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UNIT TEST 6

Grade 6: Shapes, symmetry, area, volume and surface area

Remember: You are allowed to use a calculator for this test. Showing all your work is
essential, even when using a calculator. This allows us to assess your understanding of the
concepts and your ability to solve problems efficiently.

For each question:

1. Read the question carefully and clearly identify what is being asked.
2. Show your thought process step-by-step. Write down the calculations you are
performing and explain what each step means in relation to the problem.
3. Write your final answer clearly and label it appropriately.

Please note:

• Points will be awarded for both correct answers and demonstrating your
understanding through complete solutions.
• If you are unsure about how to approach a problem, don't hesitate to show alternative
methods or explain your reasoning even if you don't arrive at the final answer.
• Make sure your work is legible and well-organized for easier grading.

Score:

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 Question 1

Draw the lines of symmetry on each of these shapes.

a b c [3]

Question 2

a Sketch a square.

[1]

b Complete the properties to characterise a regular pentagon.

A regular pentagon has:

• _____ sides the same length

• _____ lines of symmetry

• _____ angles the same size [2]

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 Question 3

Triangle ABC is congruent to triangle DEF.

a Write the length of the side:

i BC ________

ii DE ________

iii DF ________ [3]

b Write the size of ÐACB. ________ [1]

c Work out the size of ÐBAC. ________ [1]

Question 4
Identify and describe the properties that characterise these 3D shapes.
Write your answers in the table.
a b c

a b c

Name of shape

Number of faces

Number of edges

Number of vertices
[3]

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 Question 5
Draw the top view, front view and side view of this cylinder.

top view front view side view [3]

Question 6

Work out the areas of these shapes.

[2]

[2]

Question 7

Work out the volumes of these shapes.

[2]

[3]

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 Question 8

A cuboid has a length of 8 cm, a width of 2.5 cm, and a volume of 100 cm3.
Work out the height of the cuboid.

[2]

Question 9

Work out the surface area of this cube.

[3]

Question 10

Work out the surface area of this cuboid.

[4]

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