high school geometry days 054067
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High School Geometry from Chicago Public Schools Days 54-67TRANSCRIPT
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STRUCTURED CURRICULUM LESSON PLAN
Day: 054 Subject: Geometry Grade Level: High School
Correlations (SG,CAS,CFS): 9A3
TAP:Identify, describe, compare, and classify
figures
ISAT:Understand and apply geometric concepts and
relationships
Unit Focus/Foci
Identifying Congruent Triangles
Instructional Focus/Foci
Classifying Triangles
Materials
Copies of Classifying Triangles Activity 1
Educational Strategies/Instructional Procedures
Have students sit in groups of four. Students should work with a partner in their group. Have astudent read the guidelines aloud. Answer any questions before they begin. Try to not answerany questions during the activity. Give the students as much time as you feel they need tocomplete the activity. Students should compare definitions with the members of their group andthen with the class. Bring the class together and agree on a final definition for each term.
Integration with Core Subject(s)
LA: Understand explicit, factual informationUnderstand the meaning of words in context
SC: Apply scientific method to solve problemsSS: Distinguish fact from opinion and relevant from irrelevant information
Connection(s)
Enrichment:
Fine Arts:
Home: Have parents sign assignment sheet.
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Remediation:
Technology:
Assessment
Teacher observation
Homework
Assign from your text appropriate problems on classifying triangles.
Teacher Notes
Prepare copies of Classifying Triangles 2.
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GUIDELINES FOR CLASSIFYING TRIANGLES ACTIVITY
1. Students should sit in groups of four.
2. Students should work with a partner within their group.
3. Each student should write a definition based on the given information.
4. Students will then, as a group, determine the best possible definition for the term.
5. Students should choose a recorder (who will write the group’s definition of each term).
6. Each group should be prepared to present their definitions.
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CLASSIFYING TRIANGLES ACTIVITY
Write the best definition possible based on the information given.
1. Right triangle Not a right triangle
58°
88° 34° 50°
93° 37°
2. Acute triangle
35°
73° 72° 46°
45° 89°
Not an acute triangle
135° 46° 28 °
34° 17°
3. Obtuse triangle
28° 115°
122° 33° 32°
30°
Not an obtuse triangle
40° 35°
75° 70° 50°
26°
64°
47°
43°
55°
35°
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4. Scalene triangle
8
4
6 107
5
Not a scalene triangle
5 5
5
10 10
12
5. Isosceles triangle 15
15 10 10 19
7 7 7 14
Not an isosceles triangle
14.5 14 8 15
14 .6 12
6. Equilateral triangle
1 1
1
3 3 13 13 3
13
Not an equilateral triangle
7 12
6
7 7
6
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STRUCTURED CURRICULUM LESSON PLAN
Day: 055 Subject: Geometry Grade Level: High School
Correlations (SG,CAS,CFS): 9A3
TAP:Identify, describe, compare, and classify figures
ISAT:Understand and apply geometric concepts and
relationships
Unit Focus/Foci
Identifying Congruent Triangles
Instructional Focus/Foci
Classifying Triangles
Materials
Copies of Classifying Triangles 2
Educational Strategies/Instructional Procedures
Remind students that every triangle can be classified according to its angles or its sides. Havestudents note that a given triangle can fall into more than one category.
Triangle
Acute Right Obtuse
Scalene Isosceles Scalene Isosceles Scalene Isosceles
Equilateral
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The parts of triangles have special names.
Isosceles RightVertex
Adjacent sides of a triangle – two sides that share a common vertex.Base of an isosceles triangle – side opposite the vertex angleBase angles of an isosceles triangle – angles opposite the legs with the base as one sideHypotenuse – the side opposite the right anglesLegs of the isosceles triangle – the congruent sidesLegs of a right triangle – the sides adjacent to the right angle.
Have the students complete Classifying Triangles 2.
Integration with Core Subject(s)
LA: Understand explicit, factual informationUnderstand the meaning of words in context
SC: Apply scientific method to solve problemsSS: Distinguish fact from opinion and relevant from irrelevant information
Leg Leg
Base
Base Angles
Leg
Leg
Hypotenu
Side adjacent to ∠ ASide opposite to ∠ A
Side adjacent to ∠ AC
A
B
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Connection(s)
Enrichment: Form 4 congruent triangles using 6 toothpicks. You cannot bend, break, oroverlay the toothpicks.
