A simple globe would suffice.
a map that is information
a politcal map
a political map
A Map of the southern regions
You would use a political map to find out what countries are located in Asia. A political map clearly outlines the boundaries of different countries.
you can find that kind of map on eBay
It would be a precipitation map.
You would look at the scale on the map.
you would use a thematic map
You would use a precipitation map.
You would find it in the map key or legend
physical map