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Instructions

This paper consists of three sections A, B and C.
Answer all questions in Section A and B and any TWO questions from section C
Candidates should answer the questions in English.

QUESTIONS

SECTION A: (40 MARKS)
Attempt ALL questions in this section. Write answers in the spaces provided.

Name the two layers of the skin. (1 marks)
Identify two kitchen plans categorized as wall based (1 mark)
Give two reasons why steamed food is best for invalids (1 mark)
Mention two career opportunities for a Home science graduate that stem from Hotel and Hospitality services (1 mark)
List any two vegetable fibres used for making brooms. (1 mark)
Give two groups of permanent stitches (1 mark)
Salt is a multipurpose substance in a home. Give two points in support of the Statement (1 mark)
List two products of dough (1 mark)
Mention two functions of stiletto in a Home science laboratory (1 mark)
Give any two classification of kitchen equipment under plastics (1 mark)
State two undesirable properties of asbestos as roofing material (1 mark)
State any two basic instructions on the use of medicine (1 mark)
Give two reasons for draining wastewater from a house (1 mark)
What are the signs of food poisoning?
List down two cases of under nourishment (1 mark)
Give two examples of decorative seams (1mark)
With an example, define the term beverage (1 mark)
A wise consumer can obtain useful information from; (1 mark)
DPT is a combination vaccine against infectious diseases. Name any two of the diseases (1 mark)
List two laundry processes done on dirty clothes before they are put in water (1 mark)
Name two breast-feeding reflexes (1 mark)
Give two reasons for labeling a product (1 mark)
State two health related importance of a child’s growth monitoring card. (1 mark)
Name any two types of cuts in repair of clothes (1 mark)
State two characteristics of pre-eclampsia in pregnancy (1 mark)
Define the following terms;
1. Substitute products
2. Comparative shopping
Outline two precautions to take when laundering a patient’s clothes. (1 mark)
Identify any two dangers of poor ventilation in a room. It can cause;
Give any two uses of Wood Ash to a homemaker
Give two functions of candles in a home. (1 mark)
Name the two groups of hard furnishings (1 mark)
Identify two traditional methods of preserving meat (1 mark)
List two disadvantages of using convenience foods (1 mark)
Identify two ways of ensuring left over foods remains in good condition (1 mark)
Highlight two possible meanings of the term wardrobe (1 mark)
Mention any two shortcomings of abrupt weaning (1 mark)
Identify two problems faced by an ignorant consumer (1 mark)
List two symptoms of Hepatitis B. (1 mark)
Give any two points to bear in mind when storing clothes on hangers (1 mark)

SECTION B: (20 Marks)
Compulsory- Answer question 41 in the spaces provided

You are helping your elder sister to prepare for her farewell party coming up next weekend. Red being her theme color.
1. 1. Pick and store fresh flowers to await the florist. (4 marks)
  2. Launder her silk party dress (6 marks)
2. Thorough clean the top of her Formica dressing table with a mirror (10 marks)

SECTION C: (40 Marks)
Answer any TWO questions from this section in the spaces provided at the end of this section.

1. Describe how to take measurement of the following body parts. (4 marks)
  1. Inner trouser length
  2. Hips
  3. Crotch length
  4. Wrist measurement
2. Mention four points to consider when planning meals for young children. (4 marks)
3. Give four importance of habit training (4 marks)
4. Outline four roles of advertisement (4 marks)
5. Briefly state the uses of the following alkalis in the home (4 marks)
  1. Sodium hydroxide
  2. Ammonia
  3. Sodium bicarbonate
  4. Borax
1. Describe four methods of disposing household refuse (4 marks)
2. Give four points to observe when laying pattern pieces onto a prepared fabric before cutting out (4 marks)
3. List four contents of a First Aid kit and their uses respectively (4 marks)
4. Outline four advantages of mortgaging as a way providing shelter ((4 marks)
5. Explain four factors, which may affect the eating habits of a community (5 mks)
1. Explain four factors that determine the repair method to be used on an article. (4 marks)
2. Explain four points on the care of a lactating mother (4 marks)
3. A bodice block of a blouse is given below. Indicate four possible pattern markings and their uses respectively. (4 marks)
4. Explain four mechanical ways of introducing air into flour mixtures (4 marks)
5. List and explain four factors that may affect family savings (4 marks)

