Here's the complete solution to the worksheet “Using Intermediate Directions” based on the map of Acorn Park.
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Part 1: Write the names of the intermediate directions
Intermediate directions are halfway between the four cardinal directions (North, South, East, West).
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NW is
Northwest
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NE is
Northeast
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SW is
Southwest
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SE is
Southeast
✔ *These are standard directional terms used in maps and navigation.*
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Part 2: Use cardinal and intermediate directions to complete the sentences
We’ll use the compass rose shown in the top right corner of the map to determine directions. Remember:
- North is up
- East is right
- South is down
- West is left
Now let’s analyze each sentence using the map:
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1. The swimming pool is _______________ of the playground.
- Look at the map: the swimming pool is to the
left of the playground.
- Left =
West
✔ Answer: West
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2. The ice-cream stand is _______________ of the picnic area.
- Ice-cream stand is
above and slightly to the right of the picnic area.
- That’s between North and East →
Northeast
✔ Answer: Northeast
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3. The soccer field is _______________ of the swimming pool.
- Soccer field is
below and to the right of the swimming pool.
- That’s between South and East →
Southeast
✔ Answer: Southeast
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4. The playground is _______________ of the picnic area.
- Playground is
above and to the right of the picnic area.
- That’s
Northeast
✔ Answer: Northeast
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5. The woods are _______________ of the playground.
- Woods are
above and to the right of the playground →
Northeast
✔ Answer: Northeast
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6. Gate 2 is on the _______________ side of Acorn Park.
- Gate 2 is located on the
left edge of the map →
West
✔ Answer: West
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7. The swimming pool is _______________ of the picnic area.
- Swimming pool is
above and to the left of the picnic area → between North and West →
Northwest
✔ Answer: Northwest
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8. Gate 1 is in the _______________ part of Acorn Park.
- Gate 1 is at the
bottom right of the park → between South and East →
Southeast
✔ Answer: Southeast
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9. The woods are _______________ of gate 1.
- Woods are
above and to the right of Gate 1 →
Northeast
✔ Answer: Northeast
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✔ Final Answers Summary:
Part 1:
- NW is
Northwest
- NE is
Northeast
- SW is
Southwest
- SE is
Southeast
Part 2:
1.
West
2.
Northeast
3.
Southeast
4.
Northeast
5.
Northeast
6.
West
7.
Northwest
8.
Southeast
9.
Northeast
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This worksheet teaches students how to read a simple map using cardinal and intermediate directions — an essential geography skill! Let me know if you’d like a visual diagram or explanation for any specific item.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of cardinal directions worksheet.