Exploring Cones

A Grade 5 math worksheet focusing on the properties, parts, and measurements of cones.

Grade 5 Math GeometryGeometry 3D ShapesCones

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Multiple ChoiceFill in the BlanksShort AnswerTrue / FalseLong Answer

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CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.G.B.3CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.G.B.4

Topics

mathgeometrycones3d shapesgrade 5

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Show your work where necessary.

1. Which of the following best describes a cone?

A 3D shape with 6 faces and 12 edges.

A 3D shape with a circular base and a pointed top.

A 3D shape with two parallel circular bases.

A 3D shape with all flat faces.

2. What is the name of the distance from the center of the base to the edge of the base of a cone?

Height

Diameter

Radius

Slant height

3. A cone has one circular and one curved .

4. The point at the top of a cone is called the .

5. Draw a cone and label its base, apex, and height.

6. A cone has two flat surfaces.

True

False

7. The height of a cone is always shorter than its slant height.

True

False

8. Imagine you have an ice cream cone. Describe its shape using at least three geometric terms you've learned about cones.