Home Science Paper 1 QA Model20250301004: Essential Study Resource for KCSE Exam Preparation

Section A Questions (50 marks)

1. Give two reasons for caring for the sick at home. (2 marks)
2. Mention any two lifestyles or habits that adversely affect the health of a person. (2 marks)
3. State three methods of transferring pattern markings. (3 marks)
4. List down any two problems that today’s consumers face. (2 marks)
5. Name two special treatments which can be given to Rayon fabrics. (2 marks)
6. Identify two methods of cooking suitable for invalid and convalescents’ meals. (2 marks)
7. Mention two reasons for preserving food. (2 marks)
8. State two factors that may affect a family budget. (2 marks)
9. List down two reasons why it is important to live in a well-ventilated house. (2 marks)
10. Define a true bias in clothing construction. (1 mark)
11. Name two characteristics of a well-cooked cake. (2 marks)
12. State two advantages of commercial paper patterns. (2 marks)
13. Identify two factors that are responsible for the increased use of convenience foods. (2 marks)
14. Mention any two ways in which salt is used in laundry work. (2 marks)
15. List two qualities of a good sewing thread. (2 marks)
16. State two ways in which refuse can be disposed of usefully. (2 marks)
17. Give two reasons why it is important to immunize children. (2 marks)
18. Give two qualities of a well-made collar. (2 marks)
19. Name two reasons why some mothers deliver at home. (2 marks)
20. Mention two qualities to look for in the choice of a stiletto. (2 marks)

Section B Questions (20 marks)

21. You have been left at home with your younger brother.

• (i) Give the procedure of how you would clean his leather shoes with laces that he will wear to school tomorrow. (8 marks)
• (ii) Describe how you would launder his grass-stained white cotton shirt. (8 marks)
• (iii) Outline the steps you would follow when cleaning his neglected plastic food container. (4 marks)

Section C Questions (50 marks)

• (i) Discuss five factors to consider when selecting openings for a garment. (5 marks)
• (ii) Explain five importance of managing fullness in garment construction. (5 marks)
• (iii) Outline five points to note when making buttonholes. (5 marks)
• (iv) State five qualities of a well-made hem. (5 marks)

• (a) Explain five factors to bear in mind when planning meals for HIV/AIDS patients. (10 marks)
• (b) Discuss five factors to consider when preparing meals for expectant mothers. (5 marks)
• (c) Discuss five ways of conserving resources during food preparation and cooking. (5 marks)

• (i) Discuss four factors that affect normal foetal development. (8 marks)
• (ii) Discuss four danger signs or disorders of pregnancy. (8 marks)
• (iii) Outline four major tests that are likely to be carried out during ante-natal care. (4 marks)