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- Two
- Three
- Eight
- Four
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Correct answer: D. Four
The main directions are north, east, south and west, which makes four.
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Which direction lies between north and east?
- Northeast
- Southwest
- Northwest
- Southeast
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Correct answer: A. Northeast
The point halfway between north and east is called northeast.
Sam faces east and turns around to face the back. Which way is he facing now?
- North
- East
- South
- West
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Correct answer: D. West
Turning around is a half turn, and the direction opposite to east is west.
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