Dot Distribution Map

http://www.census.gov/geo/www/mapGallery/2kpopden.html

A dot distribution map displays a feature using a symbol. It is used to show a pattern with the information. It is commonly used with population density because it is a simple way to see changes with an area.

Propoganda Map

http://bibliodyssey.blogspot.com/2008/08/dogs-of-war.html

To me, propaganda maps are the most interesting of this catalog.  Propaganda maps relay a certain political message with the intention to persuade viewers of something.  The above map depicts the nations at war in 1914 as dogs barking at one another.

Hypsometric Map

http://www.landkarten.aridocean.com/

A hypsometric map shows elevations using contours and shading, batching, or tinting. The above photo is showing changes in terrain using shading.

PLSS Map

http://www.wigenweb.org/oneida/tmap.html

A public land survey system is used to identify titles and deeds for undeveloped lands. The above shows the land in five counties and even has indicators of location on the edges for easy location.

Cadastral Map

http://mappery.com/St-Louis-1870-Cadastral-Map

A cadastral map shows which individuals own certain parcels of land and the boundaries of that land. Cadastral maps vary in detail; the one above is hard to see clearly, but seems to have an extensive amount of detail.

Thematic Map

http://www.gigawiz.com/thematic.html

Thematic maps, as their name suggests, are used to display a certain theme within an area.  The theme of the above map is political party; whether a state has a republican or democratic governor specifically.

Topographic Map

http://www.mapsofindia.com/maps/schoolchildrens/topographic.htm

Topographic maps are characterized by showing vertical features of an area, such as elevation.  The above topographic map of India uses an altitude scale to indicate elevation, but contour lines are also a popular method to show elevation.