School Improvement in Maryland

Using the State Curriculum: Mathematics, Grade 5

Algebra | Geometry | Measurement | Statistics | Probability | Number | Processes

Sample Assessments: Each sample assessment item gives an idea of how an assessment item on the MSA might be presented. The items appropriately measure the content of the State Curriculum and may be formatted similarly to those appearing on the MSA; however, these are sample items only and have not appeared on any MSA form.

Standard 2.0 Knowledge of Geometry

Topic D. Congruence and Similarity

Indicator 1. Analyze similar figures to

Objective a. Identify or describe geometric figures as similar

Assessment limit: Use same shape and different size

Selected Response Item

Which pair of figures are similar?

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Correct Answer:
C

Assessment limit:
Use same shape and different size