Constructing Perpendicular Lines and Squares

Constructing Perpendicular Lines and Squares

Assessment

Interactive Video

Mathematics, Science, Design

6th - 8th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

FREE Resource

This video tutorial demonstrates how to construct a square when given only one side. The process involves extending the line segment, constructing a perpendicular line through a point, setting the compass to the length of the given side, and swinging arcs to determine the other points of the square. Finally, the points are connected to complete the square. The video concludes with a call to action to like and subscribe.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in constructing a square when given one side?

Draw a circle around the side.

Extend the line segment in either direction.

Create a triangle with the segment.

Draw a diagonal line across the segment.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do you construct a line perpendicular to a given segment through a point?

Swing arcs from the point on both sides of the segment.

Use a protractor to measure 90 degrees.

Use a ruler to draw a straight line.

Draw a parallel line first.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should be done after extending the line segment through point B?

Set the compass on point B to construct a perpendicular line.

Draw a circle with point B as the center.

Measure the length of the segment.

Draw a parallel line to the segment.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of creating intersection points with arcs?

To form a perpendicular line.

To determine the length of the segment.

To measure the angle of the segment.

To find the midpoint of the segment.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do you ensure the arcs intersect when creating a perpendicular line?

Swing the arcs at random lengths.

Ensure the compass is set more than halfway between intersection points.

Use a ruler to guide the arcs.

Draw the arcs in opposite directions.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to set the compass to the length of the given side?

To create a rectangle instead of a square.

To measure the diagonal of the square.

To draw a circle around the square.

To ensure all sides of the square are equal.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of not changing the compass length from the given side?

It allows for measuring angles accurately.

It helps in drawing a perfect circle.

It helps in drawing parallel lines.

It ensures all sides of the square are equal.

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