Trap a Zoid

In one of my earliest introductions to the mathematical field of geometry, a (somewhat zany) teacher began by drawing a cute alien on the chalkboard. This was a Zoid, she informed us, and the best way to deal with Zoids was to trap them. How does one trap a Zoid? With a polygon, of course! She proceeded to draw a trap in the shape of a trapezoid over top of the picture of the alien, complete with bars -- and thereby to ensure that none of us ever forgot what a trapezoid looked like. I designed these ankle socks with the spirit of this creative teacher in mind.

Please note that the yarn estimates given are approximate; how much yarn you will use depends upon the size you knit and the length of your foot. Please be sure you have enough yarn to complete your project.

This pattern has been professionally tech edited.