Definitions of Similarity Quiz (5 Questions)

1. True or False: Similar shapes must have the same size.

2. If ΔXYZ ~ ΔPQR, what is true about corresponding angles?

3. What is the scale factor in similarity?

4. True or False: Corresponding sides of similar shapes are equal in length.

5. Give a real-life example of similar shapes.

Answer Key

1. False

2. They are equal

3. Ratio of corresponding side lengths

4. False (proportional, not necessarily equal)

5. Two triangles on a map, two similar windows, toy model vs real object, etc.