A choropleth map shows differences by using shading or colors. This is an example, it shows the difference between voting power amongst the U.S. The darker colors show the high levels of voting power. By using shading they can clearly express the range of power between the states.
A dot distribution map is used to show quantitative data as a dot. These dots represent certain phenomenon within the borders of a particular area. They also reflect the locations an event is most likely to occur. This map shows the level of military youth in Ohio.
A propaganda map is used in order to persuade people and certain populations to feel a particular way about an issue. They were used successfully during World War I & II. This map is using propaganda to perpetuate Germany's victory.
A hypsometric map is used in topographic surveying. It depicts the configuration of the earth's surface, known as "relief" This map shows the different elevations using shading.
PLSS stands for Public Land Survey System. It is a way of subdividing and describing land in the U.S.. These kinds of maps are used to divide public domain lands. This map shows an area in Santa Fe that is divided using PLSS mapping.
A cadastral map indicates legal boundaries and the ownership of property. It is a legal map for recording title to a property. This map depicts the different lots and properties or a certain area in the 1980's.
