1. Knowing positions shows us the features of an area and how it relates to its environment and its people For example. people living near the coast catches fish for a living. 2. Knowing distancos helps us determine how near or how far (proximity) places are from each other. 3. Knowing directions helps us help not to get lost when we travel is also easier to go from one place to another if we know the directions. 4. Knowing physical characteristics makes us aware ot our surroundings, such as what landforms, water sources, plants, animals and weather do we have, Knowing the following can help explain the culture and the way ot life of a society. For example, The plains have a lot of water supply, so people mainly work in agriculture. The coastal areas have ports, tourist attractions and fishing.