KNEC KCSE Home Science Paper 1 – 2014 Nakuru District Mock
2014 Nakuru District Mock
Home Science Paper 1
SECTION A. (40 Marks)
Answer ALL the questions in this section in the spaces provided.
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Give Two reasons why woolens must be dried flat ……………………………………………………………………………………………………
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2 marks
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Suggest two uses of ribbons in clothing construction.
Identify three reasons why adolescents should practice proper hygiene. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………
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List two areas in a garment where diagonal tacking can be used ……………………………………………………………………………………………………
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1 marks
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Suggest two reasons for putting Napthalene balls in storage cupboards of woolen articles.
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2 marks
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Give two examples of each of the following colours.
(i) advancing colours ……………………………………………………………………………………………………
(ii) Neutral colours ……………………………………………………………………………………………………
2 marks
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Identify three points to look for when choosing carrots for juice. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………
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3 marks
10.
Mention two important nutrients necessary for the formation of red blood cells and
haemoglobin.
Mention three ways of providing variety in a meal. …………………………………………………………………………………………………
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3 marks
15.
Why is sodium bicarbonate combined with tartaric acid when preparing flour mixtures
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1 marks
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Outline three ways through which supply of breast milk may be improved.
Compulsory Answer this question in the space provided
20.
You are preparing to receive some visitors over the weekend. Explain how you will
a) Sponge and finish a dark coloured woolen skirt to wear during the occasion (7 marks)
b) Thorough clean a silver tray to be used for serving food (6 marks)
c) Wash and starch a white cotton table cloth. Use boiling water starch (7 marks) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………
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Answer any TWO questions from this section in the answer sheet provided
21.
a) Name four common seams in use today (4marks)
b) Suggest four causes of missed stitches when machining (4marks)
c) Describe six desirable qualities of an ironing board (6 marks)
d) Draw and describe six labels that can be found on a woolen garment (6marks)
20 marks
22.
a) Explain four factors that determine the efficiency of a detergent during washing. (8 marks)
b) State four precautions to take when using cooking gas (4marks)
c) Outline six points on the care of plastic kitchen waste bin (6marks)
d) Give two reasons why woolen must be dried flat under a shade (2marks)
20 marks
23.
a) Suggest Six uses of fruits in cookery (6marks)
b) Give four reasons for fortifying foods (4 marks)
c) Outline five points to consider when weaning a baby. (5marks)
d) Discuss five reasons why teenage girls can become anorexic. (5 marks)
