Home Science Paper 1 QA Model20250301007: Essential Study Resource for KCSE Exam Preparation

Section A (40 Marks)

1. Give two qualities to look for in a hand sewing needle. (2 marks)
2. Give three disadvantages of relying on solar energy in the home. (3 marks)
3. Name two conspicuous names used to highlight style features. (2 marks)
4. Give two qualities of a good dust bin. (2 marks)
5. Give three reasons for coating food before deep frying. (3 marks)
6. Name three causes of anaemia other than nutritional deficiency. (3 marks)
7. Mention three uses of fats in cookery. (3 marks)
8. State two reasons for blending vegetables before freezing. (2 marks)
9. Give two disadvantages of convenience food. (2 marks)
10. Suggest two reasons why a lactating mother would have inadequate milk. (2 marks)
11. Give two reasons why clothes are steeped. (2 marks)
12. State two reasons why interfacing is done on collars, cuffs, and bands. (2 marks)
13. Give four reasons why a consumer needs protection. (4 marks)
14. Name four types of weaning. (2 marks)
15. Identify three dangers of excess weight gain during pregnancy. (3 marks)
16. Identify four desirable qualities of baking flour. (2 marks)
17. Mention two reasons why a shopping list is useful to the consumer. (1 mark)

Section B (20 Marks – Compulsory)

18. You are taking care of the home while your mother is away visiting.
    a) With reasons, explain how you would launder a white tea towel with an old tea stain. (8 marks)
    b) Describe how to wash a neglected aluminium pan. (4 marks)
    c) Give reasons and describe how to weekly clean the kitchen floor made of terrazzo. (8 marks)

Section C (40 Marks)

19. a) Giving reasons, state five precautionary measures to take while deep frying foods. (5 marks)
    b) Outline five ways of finishing the lower edge of a short-sleeved blouse decoratively. (5 marks)
    c) A wise shopper is a wise consumer: Give five points a consumer should consider before buying an item. (5 marks)
    d) State five considerations to make when finishing a living/sitting room. (5 marks)
20. a) Explain factors that influence the cleaning frequency of a home. (10 marks)
    b) State five points to observe when fixing fastenings onto a garment. (5 marks)
    c) Suggest five ways of ensuring that leftover foods do not go bad in the absence of a refrigerator. (5 marks)
21. a) Describe the procedure of preparing a single pointed dart. (5 marks)
    b) Mention any five signs and symptoms of pregnancy. (5 marks)
    c) Explain any five food hygiene practices. (10 marks)