(Solution: Form a tetrahedron.)
Fine Arts:
Home: Have parents sign assignment sheet.
Remediation: Teachers’ Half Dozen
Technology:
Assessment
Teacher observation
Homework
Assign from your text appropriate problems on classifying triangles
Teacher Notes
Solutions to Classifying Triangles 2:
1. ∆ABC 2. ∠ ADC
3. ∠ CAB 4. AC
5. AC and AB 6. AB and BC
7. AC and CD 8. Possible combinations of: ∠ ACD, ∠ CAD,∠ ACB, ∠ ABC, or ∠ CAB
9. ∠ ACB and ∠ ABC 10. CB
11. Scalene 12. Isosceles
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GUIDELINES FOR CLASSIFYING TRIANGLES ACTIVITY
1. Students should sit in groups of four.
2. Students should work with a partner within their group.
3. Each student should write a definition based on the given information.
4. Students will then, as a group, determine the best possible definition for the term.
5. Students should choose a recorder (who will write the group’s definition of each term).
6. Each group should be prepared to present their definitions.
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Classifying Triangles 2
A
B
D C
1. Name the isosceles triangle
2. Name the right angle
3. Name the vertex angle
4. Name the hypotenuse
5. Name the legs of the isosceles triangle
6. Name the sides adjacent to ∠ ABC
7. Name the sides adjacent to ∠∠∠∠ ACD
8. Name two acute angles
9. Name a pair of congruent angles
10. Name the base of the isosceles triangle
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Graph the vertices of each triangle and determine if the triangle is scalene, isosceles, orequilateral.
11. 12.
A (0,3) R (0,4)B (3,3) S (4,0)C (-3,0) T (8,4)
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STRUCTURED CURRICULUM LESSON PLAN
Day: 056 Subject: Geometry Grade Level: High School
Correlations (SG,CAS,CFS): 7A6; 9A5; 9A3
TAP:Understand geometric properties and
relationships; apply geometric concepts andformulas
Demonstrate understanding of measurementconcepts and apply measurement skills
Identify, compare, describe and classify figures
ISAT:Understand and apply geometric concepts and
relationshipsDemonstrate an understanding of measurement
concepts and skills
Unit Focus/Foci
Identifying Congruent Triangles
Instructional Focus/Foci
Applying the Angle Sum Theorem and the Exterior Angle Theorem
Materials
Copies of Exploring Angles in TrianglesChart paperMarkers
Educational Strategies/Instructional Procedures
Review last night’s homework and answer students’ questions.
Explain the difference between a theorem and a corollary. A theorem is a statement that mustbe proved to be true. A corollary is a theorem that follows from a previously proven theorem.
Have the students work in groups of four. Students should work with a partner in their group tocomplete the Exploring Angles in Triangles activity.
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EXPLORING ANGLES IN TRIANGLES
1. One group member will draw 2 large acute triangles and number the angles2. One group member will draw 2 large obtuse triangles and number triangles consecutively3. Measure angles of each triangle.4. Find the sum of the measures of the three angles in each triangle. Discuss the results as a
group.5. Each pair should cut out one triangle and tear off the angles.6. Arrange the angles so that their vertices meet at a point.
As a group make a conjecture about sum of the angles of a triangle.
7. Each pair should extend the side of their remaining triangle and label the angle formed 4.
8. Tear off angles 1 and 2 and place them on top of 4.
Discuss the results as a group and make a conjecture.
Randomly select two groups to share their observations with the class.
Discuss the Angle Sum Theorem (the sum of the measures of the angles of a triangle is 1800) andthe Exterior Angle Theorem (the measure of an exterior angle of a triangle is equal to the sum ofthe remote interior angles).
Relate to students that the Exploring Angles in Triangles activity was an informal proof of thesetheorems.
1
2
3
12
3
1
2
3 4
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Using chart paper and markers each group will complete an formal or informal proof of the ThirdAngle Theorem: If two angles of one triangle are congruent to two angles of a second triangle,then the third angles are congruent.
Integration with Core Subject(s)
LA: Understand explicit, factual information Understand the meaning of words in contextSC: Apply scientific method to solve problemsSS: Distinguish fact from opinion and relevant from irrelevant information
Connection(s)
Enrichment: Have the students construct a triangle whose angles measure 70°, 70°, and 40°,with sides 4 cm, 4 cm, 2.5 cm.
