2D and 3D shape: To identify, describe and classify shapes based on the properties (Part 2)

2D and 3D shape: To identify, describe and classify shapes based on the properties (Part 2)

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. In this lesson, we will continue to think about 2D and 3D shapes, and introduce the terms 'parallel lines' and 'lines of symmetry'.

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5 Questions

Q1.
True or false: The flag for the Bahamas is made up of rectangles and triangles.
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Correct answer: False
True
Q2.
True or false: The Flag of the United Kingdom is made up of circles and triangles:
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Correct answer: False
True
Q3.
True or false: The Greek flag is made up of rectangles and triangles.
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Correct answer: False
True
Q4.
True or false: The Swiss flag is made up of squares and rectangles.
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False
Correct answer: True
Q5.
True or false: The South African flag includes quadrilaterals and a triangle.
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False
Correct answer: True

5 Questions

Q1.
How many lines of symmetry does a rectangle have?
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1
Correct answer: 2
3
Q2.
How many lines of symmetry does an equilateral triangle have?
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1
2
Correct answer: 3
Q3.
How many lines of symmetry does a regular hexagon have?
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4
5
Correct answer: 6
Q4.
How many lines of symmetry does this shape have?
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Correct answer: 1
2
3
Q5.
How many lines of symmetry does this shape have?
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Correct answer: 1
2
3

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UnitMaths / 2-D and 3-D shape