Grade 11 Physical Education Worksheet: Maps Challenge Practice

Maps Challenge Practice

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Grade 11 Physical Education Worksheet: Maps Challenge Practice

Maps Challenge Practice

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Grade: Grade 11

Subject: Physical Education

Topic: Maps

Time: 20 Minutes

Difficulty: Challenging

Questions: 20

Instructions:
Read each question carefully and answer in complete sentences or with the requested labels. Show your thinking where needed. Questions increase in difficulty, so take your time and use PE map skills such as direction, distance, route planning, symbols, and spatial reasoning.

Skills Practiced:

Maps
Physical Education
Critical Thinking
Problem Solving

1Question

What is a map in physical education, and why might athletes or students use one during outdoor activities?

2Question

Name two map features that help a person understand where they are and where to go.

3Question

What does the symbol N usually represent on a map compass rose?

4Question

If a trail on a map is shown with a dashed line, what is the most likely meaning of that symbol?

5Question

Why is a scale important when using a map for running, hiking, or orienteering?

6Question

A map scale is 1 cm = 200 m. If two points are 3 cm apart on the map, how far apart are they in real life?

7Question

If a student walks 1.5 km on a map where 1 cm = 500 m, how many centimeters would that distance be on the map?

8Question

In which direction would you travel if you moved from east to west?

9Question

A student starts facing north. They turn right, then turn left. Which direction are they facing now?

10Question

On a topographic map, what does it usually mean when contour lines are very close together?

11Question

On a topographic map, what does it usually mean when contour lines are far apart?

12Question

Why might a PE teacher choose a topographic map instead of a simple trail map for a cross-country activity?

13Question

A route goes 400 m north, then 300 m east. What is the total distance traveled?

14Question

Using the same route from Question 13, what is the straight-line direction from the starting point to the ending point?

15Question

A student is planning a jog and wants to avoid steep hills. Which map features should they study first, and why?

16Question

A map shows a scale of 1:10,000. What does this mean in simple terms?

17Question

A trail is 5 km long in real life. On a map with a scale of 1 cm = 250 m, how long should the trail measure on the map?

18Question

A student must move from the gym to the field, then to the track, and finally to the parking lot. What map skill helps them choose the best route, and what should they consider?

19Question

Explain how a map can help improve safety during an outdoor PE lesson.

20Question

Create a simple map-reading strategy for an orienteering task. Include at least three steps in the correct order.

Answer Key

#	Answer
1	A map is a drawing or visual representation of an area. Athletes and students use maps to find locations, plan routes, and stay safe during outdoor activities.
2	A legend/key and a compass rose help a person understand map symbols and direction.
3	N represents north.
4	It usually means the trail is a footpath or a less-developed route.
5	Scale shows the relationship between map distance and real distance, helping you estimate how far you will travel.
6	600 m.
7	3 cm.
8	West.
9	North.
10	The slope is steep.
11	The slope is gentle.
12	A topographic map shows changes in elevation and terrain, which helps plan for hills, slopes, and physical effort.
13	700 m.
14	Northeast.
15	They should study contour lines and the legend/key. Contour lines show steepness and terrain, and the legend helps identify trails or paths.
16	1 unit on the map equals 10,000 of the same units in real life, such as 1 cm = 10,000 cm (100 m).
17	20 cm.
18	Route planning helps them choose the best route. They should consider distance, obstacles, safety, and landmarks.
19	A map helps students know where they are, avoid unsafe areas, follow approved routes, and find help or exits if needed.
20	Sample answer: 1) Orient the map so north matches the compass. 2) Identify the start point, destination, and key symbols. 3) Plan the route using distance, direction, and terrain. 4) Follow the route and check landmarks as you move.