Fine Arts:.
Home: Have parents sign homework.
Remediation:
Technology: Have the students use a computer drawing program to explore the angles in atriangle.
Assessment
Evaluate the in-class assignment using the Structured Curriculum Scoring Rubric.
Homework
Assign from your text appropriate problems on exterior angles and angle sums.
Teacher Notes
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STRUCTURED CURRICULUM LESSON PLAN
Day: 057 Subject: Geometry Grade Level: High School
Correlations (SG,CAS,CFS): 7A6; 9A3, 5
TAP:Identify, compare, describe, and classify
figures
ISAT:Understand and apply geometric concepts and
relationships
Unit Focus/Foci
Identifying Congruent Triangles
Instructional Focus/Foci
Naming and Labeling Corresponding Parts of Congruent Triangles
Materials
Educational Strategies/Instructional Procedures
Have the students discuss in pairs the two corollaries and complete an informal proof.
A) the acute angles of a right triangle are complementaryB) there can be at most one right or obtuse angle in a triangle
Randomly select three pairs to present their findings to the class.
Define congruent segments: two segments that have the same length.
Define congruent angles: two angles that have the same measure. Introduce the symbol used forcongruency ( ≅ ).
Discuss the concept of corresponding parts of triangles:
Y T
W H N O
∆ ∆WHY NOT≅
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Corresponds to:
WH NO W N
OT HY H O
WY NT Y T
→ ∠ → ∠
→ ∠ → ∠
→ ∠ → ∠
Discuss the definition of congruent triangles (triangles that have their corresponding partscongruent):
Place the following examples on the chalkboard or overhead and have the students completethem in their groups.
Example 1: Y N
W X O M
If WYX ≅ DEF, name the corresponding congruent parts of the triangle. B
Example 2: A C
D
Solutions:∠ Y ! ∠ N WY ! NM∠ X ! ∠ O YX ! NO∠ W ! ∠ M WX ! MO
Name the corresponding congruent parts of the triangles.
Solutions:
∠ ABD ! ∠ CBD AB ! BC∠ BAD ! ∠ BCD AD ! CD∠ BDA ! ∠ BDC BD ! BD
Discuss the solutions with the students and remind them of the reflexive property.
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Integration with Core Subject(s)
LA: Understand explicit, factual informationUnderstand the meaning of words in context
SC: Apply scientific method to solve problemsSS: Distinguish fact from opinion and relevant from irrelevant information
Connection(s)
Enrichment: In isosceles ∆ ABC, AB ≅ BC. If AB=5 × +10, BC=4 × +40, and AC= 3 × +30.Find the perimeter of ∆ ABC.
Solution: 275 units
Fine Arts: Have the students make a mobile using all triangles with their properties displayedon each.
Home: Have parents sign homework.
Remediation: Teachers’Half Dozen
Technology: Have the students use a computer drawing program to practice identifyingcorresponding parts of congruent figures.
Assessment
Teacher observation
Homework
Assign appropriate problems from your text.
Teacher Notes
Remind students that a quiz will be given tomorrow. Prepare copies of Exploring TrianglesQuiz.
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STRUCTURED CURRICULUM LESSON PLAN
Day: 058-059 Subject: Geometry Grade Level: High School
Correlations (SG,CAS,CFS): 9A3
TAP:Identify, compare, describe, and classify
figures
ISAT:Understand and apply geometric concepts and
relationships
Unit Focus/Foci
Identifying Congruent Triangles
Instructional Focus/Foci
Constructing Congruent Triangles
Materials
Copies of Exploring Triangles QuizCopies of Constructing Congruent Triangles Activities 1 and 2StraightedgesProtractorsCompassesScissors
Educational Strategies/Instructional Procedures
Review last night’s homework.
Administer the Exploring Triangles Quiz.
Have students complete the following:
Name the corresponding sides and angles.
1. 2.
