Notice that you can put together two small triangles to make a square. What is the area of the square composed of two small triangles? Be prepared to explain your reasoning.
Use your shapes to create a new shape with an area of 1 square unit that is not a square. Draw your shape on paper and label it with its area.
Use your shapes to create a new shape with an area of 2 square units. Draw your shape and label it with its area.
Use your shapes to create a different shape with an area of 2 square units. Draw your shape and label it with its area.
Use your shapes to create a new shape with an area of 4 square units. Draw your shape and label it with its area.