1. World History Toolbox – Lesson 6

2.  Cartographers use mathematical calculations to make projections in order to turn a sphere (Earth) into a flat representation (a map)  All projections cause distortion to some features of the globe.  Depending on the projection, distortions are more prominent in certain areas.

3.  What is the message of this map? What is the central focus? How do the distortions change the message?

4.  What is the message of this map? What is the central focus? How do the distortions change the message?

5.  What is the center of this map?

6.  How about now?

10.  Option A: Create a new world map  You may use color, orientation, configuration, or anything else that will help send your message.  You may use a pre- printed map, or start from scratch.  Option B: Write a short (1 page) essay on the following questions:  If you could create a new world map, what would it look like? What story would you tell?  Include details!