Cardinal Directions Worksheet - Free Printable

Problem Description:

The task involves identifying the cardinal direction (north, south, east, or west) indicated by the red arrow on each compass rose. The goal is to select the correct option for each compass.

Solution:

#### Step 1: Understand the Cardinal Directions
- North: Typically points upward on a compass.
- South: Opposite of north, typically pointing downward.
- East: To the right of north.
- West: To the left of north.

#### Step 2: Analyze Each Compass Rose

##### Compass Rose 1:
- The red arrow is pointing slightly downward and to the left.
- This direction corresponds to southwest.
- However, since we are only given options for north, south, east, and west, the closest match is south.
- Correct Answer: South

##### Compass Rose 2:
- The red arrow is pointing directly upward.
- This direction corresponds to north.
- Correct Answer: North

##### Compass Rose 3:
- The red arrow is pointing directly downward.
- This direction corresponds to south.
- Correct Answer: South

##### Compass Rose 4:
- The red arrow is pointing slightly upward and to the right.
- This direction corresponds to northeast.
- However, since we are only given options for north, south, east, and west, the closest match is east.
- Correct Answer: East

#### Step 3: Summarize the Answers
1. South
2. North
3. South
4. East

Final Answer:

\[
\boxed{\text{1) South, 2) North, 3) South, 4) East}}
\]