Naming Polygons

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What is a polygon?

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A polygon is a closed figure formed by a finite number of straight line segments connected end to end.

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CCSS.2.G.A.1

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What are the characteristics of a quadrilateral?

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A quadrilateral is a polygon with four sides, four vertices, and the sum of its interior angles is 360 degrees.

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CCSS.2.G.A.1

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What is the name of a polygon with eight sides?

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An octagon.

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CCSS.2.G.A.1

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How many sides does a pentagon have?

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A pentagon has five sides.

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CCSS.2.G.A.1

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What is a heptagon?

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A heptagon is a polygon with seven sides.

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CCSS.2.G.A.1

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Can a shape with curved sides be a polygon?

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No, a polygon must have straight sides.

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CCSS.2.G.A.1

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What is the sum of the interior angles of a triangle?

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The sum of the interior angles of a triangle is 180 degrees.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What is the difference between regular and irregular polygons?

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Regular polygons have all sides and angles equal, while irregular polygons do not.

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CCSS.2.G.A.1

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What is a decagon?

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A decagon is a polygon with ten sides.

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CCSS.2.G.A.1

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How many sides does a dodecagon have?

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A dodecagon has twelve sides.

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CCSS.2.G.A.1