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What are the 5 basic elements of a map?

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1. Title - the heading of a map

2. Compass Rose - a part of a map that shows the cardinal directions/other directions

3. Key - a part of a map used to define symbols on the map

4. Grid - the set of lines that show coordinates on a map

5. Scale - the part of the map used to show how big it is in actual size

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