Time: 1 hour
M.M. 30
Attempt all questions.
Question numbers 1 to 5 carry 1 mark each.
Question numbers 6 to 8 carry 2 marks each.
Question numbers 9 to 11 carry 3 marks each.
Question numbers 12 & 13 carry 5 marks each.
Q1. It is known that if x + y = 10, then x + y + z = 10 + z. Euclid's axiom that illustrates this statement is (1 Mark)
(a) First Axiom
(b) Second Axiom
(c) Third axiom
(d) Fourth Axiom
Q2. 'Lines are parallel if they do not intersect' is stated in the form of (1 Mark)
(a) Definition
(b) Proof
(c) Postulate
(d) Axiom
Q3. Who is credited with giving the first known proof that a circle is bisected by its diameter? (1 Mark)
Q4. How many dimensions does a surface have according to Euclid's definitions? (1 Mark)
Q5. According to Euclid, what is a point? (1 Mark)
Q6. State Euclid's first and second postulates. (2 Mark)
Q7. What is a terminated line according to Euclid? (2 Mark)
Q8. Define a plane surface according to Euclid and explain why it is considered an undefined term in modern geometry. (2 Mark)
Q9. In the figure, it is given that AD=BC. By which of Euclid's axioms can it be proved that AC = BD? (3 Mark) 
Q10. Construct an equilateral triangle on a given line segment AB using Euclid's postulates. (3 Mark)
Q11. What are the five postulates of Euclid's Geometry? (3 Mark)
Q12. If a point C lies between two points A and B such that AC = BC, then prove that AC =1/2 AB. Explain by drawing the figure. (5 Mark) 
Q13. It is known that x + y = 10 and that x = z. Show that z + y = 10. (5 Mark)
| 1. What is Euclid's contribution to geometry? | ![]() |
| 2. What are the five postulates of Euclidean geometry? | ![]() |
| 3. How do the axioms of Euclidean geometry differ from theorems? | ![]() |
| 4. Can you explain the significance of Euclid's "Elements" in modern mathematics? | ![]() |
| 5. What are some real-world applications of Euclidean geometry? | ![]() |