Social Studies Worksheet · Grades 4–7
Thematic Maps Worksheet
A printable social studies worksheet for grades 4-7 on thematic maps. Students match eight clues to the terms in the reference box, then answer four short-response questions. A complete answer key is included.
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Subject
Social Studies
Grades
Grades 4–7
Skill Focus
Thematic Maps, geography
Lesson Length
30 minutes
Learning Objective
Students will explain what a thematic map shows and read information from shading and a legend.
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
This worksheet teaches students to explain what a thematic map shows and read information from shading and a legend. It is a printable, print-and-go sheet with a reference box, a matching section, and short-response questions.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. Section A has eight clues to match to the correct term. Section B on page 2 has four short-response questions that ask students to apply what the reference box explains.
Page 3 is a complete answer key with an answer for every item, including sample answers for the short-response questions.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and review the terms.
Match each clue to its term in Section A on page 1.
Answer the four short-response questions in Section B on page 2.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.
Pair with the Map Legend Worksheet for more practice.
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