Take a screenshot on your computer or mobile device.

If you are unsure of how to do this, ask Google how to screen shot with your specific mobile device.

Upload a picture showing the route you will take to get to the National Archives from your home.

When traveling on the metro some things are very important, without them you could get lost, or not be able to make it back home. What are the most important things to have when riding on the Metro?

Step 1: Using the Google Maps app on your mobile device, input your home address under “Your Location.”

(Note: If you need help, you can re-watch the “Navigating Google Maps on your Mobile Device” video and then come back to this activity.)

Question: Did you set your home address?

Make sure you have selected the Public Transportation option.

Question: What icon shows that you are in Public Transportation mode?

If you need to switch buses or trains in order to reach the National Archives, that is considered a transfer.

Question: Based on the Google App trip you’ve entered in your phone, how many transfers will you need to make? Complete the sentence below, filling the blank in with a number (e.g. 0,1,2,3,4,5).

What buses and trains will you use?

Now that you’ve planned your trip, tell us what buses and trains you will use to get to the National Archives.

How long is it supposed to take?

How long will it take you to get from your house to the National Archives? And how long will it take to get back?

Important! Make sure you leave enough time to get there—and back—before the buses or Metro trains stop for the night.

Type in your answer below.