Introduction to Maps and Types of Maps

This AP Human Geography study guide covers map skills essential for the exam. It reviews the evolution of early and contemporary maps, focusing on the differences in their creation and purpose. The guide explains map scale (large vs. small) and types of scales (ratio, written, graphic). It also details map projections (Mercator, Peters, Robinson) and their distortions (shape, distance, relative size, direction). Finally, it covers the geographic grid (latitude and longitude) and provides practice questions on these topics.