so that when people are reading the map, they know what part of the world they r looking at! and in case you are in school your teachers now if u were doing the right map!
So you know what map you are looking at
Typically, the title or legend of the map is placed on top. The title provides a brief description of the map's subject or purpose, while the legend explains the symbols and colors used on the map.
A title of a map map title
The TITLE and LEGEND tell what kind of map it is, the projection used, and the scale, and gives explanations of the markings and symbols used on the map.
The title of a map should describe what the map is About. But can Be Short, it will show you where it is.
Maps should have a title to provide context and help users quickly understand the purpose or subject of the map. A title can also guide the viewer on what information is being presented and why it is relevant, improving the overall clarity and effectiveness of the map.
A map title is important because you wouldn't know what the map is about without it.
The map title provides a quick overview of the content of the map. In a sentence, you can refer to the map title when describing the specific information or theme that the map represents.
A topographic map is a general purpose map.
The Title
What would be the BEST title for this map?
The legend. This will tell you what kind of map it is, what all the symbols stand for and the scale of the map. There will also be a North arrow showing direction of the map when used for location reference.