Exploring Area Concepts in 2.G.2

What defines the shape of a surface?

• Color and texture

• Boundaries or borders

• Size and weight

• Material and durability

What is the area of a rectangle with 8 square centimeters?

• 8 square meters

• 8 cubic centimeters

• 8 square centimeters

• 8 meters

What is the purpose of counting squares to find area?

• To find the amount of surface inside a shape

• To calculate volume

• To measure perimeter

• To determine weight

How is area measured?

• In linear meters

• In square units

• In cubic meters

• In kilograms

How many square inches are there in a checkerboard with 64 squares?

• 64 square meters

• 64 square feet

• 64 square inches

• 64 cubic inches

What does one square inch represent?

• An area with 1-inch sides

• A length of 1 inch

• A weight of 1 pound

• A volume of 1 cubic inch

What is the area of a shape with 18 square centimeters?

• 18 square centimeters

• 18 cubic centimeters

• 18 square inches

• 18 square meters

How can tick marks help in finding the area of a shape?

• By showing the color

• By helping to draw unit squares

• By indicating the weight

• By marking the height

What is the area of a 2 foot by 3 foot rectangle?

• 5 square feet

• 3 square feet

• 6 square feet

• 6 cubic feet

Why is it important to use a ruler when drawing lines to find an area?

• To ensure lines are parallel

• To save time

• To make the drawing look nice

• To ensure accuracy in measurement