KCSE Home Science Questions With Answers
List four functions of the Kenya Consumer Association.
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​State six preventive measures to curb the spread of infections when caring for the sick at home.12/4/2022 Six preventive measures to curb the spread of infections when caring for the sick at home.
Name four factors that determine the cleansing action of a detergent.
Describe the preparation for an interfaced shirt collar before attaching (7mks)
4 disadvantages of rechauffe dishes/cookery
Identify five problems related to breast feeding and their remedies.Sore nipples
Breast Engorgement
Baby’s refusal to breast feedBreast feed baby before feeding Avoid introducing the baby to bottle milk too early Take the baby to the hospital if sick Mother’s refusal to breast feed
State two advantages of having labels on consumer's products.Advantages of having labels on consumer products
Name two vaccines a child should be given by the age of 9 months.Two vaccines that a child should be given by the age of 9 months
Give two uses of interfacing in garment constructionUses of interfacing in garment construction
List two methods of removing dirt from surfaces in the homeTwo methods of removing dust from surface in the home
Identify two soft furnishings used in the bedroomFour soft furnishings used in the bedroom
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HOMESCIENCE Paper 2 (PRACTICAL) (CLOTHING CONSTRUCTION) July/August 2016 Time 2 hours 30 minutes NTIMA, NYAKI AND MUNICIPALITY CLUSTER EVALUATION 2016 HOMESCIENCE Paper - 441/2 CLOTHING CONSTRUCTION July/August 2016 Time: 2 hours 30 minutes INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE 1. This paper consists of 3 printed pages 2. Candidates should check the question paper to ensure that all the printed pages are printed as indicated and no questions are missing. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A pattern of a child’s dress is provided. You are advised to study the sketches, instruction and the layout carefully before you begin the test. MATERIALS PROVIDED1. Pattern Pieces
A- Dress Back 2. Plain light weight cotton fabric 65 cm long by 90 cm wide.B- Dress Front C- Front yoke D- Sleeve E- Sleeve binding F- Back facing G - Front facing 3. Sewing thread to match the fabric. 4. One large envelope. THE TESTUsing the material provided, cut out and make the RIGHT HALF of a child’s dress to show the following processesa) Cutting out (18 ½ mks) b) Attaching the front yoke to the dress front using an overlaid seam. Neaten half of the seam using loop stitches (8 ½ mks) c) Joining of the shoulder seam using an open seam (do not neaten) (4 mks) d) Joining of the side seam using a French seam (8 mks) e) Preparing of sleeve
i) Making an inverted pleat (7 mks) e) Attaching of sleeve onto the garment (do not trim or neaten) (8 mks)ii) Joining the underarm seam using French seam (5 mks) iii) Attaching the binding and holding it using slip hemming (slip hem half the binding) (4 mks) f) Attaching the facing on the neckline (20 ½ mks) g) Overall presentation. (6½ marks) At the end of the examination, firmly sew on your work on a single fabric, a label bearing your name and index number. Remove needles and pins from your work then fold your work neatly and place it in the envelope provided. Do not put scraps of fabric in the envelope. SECTION A (40 MKS)Answer all the questions in the spaces provided1. Define the following terms (2 mks)a) Tear b) Wear 2. Name two food items that can be used to induce vomiting (1 mk) 3. Give two factors to consider when choosing weaning foods (2 mks) 4. Identify two agencies that deal with consumer protection in Kenya (2 mks) 5. State two qualities of a well made collar (2 mks) 6. State two reasons why diabetes is on the increase in Kenya (2 mks) 7. Identify two qualities of food for fortification (2 mks) 8. What are the reasons for proving yeast flour mixtures before cooking (2 mks) 9. State the effects of freezing on foods (2 mks) 10. Explain the role of even trimming when making seams (2 mks) 11. Give three reasons why stainless steel is the best metal for making serving spoons (3 mks) 12. Give three factors to consider when choosing a method of disposal of fullness on a garment (3 mks) 13. State three instructions on the use of medicine (3 mks) 14. State the functions of the following parts of a sewing machine;
i) Slide plate (1 mk) ii) Balance wheel (1 mk) 15. Highlight two measures to take in case of gas leakage in the home (2 mks) 16. State two reasons why it is important to prepare for the arrival of the baby (2 mks) 17. Give two reasons why biogas is not commonly used in Kenya (2 mks) 18. State two uses of mineral fibres (2 mks) 19. State two factors to consider when buying sewing thread (2 mks) SECTION B: COMPULSORY (20 MKS)Answer the questions in the spaces provided20. Your 10 year old brother is among the selected pupils for the national Drama Festival. Describe the procedure you would follow to:-a) Dry clean his polyester tie (7 mks) b) Clean his muddy black leather shoes without laces, in readiness for polishing (8 mks) c) Clean an aluminum Sufuria used for boiling milk (5 mks) SECTION C (40 MKS)Answer any two questions in this section21. a) Explain five steps on how to manage a deep cut (5 mks) b) Explain the importance of repairing clothes and household articles (5 mks) c) Discuss five ways of introducing air mechanically into flour mixtures (5 mks) d) Explain five points to consider when choosing fabrics for making curtains (5 mks) 22. a) Explain how each of the following factors causes malnutrition (8 mks)
i) Lifestyle ii) Ignorance iii) Parasites iv) Natural calamities b) Discuss five properties that make polyester to have a high demand today (5 mks) c) Explain five ways of presenting meals attractively (5 mks) d) Highlight two factors to consider when choosing fasteners for a garment (2 mks) 23. a) Discuss four problems related to breastfeeding and explain how to overcome each of them. (8 mks) b) Explain five factors that would affect the choice of a method of disposing fullness (5 mks) c) State four ways in which you can minimize accidents when using a saucepan while cooking (4 mks) d) List three points to consider when making seams (3 mks) MARKING SCHEMESection A1. With the pandemic we are experiencing, state a suitable method of meal service that schools should adopt and give a reason why. (1mark)2. State two precautions to take while handling and storing fuels in the home. (1mark)
Home science past papers for revision form 1, 2, 3 and 4 with marking schemes for free pdf downloads17/2/2021 1. Identify two ways in which the skin protects the body. (2 marks)
2. Give two factors to consider when using cosmetics. (2 marks)
3. Mention two ways you would prevent dandruff. (2 marks)
4. Give two limitations of using a pressure lamp for lighting. (2 marks)
5. State three good qualities of a kitchen plan. (3 marks)
6. Give two advantages of using commercial paper patterns. (2 marks)
1. Differentiate between facings and interfacings (2 marks)
2. Name two stitches which can be worked with double thread (1 mark)
3. State two differences between the processes of ironing and pressing (1 mark)
4 Give two qualities of a good toy for a child (2 marks)
5 Suggest three uses of ribbons in garments (3 marks)
Introduction to Sorghum Beverage
Sorghum is an important food crop in many parts of Kenya, providing livelihoods to more than 3 million people. It is rich in calories, has vitamin B and essential amino-acids. It is a nutrient-packed grain that you can use in many ways.
Outline four ways in which cosmetics can be misused.
Explain four benefits of living in a well ventilated house.
Describe the functioning of each of the following;Electric Air fan and Air conditioner
Electric Air Fans
Outline three remedies for each of the following machine faults;
Needle breaking
Explain four rules to observe when removing stains from a garment.
Describe three ways in which a facing can be used to create a decorative effect.
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