6th Grade · Geometry

Quadrilateral

6.G.A.3

Definition

A polygon with four sides and four vertices.

Teach it

Where it is taught, with guided notes, practice, homework, an exit ticket and an interactive Teacher Deck.

Examples

  • Squares, rectangles, and trapezoids are all quadrilaterals.
  • 'Quad' means four — four sides.

Key rule

Any closed figure with exactly four straight sides is a quadrilateral.

Memory hook

Four sides, closed shape.