel? - France

6.

Which direction lies between north and west?

[ ]	North-East
[ ]	South-East
[ ]	South-West
[x]	North-West

So, which direction lies between south and east?

7.

Manchester is in the _________ of England.

[x]	North-West
[ ]	South-East
[ ]	South-West
[ ]	North-East

London is in the south-east of England. Plymouth is in south-west England. Newcastle is in north-east England

8.

Sam is looking at a globe. Where is the North Pole?

[x]	On top of the globe
[ ]	On the Equator
[ ]	Inside the globe
[ ]	At the bottom of the globe

Can you find the North Pole on a globe?

9.

Sam is looking at a globe. He wants to find Australia. Where on the globe should he look?

[ ]	On top of the globe
[ ]	In the top half of the globe
[x]	In the bottom half of the globe
[ ]	Inside the globe

Australia is in the Southern Hemisphere

10.

Which direction on a map is west?

[x]	To the left-hand side
[ ]	To the right-hand side
[ ]	In the middle
[ ]	Straight down

So, which direction on a map is east?