Line, Point and Rotational Symmetry

Front

What is a line of symmetry?

Back

A line of symmetry is a line that divides a shape into two identical parts that are mirror images of each other.

Front

How many lines of symmetry does a butterfly have?

Back

1

Front

How many lines of symmetry does a flower have?

Back

6

Front

What type of symmetry involves turning an image?

Back

Rotational Symmetry

Front

Which letter has rotational symmetry? A, S, T, W

Back

S

Front

How many shapes have MORE THAN ONE line of symmetry?

Back

6

Front

What is rotational symmetry?

Back

Rotational symmetry is when a shape can be rotated around a central point and still look the same at certain angles.

Front

Give an example of a shape with rotational symmetry.

Back

A square has rotational symmetry of order 4.

Front

What is reflection symmetry?

Back

Reflection symmetry is when one half of a shape is a mirror image of the other half.

Front

How many lines of symmetry does a rectangle have?

Back

2