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Section A (40 Marks)

  1. What is a dessert? Give one example. (1 mark)
  2. State two symptoms of a two-year-old child suffering from choking. (2 marks)
  3. Mention two disadvantages of using old blanket pieces for mops. (2 marks)
  4. Give two advantages of being able to draft your own patterns for garment construction. (2 marks)
  5. Explain why vitamin D deficiency is not common in most parts of Kenya. (2 marks)
  6. Give two reasons why lemon juice is sometimes added to fruit salads. (1 mark)
  7. Other than the burning test, state two ways of identifying textile fibres. (1 mark)
  8. List four preparations to make on a fabric before laying out patterns. (2 marks)
  9. Why is soup an integral part of an invalid diet? (1 mark)
  10. When some accidents occur in the home, a doctor must be consulted immediately. Identify two such accidents and explain why the doctor should be consulted. (2 marks)
  11. Irene was machine stitching her apron then the needle broke suddenly. Give two causes for this. (2 marks)
  12. Explain briefly the meaning of housing the family. (1 mark)
  13. (i) Define a stitch? (½ mark)
    (ii) State two qualities of a well-made stitch. (1 mark)
  14. List down two details that are included in a label for any commercially made garment. (1 mark)
  15. Mention three classifications of washing machines. (1½ marks)
  16. Suggest three advantages of making a budget. (1½ marks)
  17. Give two reasons for artificial feeding. (2 marks)
  18. Differentiate between indirect and semi-direct methods of lighting. (2 marks)
  19. Give two reasons why fullness is introduced in garments during construction. (2 marks)
  20. State two common methods of buying goods and services. (2 marks)
  21. Your sister has taken up modeling as a career. She has been starving herself and inducing vomiting after feeding in order to slim. Name two nutritional disorders she is suffering from? (1 mark)
  22. State two possible causes of large holes in a rubbed-in cake mixture. (2 marks)
  23. Give one reason for each of the following practices in cleaning. (2 marks)
    • i) Cleaning a glass window from outside to inside
    • ii) Scrubbing a wall from down up
    • iii) Sweeping with long low strokes
    • iv) Pouring hot water down a kitchen sink drain.
  24. Give two reasons for fitting airbricks on the outer wall of a room. (2 marks)
  25. State four disadvantages of the corridor plan arrangement. (2 marks)

Section B (20 Marks)

  1. Your family is planning to visit and spend a weekend with relatives at a campsite. Giving reasons, describe how you would:
    a) Thoroughly clean your paraffin stove with wicks and leave it ready for use. (9 marks)
    b) Launder your fast-colored nylon raincoat in readiness for camping. (7 marks)
    c) Clean an aluminum cooking pan. (4 marks)

Section C (40 Marks)

  1. a) Using well-labeled diagrams, explain how you would prepare an interfaced waistband with an extended facing before attachment. (10 marks)
    b) A well-drained house is a comfortable house to live in. Explain five points to support the above statement. (5 marks)
    c) Outline five reasons why it is advisable for women to deliver in the hospital. (5 marks)
  2. a) Define:
    (i) A raising agent (1 mark)
    (ii) Give the three ways of introducing raising agents in flour mixtures. (3 marks)
    b) Explain six ways of introducing air into flour mixtures mechanically. (6 marks)
    c) With the aid of two clearly labeled diagrams, show the front and back measurements required for making a blouse with long sleeves. (8 marks)
    d) State four qualities of a well-made set-in sleeve. (2 marks)
  3. a) Give five points on how to ensure the purchase of quality goods by consumers. (5 marks)
    b) Explain five considerations to make when furnishing a sitting room. (5 marks)
    c) State five precautions to take when caring for the sick to avoid the spread of infection. (5 marks)
    d) State five qualities of a well-made round bottom patch pocket. (5 marks)
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“HOME SCIENCE PAPER 1 (THEORY)” is an essential resource for students pursuing the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) in Home Science. This ebook offers an in-depth exploration of various topics, ensuring a solid understanding of the subject.

This ebook features:

  • Comprehensive Coverage: Dive into critical areas such as nutrition, cooking methods, textile identification, and household management.
  • Practical Applications: Learn through real-life scenarios and questions that challenge your understanding and application of Home Science principles.
  • Structured Learning: With three sections (A, B, and C), the ebook guides students through different aspects of Home Science, from theory to practical application.

You will learn:

  • The importance of nutrition and dietary practices for various demographics.
  • Techniques for garment construction, including pattern drafting and fabric care.
  • Effective household management and cleaning practices to promote health and hygiene.

Benefits:

  • Enhance your knowledge and skills in Home Science, preparing you for examinations and practical applications in daily life.
  • Develop a deeper understanding of family health, nutrition, and household management, empowering you to make informed decisions.

Ideal for: Students preparing for the KCSE examination in Home Science and anyone interested in gaining practical knowledge in domestic science.

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