Properties of 2D shapes KS3 – Triangles and quadrilaterals

What's included?

Zip file containing one question sheet and one answer sheet Word docs

Key Stage

KS3

Age

Years 7-9

Subjects

This properties of 2D shapes KS3 worksheet asks students to link the shape to the properties. Students need to read each description carefully then draw a line to match up the correct shapes and properties.

The 2D shapes covered in this KS3 worksheet are:

Equilateral triangle; isosceles triangle; right-angled triangle; scalene triangle
Square; rectangle; rhombus; parallelogram
Trapezium; kite; arrowhead

Properties of 2D shapes KS3 examples

I have 3 sides. Two of my sides are equal. Two of my angles are equal.
I have 3 sides. Two of my sides are equal. Two of my angles are equal.
I have 4 sides. I have two pairs of equal sides. I have two pairs of equal angles. I have two pairs of parallel sides.

KS3 Maths Curriculum Area

Geometry and Measures

Use the standard conventions for labelling the sides and angles of triangle ABC, and know and use the criteria for congruence of triangles
Derive and illustrate properties of triangles, quadrilaterals, circles, and other plane figures [for example, equal lengths and angles] using appropriate language and technologies

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