Understanding Symmetry

What does symmetry in shapes mean?

• Being able to color the shape

• Being able to fold the shape so both halves match

• Being able to rotate the shape

• Being able to cut the shape into pieces

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

How many lines of symmetry does a perfect triangle have?

• 2

• 1

• 4

• 3

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

What is required for a line to be considered a line of symmetry?

• The shape looks nicer

• Both halves must match exactly

• The shape becomes larger

• The shape changes color

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

Can a rectangle have more than one line of symmetry?

• No, rectangles are not symmetrical

• Yes, it can have three

• No, it can only have one

• Yes, it can have two

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

What shape is mentioned as having two lines of symmetry?

• Rectangle

• Triangle

• Square

• Circle

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

Which directions can the lines of symmetry in an oval go?

• Ovals do not have lines of symmetry

• Horizontal and vertical

• Vertical only

• Diagonal only

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

How many lines of symmetry does an oval have?

• 4

• 3

• 2

• 1

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

Is every shape symmetrical?

• Yes, all shapes are

• No, not all shapes are

• Only circles are

• Only squares are

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

What term is used for shapes that do not have symmetry?

• Circular

• Rectangular

• Symmetrical

• Asymmetrical

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CCSS.4.G.A.3

What does it mean if a shape is asymmetrical?

• It can be folded into equal halves

• It does not have any line of symmetry

• It is always a circle

• It has many lines of symmetry

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CCSS.4.G.A.3