world history toolbox – lesson 6. cartographers use mathematical calculations to make projections...
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World History Toolbox – Lesson 6
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Cartographers use mathematical calculations to make projections in order to turn a sphere (Earth) into a flat representation (a map)
All projections cause distortion to some features of the globe. Depending on the projection, distortions
are more prominent in certain areas.
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What is the message of this map?
What is the central focus?
How do the distortions change the message?
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What is the message of this map?
What is the central focus?
How do the distortions change the message?
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What is the center of this map?
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How about now?
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Option A: Create a new world map You may use color,
orientation, configuration, or anything else that will help send your message.
You may use a pre-printed map, or start from scratch.
Option B: Write a short (1 page) essay on the following questions: If you could create a
new world map, what would it look like? What story would you tell?
Include details!