W Y
X
K P
OM
Z
N
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Solution:
∠ ≅ ∠X XYZWZ WX ≅ YZ ∠ ≅ ∠MNK ONP MN ≅ NP∠ ≅ ∠X W XZYZ WZ ≅ YZ ∠ ≅ ∠KMN OPN KN ≅ NO∠ ≅ ∠ZXW ZXY XZ ≅ XZ ∠ ≅ ∠NKM PON MK ≅ OP
Have the students work along as you demonstrate how to duplicate a triangle according to thefollowing:
a. the included angle is formed by two sides of a triangleb. the included side forms a side of two given angles
Have the students complete constructing Congruent Triangles Activities 1 and 2. Discuss theresults with the class using a compass and straightedge.
Integration with Core Subject(s)
LA: Understand explicit, factual informationSC: Apply scientific method to solve problems
Connection(s)
Enrichment: Have the students construct an isosceles triangle with a 6 cm base and 500 vertexangle.
Fine Arts:
Home: Have parents sign homework.
Remediation: Teachers’ Half-Dozen
Technology:
Assessment
Evaluate the Exploring Triangles Quiz using the Structured Curriculum Scoring Rubric.
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Homework
Assign from your text appropriate problems.
Teacher Notes
This activity may take longer than one class period. If so, continue the next day.
Solutions to Exploring Triangles Quiz:
1. See student work
2. x = 100°, y = 80°
3. x = 60°
4. x = 242
3°
5. x = 48°
6. a. See student workb. Right triangle
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CONSTRUCTING CONGRUENT TRIANGLES
ACTIVITY 1
1. Use a straightedge to draw any line l and choose a point on the line; call it D.
2. Use a compass to construct DE on l such that DE ≅ AB .
3. Use a compass to construct an angle congruent to ∠ A using GE as a side of the angle andpoint D as a vertex.
4. Use a compass to construct G on the new side of the angle such that GF AC≅ .
5. Compare the triangle to ∆ABC.
ACTIVITY 2
1. Use a straightedge to draw a line n.2. On line n choose a point G.
3. Use a compass to draw GH such that GH ≅ AB .
4. Use a compass to construct an angle congruent to ∠ A using GH as a side of the angle andpoint G as the vertex.
5. Use a compass to construct an angle congruent to ∠ B using HG as a side of the angle andpoint H as the vertex.
6. Label the point where the new sides meet I.7. How does ∆GHI compare to ∆ABC? (Use a ruler to measure the sides and a protractor to
measure the angles.)
A
C
B
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Exploring Triangles Quiz
1. Draw a diagram of the two congruent triangles and identify the corresponding sides andangles. ∆ MCH ≅ ∆ RJD
Find the missing angle measure:
2. 3.
Find the value of X.
4. 5.
6. a. Construct ∆ ABC with AB = 2 cm, ∠ C = 600, and BC = 1 cm.b. Classify ∆ ABC according to its sides and angles.
(3x-5)0
(x+20)0 (2x+17)0
x0 620
480
450
350 x0y0
400
x01000
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STRUCTURED CURRICULUM LESSON PLAN
Day: 060-061 Subject: Geometry Grade Level: High School
Correlations (SG,CAS,CFS): 6C1, 2; 7A6; 9A3, B2
TAP:Understand geometric properties and
relationships; apply geometric concepts andformulas
Analyze and interpret data presented in charts,graphs, tables, and other displays
Demonstrate understanding of measurementconcepts and apply measurement skills
ISAT:Understand and apply geometric concepts and
relationshipsUse mathematical skills to estimate,
approximate, and predict outcomes and tojudge reasonableness of results
Demonstrate an understanding of measurementconcepts and skills
Unit Focus/Foci
Identifying Congruent Triangles
Instructional Focus/Foci
Using S.S.S., S.A.S., and A.S.A. Postulates to Test for Congruency of Triangles
Materials
Copies of Exploring CongruenceStraws/Pipe cleanersScissorsProtractorsRulers
Educational Strategies/Instructional Procedures
Students will work in groups of 2 or 4. Complete Exploring Congruence to explore the trianglecongruence postulates SSS, SAS, and ASA. (15 min.)
Discuss the results with the class.
Integration with Core Subject(s)
LA: Understand explicit, factual informationUnderstand the meaning of words in context
SC: Apply scientific method to solve problemsSS: Distinguish fact from opinion and relevant from irrelevant information
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Connection(s)
Enrichment: Have the students create a set of flash cards with the triangle congruencepostulates on one side and a diagram on the other.
Fine Arts: See Enrichment.
Home: Have parents sign homework.
