Lines of Symmetry

True or False: A line of symmetry divides a shape into two equal halves.

• Sometimes

• True

• False

• Only for regular shapes

Draw a line of symmetry in the shape below: * *** ***** ******* ***** *** *

• Vertical line passing through the center of the shape

• Diagonal line passing through the center of the shape

• Vertical line passing through the top of the shape

• Horizontal line passing through the center of the shape

How can you identify a line of symmetry in a shape?

• Look for a line that divides the shape into two unequal halves.

• Look for a line that divides the shape into two equal halves.

• Check if the shape has any curves or angles.

• Count the number of sides in the shape.

How many lines of symmetry does a regular hexagon have?

• 2

• 4

• 8

• 6

Which letter has no lines of symmetry?

• A

• H

• O

• X

How many lines of symmetry does the letter 'H' have?

• 3

• 2

• 4

• 1

Which of the following shapes has only one line of symmetry?

• Square

• Circle

• Isosceles Triangle

• Rectangle

Which of the following objects is likely to have a line of symmetry?

• A pencil

• A butterfly

• A car

• A tree

A line of symmetry divides a shape into two identical halves.

If a shape has no lines of symmetry, it is called:

• Symmetrical

• Asymmetrical

• Bilateral

• Regular