Shape Learning Quizzes: Test Your Knowledge of Shapes in Art

Question 1

What is the term that describes the space within a shape's boundary?

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Area

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Perimeter

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Volume

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Width

Question 2

Which artist is known for using geometric shapes in their paintings?

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Piet Mondrian

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Vincent van Gogh

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Pablo Picasso

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Leonardo da Vinci

Question 3

What is the formula to calculate the area of a circle?

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A = πr^2

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A = 4πr^2

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A = 2πr

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A = ½πr

Question 4

What is the best definition of a shape?

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The outline and form of an object

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The color or texture of an object

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The size or weight of an object

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The position or location of an object

Question 5

Which of these shapes is NOT considered a basic shape?

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Star

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Circle

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Square

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Triangle

Question 6

What is the shape of a standard traffic stop sign?

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Octagon

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Rectangle

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Triangle

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Circle

Question 7

Which type of symmetry has only one line of symmetry?

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Bilateral

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Radial

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Rotational

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Translational

Question 8

What is the formula for calculating the area of a triangle?

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1/2 x Base x Height

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Length x Width

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4/3 x π x Radius³

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π x Radius²

Question 9

Which famous artist is well-known for using geometric shapes in their paintings?

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Piet Mondrian

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Vincent van Gogh

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Pablo Picasso

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Jackson Pollock

Question 10

What is the main difference between a regular and an irregular shape?

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Regular shapes have equal sides and angles, while irregular shapes do not.

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Regular shapes are found in nature, while irregular shapes are not.

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Regular shapes are always symmetrical, while irregular shapes are not.

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There is no difference between regular and irregular shapes.

Question 11

Which of these is an example of a three-dimensional shape?

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Cube

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Square

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Circle

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Triangle

Question 12

Which shape has three straight sides and three corners?

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Triangle

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Square

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Circle

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Rectangle

Question 13

Which of the following is an example of a concave shape?

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Crescent moon

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Circle

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Triangle

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Square

Question 14

What is the name of the shape that has no sides or vertices?

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Point

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Line

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Ray

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Circle

Question 15

Which shape is formed by connecting three or more points that do not lie on the same line?

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Polygon

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Triangle

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Quadrilateral

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Ellipse

Question 16

What is the name of the line segment that connects the center of a circle to any point on the circle?

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Radius

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Diameter

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Chord

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Tangent

Question 17

Which artistic movement is known for its emphasis on geometric shapes and breaking down objects into multiple viewpoints?

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Cubism

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Impressionism

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Romanticism

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Surrealism

Question 18

A shape with four equal sides and four equal angles is called a:

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Square

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Rectangle

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Triangle

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Trapezoid

Question 19

Which of these is an example of a natural shape?

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Flower

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Rectangle

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Cube

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Sphere

Question 20

Organic shapes typically have:

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Smooth, flowing lines

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Sharp, geometric angles

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Regular, symmetrical patterns

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Uniform size and shape

Question 21

Which shape is made up of three straight sides?

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A triangle

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A square

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A circle

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A rectangle

Question 22

Which artist is famous for using geometric shapes in their paintings?

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Pablo Picasso

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Vincent van Gogh

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Jackson Pollock

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Leonardo da Vinci

Question 23

What is the name of the shape with four equal sides and four right angles?

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Square

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Triangle

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Rectangle

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Circle

Question 24

Which of these everyday objects is a three-dimensional shape?

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A ball

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A book

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A coin

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A pencil

Question 25

Which of the following shapes is known as a regular polygon?

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Square

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Triangle

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Circle

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Rectangle

Question 26

What is the most precise definition of shape?

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An enclosed area defined by a line

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A flat surface with length and width

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An object with three dimensions

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A combination of straight and curved lines

Question 27

Which shape has three sides and three angles?

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Triangle

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Square

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Rectangle

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Circle

Question 28

What is a 'regular polygon'?

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A shape with both equal sides and angles

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A shape with equal sides

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A shape with equal angles

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A shape with no equal sides or angles

Question 29

Rotating a rectangle around one of its sides creates which three-dimensional shape?

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Cylinder

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Cone

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Sphere

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Pyramid

Question 30

Which property describes a shape's similarity to a circle?

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Roundness

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Flatness

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Edginess

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Balance

Question 31

Which tool is used to draw precise circles?

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Compass

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Protractor

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Ruler

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Pencil

Question 32

In art, what is the definition of 'shape'?

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A flat figure with a definite outline.

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A solid figure that takes up space.

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A property of an object, like its size or color.

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Another word for 'form'.

Question 33

Which of the following is NOT considered a basic shape in art?

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Heart

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Triangle

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Circle

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Rectangle

Question 34

Which type of shape is formed when two lines meet at a point?

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Angle

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Curve

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Arc

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Polygon

Question 35

What is the term for a shape with three or more straight sides?

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Polygon

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Sphere

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Prism

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Quadrilateral

Question 36

Which property of a shape describes its size?

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Area

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Radius

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Volume

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Perimeter

Question 37

Which art technique involves combining pieces of paper or fabric to create a shape?

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Collage

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Drawing

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Sculpture

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Painting

Question 38

Which of the following is a three-dimensional shape?

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Sphere

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Rectangle

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Triangle

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Circle

Question 39

What is the shape of a square?

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All sides are equal, and all angles are 90 degrees

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All sides are unequal, and all angles are 90 degrees

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All sides are unequal, and all angles are 60 degrees

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All sides are equal, and all angles are 60 degrees

Question 40

What is a primary purpose of using shapes in artwork?

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To create visual interest and convey meaning

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To make art look realistic

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To entertain viewers

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To decorate objects

Question 41

In the context of art, what is meant by the term 'shape'?

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The outline or form of an object

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The size or weight of an object

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The color or texture of an object

Question 42

Which shape has four equal sides and four right angles?

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Square

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Circle

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Rectangle

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Triangle

Question 43

In a painting, the use of organic shapes can create a sense of:

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Naturalism and flow

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Rigidity and structure

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Balance and symmetry

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Contrast and emphasis

Question 44

Which of the following is NOT considered a basic geometric shape?

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Star

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Circle

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Triangle

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Square

Question 45

In sculpture, how does the manipulation of shape affect texture?

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It can create a variety of textures

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It does not influence the texture of the sculpture

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It can only create smooth and polished textures

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It only affects the appearance of the sculpture

Question 46

Which of the following artists is renowned for their innovative use of organic shapes in their paintings?

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Joan Miró

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Salvador Dalí

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Vincent van Gogh

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Pablo Picasso

Question 47

In architecture, the use of geometric shapes contributes to a sense of:

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Order and stability

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Warmth and comfort

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Playfulness and whimsy

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Chaos and unpredictability

Question 48

Which tool is most suitable for measuring the length of a curved shape?

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Flexible ruler

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Tape measure

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Compass

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Protractor

Question 49

In graphic design, how does the use of negative space around a shape affect its visual impact?

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It enhances the visual impact of the shape

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It has no significant effect on the shape

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It distracts from the shape

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It makes the shape appear smaller

Question 50

Identify the characteristic of a symmetrical shape:

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It can be divided into two identical halves

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It has a distinct top and bottom

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It is always a geometric shape

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Its sides are all equal in length