Social Science · Class 1
Maps Introduction
Learn Maps Introduction with notes, examples, and practice questions.
4 sections15–25 min read6 MCQs · 2 examples
Chapter Overview
Maps are drawings that show places on Earth from above. Children learn symbols, colours on maps, directions (north, south, east, west), and how maps help us find routes to school, market, and other familiar places.
What Is a Map?
- A map shows location of places on paper or screen
- Smaller than the real area — uses scale
- Bird's-eye view (seen from above)
Directions
- North, South, East, West (N, S, E, W)
- Sun rises in the east, sets in the west
- Use compass to find north
Map Symbols
- Blue — water (rivers, lakes)
- Green — forest or park
- Red — important buildings (hospital, post office)
- Lines — roads and railways
Solved Examples
Step-by-step solutions — read each step before checking the final answer.
Directions
If you face the rising sun, which direction is on your left?
- 1Sun rises in the east
- 2Left hand points north when facing east
Answer
North
Map colour
What does blue colour usually show on a map?
- 1Water bodies are coloured blue
- 2Rivers, lakes, seas
Answer
Water bodies
Key Points to Remember
- ✓ Maps use symbols and colours for clarity
- ✓ North is shown with an arrow on most maps
- ✓ Scale tells how much area is shrunk on paper
Exam Tips
- • Label four main directions on a diagram
- • Match map symbols to meanings
- • Explain why maps are useful for finding places
Practice MCQs — Maps Introduction
Test your understanding with topic-wise multiple choice questions. Explanations appear after each answer.
Question 1 of 6Score: 0/0
A map shows places from: