Lines of Symmetry

Can a shape have more than one line of symmetry? Give an example.

• Yes, for example, a square has 4 lines of symmetry.

• No, shapes can only have one line of symmetry.

• Yes, for example, a circle has 2 lines of symmetry.

• Yes, for example, a triangle has 3 lines of symmetry.

How many lines of symmetry does a butterfly have?

• 0

• 1

• 2

• 3

Is this a line of symmetry? (Show an example)

• Yes, it is a line of symmetry.

• No

• It depends on the shape.

• Only in certain cases.

What is the line of symmetry for a horizontal shape?

• A vertical line of symmetry divides the shape into left and right mirror images.

• A diagonal line of symmetry divides the shape into two equal parts at an angle.

• A horizontal line of symmetry divides the shape into top and bottom mirror images.

• A circular line of symmetry divides the shape into inner and outer mirror images.

How many lines of symmetry does a triangle have? (Equilateral)

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

How many lines of symmetry does a triangle have? (Scalene)

• 1

• 2

• 0

• 3

What is the line of symmetry for a vertical shape?

• A horizontal line of symmetry divides the shape into top and bottom mirror images.

• A vertical line of symmetry divides the shape into left and right mirror images.

• A diagonal line of symmetry divides the shape into two equal parts at an angle.

• A circular line of symmetry divides the shape into equal parts around a center point.

How many lines of symmetry does a triangle have? (Isosceles)

• 0

• 1

• 2

• 3

How many lines of symmetry does a circle have?

• 2 lines of symmetry

• Infinite lines of symmetry

• 1 line of symmetry

• 3 lines of symmetry

How many lines of symmetry does a square have?

• 2

• 4

• 3

• 1