Exploring Halves, Thirds, and Fourths

What is required for a shape to be divided into fractions?

• The shape must be a circle.

• The parts must be of different sizes.

• The parts must be equal.

• Any number of parts is acceptable.

What do we call a shape divided into two equal parts?

• Thirds

• Whole

• Quarters

• Halves

Which example did the teacher use to explain halves?

• A Lego tower

• A red tower

• A circle

• A green tower

What is the correct term for a shape divided into two equal parts?

• Thirds

• Halves

• Fourths

• Whole

How many parts does a shape divided into thirds have?

• 4

• 3

• 2

• 1

What fraction is used to describe one part of a shape divided into thirds?

• Whole

• 1/4

• 1/3

• 1/2

What fraction represents one part of a shape divided into four equal parts?

• Whole

• 1/4

• 1/3

• 1/2

How many equal parts are in a shape divided into fourths?

• 4

• 3

• 2

• 1

What term is used for a shape not divided into any parts?

• Half

• Third

• Fourth

• Whole

Which of the following is not a term used to describe fractions?

• Fourths

• Thirds

• Eighths

• Halves