Q1. Fill in the blanks/MCQs/T/F (i) Define line segment.

(ii) How many perpendicular can be drawn to a line through a point not on it ?

(iii) If two line segments cut each other at right angles then they are called …….

(iv) Instruments in the geometry box having the shape of a triangle are called ………

(v) How many methods are in your book for drawing a perpendicular to a line through a

point not on it.

Solve the following: (Short Answer type questions- Type-1)

Q2. Draw any line segment AB. Mark any point M on it. Through M, draw a perpendicular to

AB. (Use ruler and compass).

Q3 Draw any line segment PQ. Take any point R not on it. Through R, draw a perpendicular

to PQ.(Use ruler and set square).

Solve the following: (Short Answer type questions - Type-2

Q4. Draw a line l and a point X on it. Through X, draw a line segment XY perpendicular to l.

Q5. Draw a line l .Take a point A, not lying on l. Draw a line m such that m is perpendicular to

l and passing through A (using ruler and set squares).

Q 6: Solve the following: (Long Answer type questions)-3 Parts

a) Draw a line segment AB of length 8 cm. At each end of this line segment, draw

perpendiculars.

b) Write down the use of all instruments of geometry box.

c) With the help of a ruler construct line segment AB of length 7.8 cm.