MARKING SCHEME

SECTION A
Answer all the questions in the spaces provided

Name the two layers of the skin
- Epidermis
- Dermis
Identify two kitchen plans termed as wall based
- One wall kitchen plan
- Corridor shaped kitchen plan
Give two reasons why steamed food is best for invalids
- Nutrients are not lost
- Easy to digest
- Not highly spiced so not irritating
Mention two career opportunities for a Homescience graduate that stem from Hotel and Hospitality services
- Catering
- Institutional management
- Food and beverage
- Hotel management
- Air hostess
List any two vegetable fibre used for making brooms
- Bass
- Bassive
- Coconut palm
- .Sisal
Give two groups of permanent stitches
- Joining stitches
- Neatening stitches
- Decorative or embroidery stitches
Salt is a multi purpose substance in a home.Give two points in support of this statement
- Dissolve mucus in handkerchiefs/Sterilise handkerchiefs
- Fix dye in loose-coloured clothes
- To remove blood stains
- To remove ink stains
List two products of dough
- .Bread
- Pastries
- Queencakes
Mention two functions of stiletto in a Homescience laboratory
- Making holes and eyelets
- Use to lace cords into casings
Give any two classification of kitchen equipment under plastic
- Thermoplastics
- Thermosetting
State two undesirable properties of asbestos as roofing materials
- They are expensive
- Discharge poisonous impurities to collected rain water
- Not readily available
- Has invisible micro organisms which when released in the air can cause life threatening diseases if inhaled
State any two basic instructions on the use of medicine
- Dosage
- Frequency
- Duration
- Storage
- Caution
- Instructions on use
Give two reasons for draining waste water from a house
- Free the house of dampness
- Keep off bad odours from the house
- Destroy breaching place for pests in the house
- Keep the surroundings neat and free from pools of stagnant water
What are two signs of food poisoning;
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
List down two cases of undernourishment
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
- Scurvy
- Rickets
- Beriberi
- Pellagra
Give two examples of decorative seams
- Over laid/lapped/Top stitched seam
- Machine fell/Double stitched seam
.Draw the care label symbol for washing a white cotton bedsheet
- Basin
- Water temperature
- Agitation method
With an example, define the term beverage
- It is a drink other than water eg Tea,Juice or milk
A wise consumer can obtain useful information from;
- Advertisements
- Acquaintance,Friends and associates
- Window shopping before buying an item
- Manufacturer
- Mass media
DPT is a combination vaccine against infectious diseases. Name any two
- Diphtheria
- Tetanus
- Pertussis (whooping cough)
.List two laundry processes done on dirty clothes before they are put in water
- Repair
- Sorting out
- Stain removal
- Removal of loose dirt
- Emptying pockets
- Taking measurements
- Removal of certain fasteners
.Name two breastfeeding reflexes
- Oxytocin reflex/milk ejection
- Prolactin
Give two reasons for labelling a product
- To provide a product name
- To provide the name of the manufacturer
- To provide information of the product eg nutritional value,storage,date of expiry, ingredients
.State two health related importance of a child's growth monitoring card spree
- Birth weight of the child
- Immunisation given
- Growth rate
- Any illness and treatment given to the child
- Reasons for special care
- History of the family
Name any two types of cuts in repair of clothes
- A straight cut
- A three cornerd cut(right-angled cut)
- A diagonal cut
State two characteristics of pre-eclampsia in pregnancy
- High blood pressure
- Presence of protein in the urine
- Swelling or oedema of the whole body
Define the following terms
1. Substitute products
  One that serves the same purpose as another product in the market
2. Comparative shopping
  Comparison shopping is comparing similar products from different stores or suppliers
Outline two precautions to take when laundering a patient's clothes
- Put on protective clothing (masks,gloves)
- Soak the patient's clothes in disinfected water before washing
- Wash the patient's clothes separately
- Washed clothes should be dried outside in the sun to kill germs
.Identify any two dangers of poor ventilation in a room
- It can cause.;Suffocation and fainting
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Easy transmission of communicable diseases
Give any two uses of wood Ash to a homemaker
- Sprinkled on the pit latrine to kill germs and absorb
- Can be used an an abrasive to clean utensils
- Can be used as a preservertive for dry grains
- Can be used to cover manure pit to prevent smell and keep off flies
- Can be sprinkled on vegetables in the kitchen garden as a pesticide
Give two functions of candles in a home
- To supply emergency light incase of power failure
- For decoration eg during birthdays
- To provide a serene atmosphere eg candle dinners
- Enhance fragrance;Scented candles
Name the two groups of hard furnishings
Case goods. Upholstered furniture
.Identify two traditional methods of preserving meat
- Drying it in the sun
- Smoking the meat
List two disadvantages of using convenient foods
- They are expensive
- Cannot be used by people with special diet demand
- Are low in nutritive value compared to fresh foods
- Are inferior in flavour due to additives
.Identify two ways of ensuring left over foods remain in good condition
- Pack in clean covered containers
- Cool the food quickly and keep in a clean cool dry place
- Store in airtight containers items like bread
.Highlight two possible meanings of the word wardrobe
- A collection of garments for various occasions or purposes owned by an individual
- Accessories in dressing such as shoes,belts and handbags
- A piece of furniture in which clothes are stored
Mention any two shortcomings of abrupt weaning
- Baby mother bonding is interfered with
- Painful breast engorgement.
- Breast infection, plugged milk ducts, or a breast abscess due to engorgement.
Identify two problems faced by an ignorant consumer
- Lack of the good and service
- High prices
- No rights to compensation .Failure to receive value of their money
List two symptoms of Hepatitis B
- Fever
- Pain in the liver region
- Jaudice
Give any two points to bear in mind when storing clothes on hangers
- Fasten the garment to retain shape and avoid slip off
- Clothes with wide necklines should be secured by their tapes hooked on the hanger
- Each cloth should have its own hanger
- Clothes on hangers should be protected from dus.

