Looking at the map, we can identify the continents based on their shapes and locations:
1. The large landmass in the upper left is North America.
2. Below it, connected by a narrow strip (Central America), is South America.
3. Across the Atlantic Ocean to the east of North America is Europe.
4. Directly south of Europe is Africa.
5. To the east of Europe and north of Africa is Asia — the largest continent.
6. Southeast of Asia, separated by oceans, is Australia (also called Oceania).
7. At the very bottom of the map is Antarctica, surrounded by the Southern Ocean.
So, matching numbers to continents:
- 1 = North America
- 2 = South America
- 3 = Europe
- 4 = Africa
- 5 = Asia
- 6 = Australia
- 7 = Antarctica
This matches standard world geography.
Final Answer:
1. North America
2. South America
3. Europe
4. Africa
5. Asia
6. Australia
7. Antarctica
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of color the continents worksheet.