Remediation:
Technology: Have students use the pieces of information to draw and explore triangles using acomputer drawing program.
Assessment
Evaluate the in-class assignment.
Homework
Assign from your text applications of the congruence postulates.
Teacher Notes
Review the distance formula with the students.
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Exploring Congruence
1. Construct and label the following triangles:
a. ABC: AB = 7 m∠ B = 45° BC = 7b. DEF: DE = 8 m∠ E = 52° EF = 4c. GHJ: GH = 12 m∠ H = 60° HJ = 14
2. Compare your constructions with triangles created by other classmates. What do you noticewhen you compare constructions?
3. Are the constructions with the same names congruent?
4. What would be the reasoning behind their being congruent?
5. Can you draw two non-congruent triangles that have the same set of measures?
6. If this is possible, what type of result would this provide?
7. Complete the following statement based upon your observations:
“If the ___________________ of one triangle are congruent to the _____________________ ofa second triangle, the triangles are congruent.”
Repeat /complete this same exercise using new constructions:
∆ MNO m ∠ M = 30°, MN = 10, m ∠ N = 60°∆ PQR: m ∠ P = 45°, PQ = 6, m ∠ Q = 45°∆ STV: m ∠ S = 35°, ST = 8, m ∠ T = 50°
Repeat this same exercise using new constructions:
∆ JKL: J K = 5 in., K L = 4 in., J L = 3 in.∆ UVW: UV = 3 in., VW = 6 in., UV = 7 in.∆ XYZ: XY = 2 in., Y Z = 2 in., XZ = 2 in.
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STRUCTURED CURRICULUM LESSON PLAN
Day: 062 Subject: Geometry Grade Level: High School
Correlations (SG,CAS,CFS): 6C1, 2; 7A6; 9A2, 3
TAP:Identify, compare, describe, and classify
figures
ISAT:Understand and apply geometric concepts and
relationships
Unit Focus/Foci
Identifying Congruent Triangles
Instructional Focus/Foci
Using the Angle Angle Side Theorem to Test Congruent Triangles
Materials
Angle Angle Side (A.A.S.) ActivityPlain paperStraight edges
Educational Strategies/Instructional Procedures
Review last night’s homework and answer questions.
Review the guidelines with the students for the activity: Proving AAS.This activity may take more than 25 minutes. Allow students as much time as they may need. Atthe end of the activity, allow one or two groups to present their results to the class.
Have the students answer the following questions and discuss them:
1. How well did your group work together?2. Did any one person dominate?3. Did each member of your group participate?4. Did you encourage everyone to work together?
Integration with Core Subject(s)
LA: Understand explicit, factual informationSC: Apply scientific method to solve problemsSS: Distinguish fact from opinion and relevant from irrelevant information
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Connection(s)
Enrichment: The measures of the angles ∆ RST.
∠ ∠ ∠R = 4x - 6, S = 2x = 12, and T = 5
4x. Show that ∆ RST is a right triangle.
Fine Arts: Have students create an abstract design using triangles and shading.
Home: Have parents sign homework.
Remediation: Teachers’ Half Dozen
Technology:
Assessment
Teacher observation
Homework
Assign appropriate problems from your text.
Teacher Notes
Tell the students a test will be given in the next two or three days.
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ANGLE - ANGLE - SIDE(A.A.S.) ACTIVITY
Materials: Plain paper Straightedge
" Draw a triangle given two angles and a nonincluded side.
" Draw a triangle on a piece of paper. Label the vertices X, Y, and Z
" Construct XY, Y and Z∠ ∠ on another piece of paper.
" Cut out the side and two angles.
" Place them together to form a triangle in which the side is not theincluded side of the angles.
" Trace the triangle onto another piece of paper.
" Place this triangle on top of ∆ XYZ. How do the triangles compare?
" Try again with another set of angles and a nonincluded side.
" Write a conjecture about the two angles and the nonincluded side of onetriangle compared to the two angles and the nonincluded side of theother congruent triangle.