SECTION B
Answer all part of this compulsory question

You are helping your elder sister to prepare for her KOITOcoming up next weekend, theme colour being RED.
1. Launder her silk party Dress and Pick and Store fresh flowers to be arranged later (10mks)
2. Thorough clean her Formica dressing table with a mirror. (10MKS)
  1. 1. Silk Dress (6mks)
      Collect equipment and material to save time and energy. Shake to remove loose dirt. Wash in warm soapy water (mild detergent) by kneading and squeezing to remove maximum dirt. Pay attention to collar, coffs, armpit and hem. Rinse severally, in clean warm water to remove dirt and soap. Finally, rinse in clean cold water added methylated spirit to give a crispy, lustrous finish and freshen. Squeeze out excess water by hand not to harm fibres. Hang to dry under a shade secured by padded pegs bit to fall. Iron very fast (quickly) while slightly damp with a moderately hot iron to achieve a smooth gloss appearance, iron on the right side to obtain a satin finish, air to dry completely. Store in a wardrobe on a padded hanger to avoid creasing the dress. Clean and store equipment and material for later use.
    2. Fresh Flowers (4mks)
      Collect equipment and material to save time and energy. Pick Red Fresh half bloom flowers and foliage to stay longer as well as foliage, Pick the clean foliage to remove soil and dust. Keep the flowers and foliage in clean cold water with a little sugar in a bucket to condition. Select flowers and plants without scent not to affect people with allergy. Clean and store equipment and material for later use.
  2. 1. Formica Dressing Table (6mks)
      Collect equipment and materials to save time and energy. Empty the dressing table for easy cleaning. High and low dust the dressing table paying attention to edges, frames, legs ad underneath to remove all loose dirt. Clean the Formica by wiping with a cloth wrung out of warm soapy water to remove maximum dirt. Rinse thoroughly with a clean cloth wrung of clean warm water to remove all dirt and soap completely.Buff to shine with a non-fluffy cloth.
    2. Mirror (4mks)
      Shake the containers of the glass cleaner, hold it 15cm away and spray it sparingly, spread the cleaner with a soft cloth all over the mirror. Rub hard to remove all stains. Buff the mirror and the frame with a clean soft lint free cloth to shine.Clean and store all equipment and material for later use.

