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KNEC KCSE Home Science Paper 1 – 2014 Gatundu Mock

KNEC KCSE Home Science Paper 1 – 2014 Gatundu Mock

2014 Gatundu Mock

Home Science Paper 1

SECTION A (40 Marks)

Answer all questions in this section.

1.

Identify two ways in which the skin protects the body.





 2 marks

2.

Give two factors to consider when using cosmetics.





 2 marks

3.

Mention two ways you would prevent dandruff.





 2 marks

4.

Give two limitations of using a pressure lamp for lighting.





 2 marks

5.

State three good qualities of a kitchen plan.






 3 marks

6.

Give two advantages of using commercial paper patterns.






 2 marks

7.

Define the following terms.
(i) Colostrums



(ii) Hue


(iii) Pressing



 3 marks

8.

What are effects of putting hot food in a refrigerator?





 2 marks

9.

State the two main roles of garnishing in food presentation.





 2 marks

10.

State two factors that make meat dry and tough after roasting.





 2 marks

11.

Differentiate between a rich and plain cake.




 2 marks

12.

State any three points you would note when buying a zip for a skirt.






 3 marks

13.

Mention two safety measures you should consider when arranging furniture in the sitting room.





 2 marks

14.

Give two reasons for keeping potatoes in cold water as soon as they are peeled.





 2 marks

15.

State three disadvantages of using left over foods.





 3 marks

16.

Give two roles of a shank in garment construction.






 2 marks

17.

Draw and name two different symbols likely to be found on care labels of a woolen garment.






 2 marks

18.

Name two types of tacking stitches.

 2 marks

SECTION B (20 Marks)

Answer all questions.

19.

You have visited your cousin and she requires you to help her with house chores.
(a) Describe the procedure you would follow to thoroughly clean a hurricane Lamp. (7 marks)









b) Explain how to launder her fast coloured nylon petticoat. (8 marks)















(c) Thorough cleaning an enamel plate. (5 marks)












 20 marks

SECTION C (40 Marks)

Answer any two questions from this section in the spaces provided.

20.

(a) Explain four reasons for using a time plan while performing household tasks. (8 marks)








(b) Describe how to prepare a front and back facing using one well labeled diagram. (6 marks)









(c) Suggest four problems experiment during pregnancy and give a possible cause and remedy. (6 marks)

Problem ½ mark Cause ½ each Remedy ½ each
























 20 marks

21.

(a) Explain four reasons why polythene bags are popular for storage of food in the refrigerator.
(8 marks)














(b) List four functions of beverages in a meal. (4 marks)










(c) Explain four qualities of a well constructed furniture. (8 marks)












 20 marks

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