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STRUCTURED CURRICULUM LESSON PLAN
Day: 063 Subject: Geometry Grade Level: High School
Correlations (SG,CAS,CFS): 6C1, 2; 7A6, 9A3; 9B2
TAP:Identify, compare, describe, and classify
figures
ISAT:Understand and apply geometric concepts and
relationships
Unit Focus/Foci
Identifying Congruent Triangles
Instructional Focus/Foci
Using Properties of Isosceles Triangles
Materials
Copies of Congruent Triangle QuizActivity: Analyzing Isosceles Triangles ActivityPaperRulersScissorsProtractors
Educational Strategies/Instructional Procedures
Administer the Congruent Triangle Quiz.
Review last night’s homework; answer any questions.
Review the guidelines for the activity with the students. (Let a student read the guidelinesaloud.) Students should be in groups of four for today’s activity: Analyzing Isosceles Triangles.Students should discuss and compare results of the activity with the members of their group.Bring the class together and discuss the results as a group.
Integration with Core Subject(s)
LA: Understand explicit, factual informationSC: Apply scientific method to solve problemsSS: Distinguish fact from opinion and relevant from irrelevant information
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Connection(s)
Enrichment: ∆ABC ≅ ∆EFG
If ∠ A = x+10, ∠ E = y+20, ∠ B = 2x, ∠ F = x+3y:Find m ∠ A and m ∠ E
Solution:
x = 15 y = 5m ∠ A = 250 m ∠ B = 300
Fine Arts:
Home: Have parents sign homework sheet.
Remediation: Explain and allow the students to ask/answer questions.
Technology:
Assessment
Evaluate the Congruent Triangle Quiz using the Structured Curriculum Scoring Rubric.(Appendix F)
Homework
Assign appropriate problems from your text.
Teacher Notes
Place cutup proofs in envelopes for day 064-065.Remind students to study for the upcoming assessment.
Solutions to Congruent Triangle Quiz:
1. Corresponding sides Corresponding AnglesAB EF
BC FG
CD HG
AD EH
≅≅≅≅
∠ ≅ ∠∠ ≅ ∠∠ ≅ ∠∠ ≅ ∠
B F
C G
A E
D H2. S.A.S. 3. A.S.A. 4. Not congruent 5. A.S.A.6. a. AB ≅ DE b. ∠ C ≅ ∠ F c. ∠ B ≅ ∠ E
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CONGRUENT TRIANGLE QUIZ
1. Polygon ABCD ≅ Polygon EFGH; list the corresponding parts.
Write a congruent statement for the triangles shown. If it is not possible, write “not congruent.”2.
3.
4.
B
A
C
D
F
E
G
H
BA
C
F
E
D
R
S U
T
V
NM
O P
RQ
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5.
6. List the corresponding parts that need to be congruent to prove ∆ABC ≅ ∆DEF by:
a. S.A.S.b. A.S.A.c. A.A.S.
CA
B
F
E
D
R S
UT
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ANALYZING ISOSCELES TRIANGLES ACTIVITY
• Draw an isosceles triangle on a sheet of paper. Then cut the triangle and fold itso that the two legs match up. What can you say about the base angles of thetriangle? Write a conjecture in if-then form.
• Draw a triangle with two angles of the triangle congruent. Cut out the triangleand fold it so that the two angles match up. What can you say about the twolegs of the triangle? Write a conjecture in if-then form.
• Look at the folds in the two triangles. What can you say about the folds in eachtriangle? Give as much information as you can.
• After folding the triangle, compare your conjectures and the information yougained with the other members of your group.
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STRUCTURED CURRICULUM LESSON PLAN
Day: 064-065 Subject: Geometry Grade Level: High School
Correlations (SG,CAS,CFS): 6C1, 2; 9A3, B2
TAP:Identify, compare, describe, and classify
figures
ISAT:Understand and apply geometric concepts and
relationships
Unit Focus/Foci
Understanding and Applying Geometric Concepts and Relationships
Instructional Focus/Foci
Classifying Triangles
Materials
Activity: Putting It Together
Educational Strategies/Instructional Procedures
Have the students sit in groups of three or four. Have a student read the guidelines aloud for theactivity. Try not to answer any questions during the activity. Give the students as much time asyou feel they need to complete this activity.
Putting It Together
Given: BD ⊥ AC, AD ≅ DCProve: ∆ BDA ≅ ∆ BDC
Statements Reasons1. BD ⊥ AC 1. Given2. ∆ BDA and ∆ BDC are rightangles
2. ⊥ lines intersect to form right angles
3. ∆ BDA ≅ ∆ BDC 3. All right angles are congruent.4. AD ≅ DC 4. Given5. BD ≅ BD 5. Reflexive Property6. ∆ BDA ≅ ∆ BDC 6. S.A.S.
