Cross Sections - Worksheet 1 - 7th Grade

Easy

Classify geometric figures using their stated properties, including inclusive shape categories.

easy: Start with the preview and follow the worked example.

10 problems · 15-20 minutes · Skills: geometry, visualization

About This Worksheet

This easy-level worksheet contains 10 problems designed for 7th Grade students practicing cross sections. Easy worksheets use simpler numbers and straightforward problem types to build confidence and reinforce foundational skills.

Read labeled dimensions and coordinates. Recall multiplication facts and length units.

  • Classify geometric figures using their stated properties, including inclusive shape categories.
  • Check your result using the method in the example before moving to the next question.

How to Solve: Worked Example

Example Problem: What shape is the cross section of a circular cylinder cut parallel to its circular base?
Solution Steps:
  1. A slice parallel to these bases has the same shape as the base.
Answer: circle
Tip: Check your result using the method in the example before moving to the next question.
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What shape is the cross section of a rectangular prism cut parallel to its rectangular base?
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What shape is the cross section of a circular cylinder cut parallel to its circular base?
3
What shape is the cross section of a circular cone cut parallel to its base, below the tip?
4
What shape is the cross section of a triangular prism cut parallel to its triangular base?
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What shape is the cross section of a circular cylinder cut parallel to its circular base?
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What shape is the cross section of a rectangular prism cut parallel to its rectangular base?
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What shape is the cross section of a triangular prism cut parallel to its triangular base?
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What shape is the cross section of a circular cylinder cut parallel to its circular base?
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What shape is the cross section of a circular cone cut parallel to its base, below the tip?
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What shape is the cross section of a circular cylinder cut parallel to its circular base?

Answer Key

1. rectangle2. circle3. circle4. triangle5. circle6. rectangle7. triangle8. circle9. circle10. circle

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