Map Reader

Map Reader

Choose any 4 of the following activities:

1. Understand the principal signs and symbols used on a 1:50 000 scale Ordnance Survey or Topographical map of Singapore. Explain how at least 4 well-known local features of your choice are represented on the map.
2. Demonstrate how to use a compass and set a map.
3. Explain how to use the topographic map and the Map Grid Reference (MGR). State the MGR of your home and Scout Headquarters.
4. Make a scale model of an 80 metres hill showing the contour layers at regular intervals.
5. Describe what you would see along a 5 kilometres stretch of road set by the examiner on any 1:50000 Ordnance Survey or Topographic map.
6. Know how to use a local street directory by finding at least 3 places of interests.