A
B
D C
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Teacher should make as many copies as needed of the proof. Cutup the proofs, includingincorrect statements and reasons, and place them in an envelope. Give each group a proof. Thefirst group to complete the proof should be allowed to present their proof (even if it is wrong). Ifit is wrong, allow another group to try to present the correct proof. After about three tries, workwith the class as a whole to see if they can come up with the correct answer.
A blank copy of Putting It Together is here for your use.(You may want to use a proof of your own.)
Integration with Core Subject(s)
LA: Understand explicit, factual informationSC: Apply scientific method to solve problemsSS: Distinguish fact from opinion and relevant from irrelevant information
Connection(s)
Enrichment:
PO ≅ OW ≅ EW ≅ RE ≅ RP∠ R ≅ ∠ O
Fine Arts:
Home: Have family members quiz students on material from the text.
Remediation: Teachers’ Half-Dozen
Technology:
R
E W
P
O
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Assessment
Teacher observation and student activity
Homework
Assign appropriate problems from your text.
Teacher Notes
As a time saver, make a transparency of the given proof and any additional proofs you might liketo use, cut up the statements and reasons, and have them available for the students to put togetheron the overhead.
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ACTIVITY
Guidelines
1. Students should work in groups of four. (Groups should represent a wide range of abilitylevels.)
2. Each group should be given a packet containing all the parts of a proof.3. After your group has finished their proof, then pass it on to another group until each group
has worked all the proofs.4. You should take all parts of the proof and rearrange them to complete the proof.
B
A D C
Given: BD⊥ AC, AD ≅ DC Prove: ∆ BDA ≅ ∆ BDC
Statements Reasons
BD⊥ AC Given
∠ BDA and ∠ BDC are rightangles.
⊥ lines intersect to form right angles.
∠ BDA ≅ ∠ BDC All right angles are congruent.
AD ≅ DC Given
BD ≅ BD Reflexive Property
∆ BDA ≅ ∆ BDC S.A.S.
∠ ABD ≅ ∠ CBD Definition of congruent angles
BD ≅ BD Given
AD ≅ DC Definition of midpoint
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STRUCTURED CURRICULUM LESSON PLAN
Day: 066 Subject: Geometry Grade Level: High School
Correlations (SG,CAS,CFS): 6C1, 2; 7A6; 9A3; 9B2
TAP:Perform arithmetic operations involving
integers, fractions, decimals and percents,explicitly stated or within context
Understand number systemsUnderstand geometric properties and
relationships; apply geometric concepts andformulas
Apply a variety of estimation strategies:standard rounding, order of magnitude,front-ending, compatible numbers, andcompensation
Use variables, number sentences, and equationsto represent solutions and solve problems
Demonstrate understanding of measurementconcepts and apply measurement skills
ISAT:Solve problems requiring computations with
whole numbers, fractions, decimals, ratios,percent, and proportions
Understand and apply geometric concepts andrelationships
Use mathematical skills to estimate,approximate, and predict outcomes and tojudge reasonableness of results
Identify, analyze, and solve problems usingequations, inequalities, functions, and theirgraphs
Demonstrate an understanding of measurementconcepts and skills
Unit Focus/Foci
Identifying Congruent Triangles
Instructional Focus/Foci
Reviewing Congruent Triangles
Materials
Educational Strategies/Instructional Procedures
Review the homework with students.
Review Unit Four with the students using a review format from Appendix D.
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Integration with Core Subject(s)
LA: Understand explicit, factual informationUnderstand the meaning of words in context
SC: Apply scientific method to solve problemsSS: Distinguish fact from opinion and relevant from irrelevant information
Connection(s)
Enrichment:
Fine Arts:
Home: Have parents sign homework.
Remediation:
Technology:
Assessment
Teacher observation
Homework
Study for the Unit Four Assessment.
Teacher Notes
Prepare copies of the Unit Four Assessment.
