Home Science Paper 1 QA Model20250301009: Essential Study Resource for KCSE Exam Preparation

Section A (40 Marks)

1. Give two reasons why an earthen pot is preferred in storing drinking water. (2 marks)
2. Mention two uses of temporary stitches. (2 marks)
3. Give two measures on the care of a flower arrangement. (2 marks)
4. State three advantages of food preservation. (3 marks)
5. State three rules to observe when patching a garment. (3 marks)
6. Mention two points on the importance of home science to the family. (2 marks)
7. Mention two problems you may encounter while planning vegetarian meals. (2 marks)
8. State two ways of misusing medicine. (2 marks)
9. State three reasons why a baby should sleep in his own cot. (3 marks)
10. Differentiate between antiseptic liquid and disinfectant. (2 marks)
11. State two safety precautions to be exercised when handling calabashes. (2 marks)
12. State three factors that affect the normal foetal development. (3 marks)
13. Give two reasons for including a shank while fixing a flat button. (2 marks)
14. Suggest two factors that determine the choice of cooking methods. (2 marks)
15. Mention three advantages of machine fell seam. (3 marks)
16. State two rights of a consumer. (2 marks)
17. Give two reasons for buffing a floor after polishing. (2 marks)
18. Define the term accessories as used in home furnishing. (1 mark)

Section B (20 Marks)

19. You are expecting your classmate to pay you a visit over the weekend.
    a) Describe how you will thoroughly clean a hurricane lamp. (9 marks)
    b) Outline the steps you would follow when cleaning a glass window. (5 marks)
    c) Describe the procedure of laundering a white kitchen towel. (6 marks)

Section C (40 Marks)

20. a) State three characteristics of a well-made dart. (3 marks)
    b) Using clearly labelled diagrams, describe the procedure for working out a single pointed dart. (6 marks)
    c) Give two reasons for interfacing a waistband. (4 marks)
    d) State four qualities to look for when buying baby’s clothes. (4 marks)
    e) List three symptoms of measles. (3 marks)
21. a) Discuss five considerations to make when furnishing a sitting room. (5 marks)
    b) Explain five advantages of using artificial lighting in the home. (5 marks)
    c) State five factors to consider when choosing land for putting up a house. (5 marks)
    d) State five precautions to take when using biogas. (5 marks)
22. a) Explain five points to look for when buying a long-handled broom. (5 marks)
    b) Discuss five steps to follow when arranging flowers. (5 marks)
    c) Discuss five ways of finishing the lower edge of a sleeve. (10 marks)