What is a parallelogram? | Quadrilaterals for Kids

The video tutorial introduces quadrilaterals, focusing on parallelograms. It defines a quadrilateral as a polygon with four sides, angles, and vertices. A parallelogram is a specific type of quadrilateral with two sets of parallel sides, equal opposite sides, and equal opposite angles. The video provides examples of parallelograms, including rhombuses, squares, and rectangles, and highlights their common properties. It concludes with a game to identify parallelograms, distinguishing them from other shapes like trapezoids.

What is a defining characteristic of a parallelogram?

• It has all sides of different lengths.

• It has three sides.

• It has only one set of parallel sides.

• It has two sets of parallel sides.

Which of the following is NOT a type of parallelogram?

• Rectangle

• Trapezoid

• Rhombus

• Square

Why is a square considered a parallelogram?

• Because it has one set of parallel sides.

• Because it has unequal angles.

• Because it has two sets of parallel sides.

• Because it has four sides.

In the game 'Parallelogram or Not', which shape was identified as not being a parallelogram?

• Rhombus

• Trapezoid

• Rectangle

• Square

Which shape is confirmed as a parallelogram during the identification game?

• Circle

• Triangle

• Square

• Pentagon