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Maps and Locations — Chapter Summary

CBSE · Class 5 · Mathematics

Summary of Maps and Locations for CBSE Class 5 Mathematics. Part of the CBSE Class 5 Mathematics syllabus. Maps show places and help in finding.

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Overview

Maps show places and help in finding directions. A direction can be found by facing the rising Sun, which helps to identify east, west, north, and south. Locations on a map can also be shown using routes, stations, and grid positions. In a zoo grid, the meeting point of a row and a column is written

Key Concepts

One way to find directions

One way to find directions is by facing the rising Sun. The Sun rises in the east, so east can be found first. Then the other directions can be named

The four main directions are east

The four main directions are east, west, north, and south. These directions help describe where one place is in relation to another place.

A street map shows roads

A street map shows roads, stops, and the path of travel. A route can be traced by following turns and directions carefully from one place to another.

Metro maps use coloured lines

Metro maps use coloured lines to show different routes. Qutb Minar station is on the Yellow Line, and Supreme Court station is on the Blue Line.

A grid has rows and columns

A grid has rows and columns. The position where the first row and first column meet is written as (1,1). The horizontal move is read first, and then t

Learning Objectives

  • Identify the four cardinal directions.
  • Use the rising Sun to find direction.
  • Read simple street maps and follow routes.
  • Understand metro lines and station names on a route.
  • Read grid positions using coordinates.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Maps and Locations for CBSE Class 5 Mathematics?
Key topics in Maps and Locations include Finding Directions, Reading Routes on a Street Map, Metro Map Reading, Ant Movement on a Grid. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 5 exams.
How should I revise Maps and Locations for Class 5 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 36 practice questions on Maps and Locations. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

Sources & Official References

Content is aligned to the official syllabus. Refer to the board website for the latest curriculum.

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