SECTION C

1. Describe how to take measurements of the following body parts.
  1. Inner trouser length
    Take measurements from the crotch to the desired length of the person
  2. Hips
    Take measurements around the widest and fullest part of the hips approximately 15 to 18cm below the waist line of the person
  3. Crotch length
    Take measurements of the person in a sitting position from waist to top of the cut
  4. Wrist measurement
    Take measurements around the natural waistline
2. Mention four points to consider when planning meals for young children, (4mks)
  The meal should be balanced
  Serve food in small quantities.
  Provide food that requires chewing to strengthen teeth.
  Serve and present food attractively.
  The food should not be overflavoured.
3. Give your importance of habitat training (4mks)
  Teach child to be responsible for his items.
  Good etiquette to encourage proper (breathing and physical fitness).
  Motivate to boost the childs self-confidence.
  Establish and maintain relationship with others.
4. Outline four roles of advertisement
  .Informs the consumer on the availability of certain goods or services and how to access them
  .It is a quick and effective way of passing information about a new product
  .Gives information on the varieties available for a specific product
  .Gives additional information about the product eg nutritive value of foods or the characteristics of a textile fabric
5. Briefly state the uses of the following Alkalis in the home (4mks)
  1. Sodium hydroxide – for removing fatty grease from cookers, ovens and sinks.
  2. Ammonia for removing grease from surfaces
  3. Sodium bicarbonate for softening hard water for laundry work.
  4. Borax for removing stains from delicate fabrics made from animal fibres such as wool and silk-Making homemade starch.
1. Describe four methods of disposing household refuse (4mks)
  1. Burning
    Piece of hair, papers and clothes should be burnt.
  2. Burying
    Broken bottles, glass, pots and empty tins should be buried in a deep hole.
  3. Feeding the animals
    Vegetable peels such as peas, cabbage, maize and remains of food can be used to feed domestic animals.
  4. Converting refuse to manure
    Plant leaves, flowers and vegetable peels should be collected and put in a compost pit to decompose and form manure.
  5. Recycling
    Certain types of inorganic refuse, such as plastic containers and bottles are treated using chemicals and they re-used.
  6. Collection by local authorities
    In the urban areas (towns and cities), the local; authority collects the refuse and disposes it of in designated areas.
2. Give your points to observe when laying pattern pieces onto prepared fabric before cutting out. (4mks)
  1. Ensure that the pattern pieces are flat so as to achieve the accurate results.
  2. All the required pattern pieces should be available so that all parts of the garment are cut at the same time.
  3. All pattern pieces should be firmly pinned onto the fabric to ensure accuracy. Study the pattern….. …..and the layout.
  4. The work surface should be large enough to accommodate the whole fabric.
    Pins should not be sticking out to avoid damaging the scissors or hurting the workers.
  5. Use sufficient number of pins for efficiency.
3. List four contents of a first aid kit and their uses respectively (4mks)
  1. Cold water – poured on burns/scald to relieve pain
    reduces damage to skin
  2. Antiseptic solution – clean wounds.
  3. Petroleum jelly – soothes burns.
  4. Sterile gauze – covers wounds.
  5. Plastics – cover minor cuts.
  6. Cotton wool – used to clean off fluids.
  7. Tweezers- remove foreign botches from muscles,
  8. Safety pin – fastens bandage.
  9. Disposable gloves – to wear for protection of first aid when attending to victim.
  10. Clean drinking water – to quench thirst.
  11. Chemical thermometers – to take temperature of victim.
  12. Small pair of scissors – to cut bandage.
  13. Triangular sling – to support fractured limb.
4. Outline four advantages of mortgaging as a way of providing shelter
  Enables one with low income to acquire the house
  The buyer starts enjoying the house after paying a amall deposit
  .It gives the buyer a chance to comfortably and conveniently pay small regular installments
