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O. S. Maps 01

Ordnance Survey maps help you read the landscape from paper. Learn how symbols, scales and grid references turn lines and colours into real places.

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Fascinating Fact:

O. S. maps use a grid of blue lines to create squares, and each square represents 1 km by 1 km on the ground at common walking scales.

In KS3 Geography, pupils learn how Ordnance Survey maps show real places using symbols, contours and scale. Understanding grid references helps them describe and locate features accurately on a map.

Key Terms

Ordnance Survey map: A detailed map of Great Britain that shows roads, paths, buildings and physical features using standard symbols and colours.
Grid reference: A set of numbers that gives the position of a square on the map grid, helping you find a precise location.
Contour line: A line on a map that joins places of the same height, showing the shape and steepness of the land.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What is an Ordnance Survey map in KS3 geography?

An Ordnance Survey map is a detailed topographic map of Great Britain that shows human and physical features, such as towns, rivers and hills, using symbols, colours and contour lines.

How do you work out a four-figure grid reference?

To find a four-figure grid reference, read the eastings along the bottom of the map first, then the northings up the side, always going along the corridor and then up the stairs.

Why are contour lines important on O. S. maps?

Contour lines are important because they show height and slope, helping map readers understand whether the land is flat, gently sloping or steep, which is useful for planning routes.

Try These Related Quizzes

1 .

If a compass was a clock, which direction lies at 11 o'clock?

East South East

North East

North North West

West South West

North, south, east and west are known as the cardinal points of the compass

2 .

Which lines join places lying at the same height?

Contour lines

Isobars

Lay lines

Relief lines

They are thin brown lines

3 .

A spot height is shown by what colour dot?

Black

Green

Orange

Red

The height is printed alongside the dot

4 .

Which of these map scales gives the most detail?

1 to 5,000

1 to 10,000

1 to 25,000

1 to 50,000

1 cm on the map represents 5,000 cm on the ground

5 .

What is a useful saying when reading O.S. maps?

Along the corridor then up the stairs

Keep calm and carry on

Round the bend and up the wall

Take the lift then turn right

This is intended to remind you that when giving or using an O.S. map reference, the first part is the east-west figure and the second part is the north-south figure

6 .

What do the letters PC stand for ?

Play centre

Private campground

Public carpark

Public convenience

Useful to remember when you need the loo!

7 .

Which map symbol shows the site of a battle?

Cannon

Crossed spears

Crossed swords

Shield

It will often have the date of the battle next to it

8 .

How large an area does a 6 figure grid reference represent?

1 metre x 1 metre square

10 metres x 10 metres square

100 metres x 100 metres square

1,000 metres x 1,000 metres square

When navigating, it is important to remember this

9 .

On a scale of 4 cm to 1 km, how far is 25 cm?

5.25 km

5.75 km

6.25 km

6.5 km

Dividing 25 by 4 gives the answer. We hope that you didn't guess or reach for the calculator - it is easy enough to do this in your head

10 .

What colour are motorways on O.S. maps?

Black

Blue

Pink

Red

Water features are also blue

You can find more about this topic by visiting BBC Bitesize - Map symbols, direction and contour lines

Author: Jan Crompton (KS3 Geography & History Teacher, Professional Quiz Writer)

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