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Trans-Nzoia District Mock - Home Science Paper 1 Question Paper
Trans-Nzoia District Mock - Home Science Paper 1
Course:Secondary Level
Institution: Mock question papers
Exam Year:2008
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441/1
HOME SCIENCE
Paper 1(THEORY)
July / August – 2008
Time: 2 ½ Hours
TRANS – NZOIA WEST DISTRICT MOCK EXAMINATION - 2008
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E)
441/1
HOME SCIENCE
Paper 1(THEORY)
July / August – 2008
Time: 2 ½ Hours
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
• This paper consists of THREE sections; A, B and C.
• Answer all questions in section A and B and any other TWO in section C.
• Answers to ALL the questions MUST be written in the answer booklet provided.
This paper consists of 8 printed pages.
Candidates should check the question paper to ensure that all the
Pages are printed as indicated and no questions are missing.
SECTION A (40 Marks)
Answer all the questions in this section in the answer booklet provided.
1. Why is comfort an important factor to consider during the choice of cosmetics. (2 mks)
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2. What observations should you make when cleaning a house. (2 mks)
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3. What is the difference between drainage and refuse disposal. (2 mks)
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4. State two factors that will influence the efficiency of laundry soap. (2 mks)
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5. Give reasons as to why lamp shades are popular in homes today. (2 mks)
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6. State ways of preventing insect bites and stings in an environment. (2 mks)
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7. What problems are likely to occur to a mother who does not practice child spacing. (2 mks)
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8. Which factors influence the rise of prices of commodities on the market. (2 mks)
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9. Which precautionary measures should one take to prevent food spoilage during storage. (2 mks)
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10. Identify two kitchen equipment that occupy small space and are easy to store. (2 mks)
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11. Explain two functions of water in the body. (2 mks)
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12. Suggest Three points to observe when cooking beef. (2 mks)
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13. State two nutritional needs of adolescents. (2 mks)
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14. State Two reasons why bicarbonate of soda is not popularly used in flour mixtures. (2 mks)
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15. Explain how fruits can be preserved at home without refridgerator. (2 mks)
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16. List Three classes of convenience foods. (2 mks)
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17. State the effect of insufficient/light pressure exerted by the pressure foot during stitching.
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18. Give properties that make linen suitable for making kitchen.
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19. State Two qualities of a well made patch pocket. (2 mks)
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20. In the space provided, sketch two pattern markings that will assist in laying of a pattern. (2 mks)
SECTION B (20 Marks)
Compulsory
21. You are taking care of an aunt who is recovering from an infectious disease:
a) Explain how you would launder a white cotton bed sheet. (14 mks)
b) Describe how you would clean a plastic basin she has used in the room. (6 mks)
SECTION C
22. a) Mention Three methods used to coat food before frying. (3 mks)
b) Describe two methods for preparing a meal for the elderly. (7 mks)
c) Discuss Five important points to observe when planning meals for the elderly. (10 mks)
23. a) What is the difference between renovation and repair. (3 mks)
b) Explain points to observe when making seams. (5 mks)
c) With the aid of a clearly labeled diagrams, explain the preparation of a faced slit opening.
(12 mks)
24. a) Explain Three roles of play in child development. (3 mks)
b) Explain how a good detergent aids water during washing of a heavily soiled cookery apron.
(7 mks)
c) Explain Five advantages of budgeting family income. (10 mks)
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