Grade 2 Math · Algebra

Extend a repeating pattern

Identify, describe, and extend repeating patterns made of shapes. Unlimited questions, five difficulty levels, and a full worked solution every time, included free with weekly lessons.

Practice this skill Curriculum: G2-C1.1, G2-C1.2

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What comes next in the pattern?

circle, star, circle, star, circle, star, circle, ___
  • circle
  • square
  • triangle
  • star

Answer: star

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What comes next in the pattern?

hexagon, circle, diamond, hexagon, circle, diamond, hexagon, ___
  • circle
  • triangle
  • star
  • hexagon
📘 Worked solution
1The pattern repeats the group: hexagon, circle, diamond.That group of 3 shapes repeats again and again.
2The next shape is circle.After hexagon comes the start of the next group, circle.

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