  It promotes optimal spending by the family because it somehow forces one to plan income expenditure
5. Explain four factors which may affect the eating habits of a community (5mks)
  Culture and Traditions
  In some African communities, when an animal is slaughter, different Parts are eaten by different groups according to age or genders.
  Food Availability
  Most tend to eat foods which are locally available because they are familiar e.g. those around lakes, cherish fish and those in potato zones cherish potatoes.
  Food Taboo
  Customs or beliefs that forbid the use of a type of food by a particular group of people.
  Income
  The amount of money families in the community earn will greatly influence the kind of food they eat. Rich families eat more fat and protein food compared to those with less income.
  Lifestyle
  The kind of lifestyle one leads influences eating habit as some people may be too busy to have time for 3 meals hence end up with one meal.
  Calamities
  Droughts and floods affect crops, leaving people with no choice over what they eat.
  Religious Beliefs
  Some religions forbid eating certain foods, Islam forbid eating pork.
  Ignorance
  People who are ignorant or lack knowledge on nutrition will tend to eat meals that are not balanced.
1. Explain four factors that determine the repair method to be used on an article. (4mks)
  1. Size of the tear
    A patch is better for a larger tear since its strong.
  2. Weight of Fabric Construction
    …..is more suitable on heavy fabric than patching.
  3. Method of fabric construction
    ………… is suitable for knitted fabric than woven
  4. Cleaning Method
    Articles that require washing using the friction method are better patched.
  5. Effect desired
    A decorative patch would be suitable, if one wants to crate interest bit calico would be to give strength.
2. Explain four points on the care of a lactating mother. (4mks)
  Provide a balanced diet with lots of fluids, iron, calcium and proteins to ensure sufficient supply of healthy milk to the baby.
  The baby should be held in a comfortable position when sucking so as not to choke.
  The mother should observe high hygiene standard to avoid infection of herself and baby. Ensure ample time to the mother for adequate rest to guarantee a happy and healthy baby,
  Provide plenty of support in cleaning so that the mother is not overwhelmed thus stressed.
  Assist to provide complementary feed whenever possible for rapid growth of baby.
3. A bodice block of a blouse is given below, indicate your possible pattern markings and their uses respectiv4ely.(4mks).
  Drawn on diagram
  Straight grain - solid line with arrows on both ends to position pattern pieces on straight thread.
  Dart-shape/control fullness. Single notch
  Notch- matches different pieces. Along cutting line
  Seam line- Stitching line, construction lines, fitting line permanent stiches worked broken line.
  Dot - balance points matched with other similar dots. ( 2 seams meet, gathers made, on darts, collar points, shoulder seams fall on sleeve heads).
4. Explain four ways of introducing air into flour mixtures. (4mks)
  Sieving – it aerate flour. The more it is sieved the greater the aeration.
  Beating – it introduces air into flour mixture such as in making ………..
  Creaming – fat and sugar trap air as the mixture is creamed.
  Whisking- when egg and sugar are whisked together, air is trapped.
  Rubbing in – air is trapped
  Folding – pastry folding traps air into layers.
5. State and explain four factors that may affect family saving. (4mks)
  1. Loss of income
    When one loses source of income, he may be forced to use the savings, hence it may not be possible to save any more for emergencies.
  2. Increase income
    An increase in income enables one to have more money thus increase the amount available for saving.
  3. Change in set goals
    when one changes, priorities /goals, it affect savings because one incurs more expenses or costs on the new needs thus, may reduce/increase amount available for saving.
  4. Inflation
    An increase in the prices of commodities will result in more money being allocated in order to meet needs; as a result, one may not have much to save.
  5. Lack of commitment
    When a budget is not strictly followed, one may end up buying items not needed and thus reduction of money available for saving.