Exploring the Hierarchy of Polygons

What does the term 'attributes' refer to in the context of shapes?

• Names of the shapes

• Descriptions and properties of shapes

• Colors of the shapes

• Sizes of the shapes

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CCSS.2.G.A.1

Which of the following is NOT a common attribute of the shapes discussed?

• All shapes are closed

• All shapes have curved sides

• All shapes are flat

• All shapes have at least three sides

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What is a common feature of all shapes discussed on page 255?

• All are closed shapes

• All have colors

• All have one side

• All are three-dimensional

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What is a polygon?

• A three-dimensional object

• An open shape with multiple sides

• A closed shape with more than two sides

• A shape with any number of sides

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What does the term 'polygon' specifically exclude?

• Closed shapes

• Shapes with less than three sides

• Shapes with curved sides

• Flat shapes

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CCSS.2.G.A.1

What hierarchy level follows directly after 'polygon'?

• Circle

• Square

• Hexagon

• Triangle

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CCSS.2.G.A.1

Which classification is correct for a shape with six sides in the discussed hierarchy?

• Polygon with at least six sides

• Polygon with at least four sides

• Quadrilateral

• Triangle

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How can polygons be classified according to the lesson?

• By their ability to roll

• By their weight

• By the number of sides they have

• By color and texture

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For extra credit, students are asked to:

• Draw new shapes not found in the book

• Create their own hierarchy of polygons

• Cut out shapes from the book

• Memorize the names of all polygons

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CCSS.2.G.A.1

What is required at the top of the hierarchy created for extra credit?

• Triangle

• Polygon

• Square

• Circle

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