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STRUCTURED CURRICULUM LESSON PLAN
Day: 067 Subject: Geometry Grade Level: High School
Correlations (SG,CAS,CFS): 6C1, 2; 7A7; 9A3; 9B2
TAP:Perform arithmetic operations involving
integers, fractions, decimals and percents,explicitly stated or within context
Understand number systemsUnderstand geometric properties and
relationships; apply geometric concepts andformulas
Apply a variety of estimation strategies:standard rounding, order of magnitude,front-ending, compatible numbers, andcompensation
Use variables, number sentences, and equationsto represent solutions and solve problems
Demonstrate understanding of measurementconcepts and apply measurement skills
ISAT:Solve problems requiring computations with
whole numbers, fractions, decimals, ratios,percent, and proportions
Understand and apply geometric concepts andrelationships
Use mathematical skills to estimate,approximate, and predict outcomes and tojudge reasonableness of results
Identify, analyze, and solve problems usingequations, inequalities, functions, and theirgraphs
Demonstrate an understanding of measurementconcepts and skills
Unit Focus/Foci
Identifying Congruent Triangles
Instructional Focus/Foci
Assessing Unit Four
Materials
Copies of the Unit Four Assessment
Educational Strategies/Instructional Procedures
Administer the Unit Four Assessment.
242
Integration with Core Subject(s)
LA: Understand explicit, factual informationUnderstand the meaning of words in context
SC: Apply scientific method to solve problemsSS: Distinguish fact from opinion and relevant from irrelevant information
Connection(s)
Enrichment:
Fine Arts:
Home:
Remediation:
Technology:
Assessment
Evaluate the Unit Four Assessment.
Homework
Relax.
Teacher Notes
Solutions to Unit Four Assessment:
1. See student drawing 2. Isosceles triangle3. Isoscles 4. Equilateral (Equiangular)5. Scalene N
8 9.4
O 5 M
6. Scalene
7. m∠ P = 521
3°
8. m∠ P = -4°
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9.
No SSA
10.
Yes by ASA N
11. Given:
NO NP
MO PQ
NM NQ
≅
≅
≅Prove: ∆ NMO ≅ ∆ MQP M O P Q
Statements Reasons
1. NO NP≅ 145
272 5= . !
2. MO PQ≅3. NM MQ≅4. ∆ NMO ≅ ∆ MQP
1. Given2. Given3. Given4. AAS Theorem
B
12. Given: ∆ ABC is an isosceles triangle with base TN∠ 2 ≅ ∠ 3∠ A ≅ ∠ C
Prove: ∆ ABE ≅ ∆ CBD 1 2 3 4 A D E C
Statements Reasons
1. ∆ ABC is an isosceles triangle with base TN
2. AB BC≅3. ∠ 2 ≅ ∠ 34. ∠ A ≅ ∠ C5. ∆ ABE ≅ ∆ CBD
1. Given2. Definition of isosceles triangle3. Given4. Given5. AAS Theorem
13. x = 72.5° y = 72.5°
14. 180 – 150° = 30° x° = 30°
A E
F
DB
C
1 2
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UNIT FOUR ASSESSMENT
Show all work for complete credit:
1. Draw and label the following triangles:a. acute triangleb. obtuse trianglec. right triangle
Fill in the blanks for problems 2 – 4.
2. A triangle with two congruent sides is an ____________________________triangle.
3. If at least two sides of a triangle are congruent, then the triangle is ______________.
4. If all sides of a triangle are congruent, then the triangle is ____________________.
Use the distance formula to classify the triangles by the measure of their sides.
5. ∆ MNO with vertices M(5, 0), N(0, 8), and O(0, 0).
6. ∆ QRS with vertices Q(2, 4), R(-5, 1) and S(0, 0).
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Find m∠ P for each triangle.
7. 8.
Determine whether the following are congruent or not. Explain your answer.
9. 10.
Given:
AB ED
Is AD EB
=∠ ≅ ∠
≅
1 2
Given: ∠ ≅ ∠Y V W is the midpoint of VY .
Is WZ WX≅
11. Given:
NO NP≅ MO PQ≅ NM NQ≅Prove: ∆ ∆NMO NQP≅
Statements Reasons
N
M O P Q
A E
F
DB
C
1 2
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Write an informal proof for problem #12.
12. Given: ∆ABC is an isosceles triangle
with base TN ∠ 2 ≅ ∠ 3 ∠ A ≅ ∠ C
Prove: ∆ABE ≅ ∆CBD
Find the missing measures in the following problems.
13. 14.
75°
75°
x°