Home Science Questions and Answers - Form 1 Mid Term 3 Exams 2023

                                                                               SECTION A (ANSWER ALL THE QUESTIONS)

1. List down three attributes of a well-groomed person. (3mks)
2. State three undesirable effects of wearing tight fitting shoes. (3mks)
3. Differentiate between Dermis and Epidermis. (2mks)
4. Highlight four undesirable behaviors that are common during adolescence in both sexes. (4mks)
5. Differentiate between the following common accidents.
   1. Suffocation and fainting (2mks)
   2. Burns and scalds (2mks)
6. Identify two ways in which medicine is abused. (2mks)
7. List down four accessories you would put on when attending an interview. (2mks)
8. Give a reason for each of the following practices when dusting surfaces.
   1. Using a folded duster. (1mk)
   2. Dusting surfaces from the top to the bottom. (1mk)
9. Suggest four well known kitchen plans. (4mks)
10. Give two responsibilities of a landlord to the tenants. (2mks)
11. State the functions of the following small kitchen equipment. (3mks)
    1. A spring balance.
    2. Rolling pins
    3. A colander
12. Point out five steps to follow in caring for your feet. (5mks)
13. Suggest three design features for a tall plump figure. (3mks)
14. State four main aims of giving first aid. (4mks)
15. Point out five points to consider when choosing brooms and brushes. (5mks)
16. Outline four points to remember when cleaning a wooden spoon. (4mks)
17. Highlight four reasons for cleaning a house. (4mks)
18. State four good reasons for polishing leather shoes. (4mks)
19. Give two symptoms of a sprain. (2mks)
20. Mention two side effects from use of medicine. (2mks)
21. State four practices you will avoid when using cosmetics. (4mks)
22. Suggest two effective methods of sterilizing a white cotton handkerchief. (2mks)
23. List down four methods of removing loose dirt. (4mks)
24. Point out four factors that influence the choice of clothes. (4mks)
25. Outline the procedure of caring for a household duster after use. (4mks)
26. Give four importances of Home Science to an individual. (4mks)
27. List down four examples of improvised abrasives. (4mks)
28. Highlight two qualities to look for when buying a dust pan. (2mks)
29. Mention four different examples of labour saving equipment. (4mks)
30. State four factors to bear in mind when buying a house. (4mks)

                                                                                        MARKING SCHEME

1. Attributes of a well groomed person:- (3mks)
   • Takes good care of the body
   • Good dressing
   • Physically fit i.e. diet, exercise, enough sleep
   • Has good interpersonal skills
   • Practices proper etiquette.
2. Undesirable effects of wearing tight shoes. (3mks)
   • Press the feet, distorting shape.
   • Can cause growth of corns
   • Can cause growth of bunions.
3. Difference between Dermis and Epidermis.
   • Dermis is the inner layer of the skin while epidermis is the outer.
   • Epidermis consists of dead cells while dermis contains living cells.
4. Undesirable behaviors in adolescents:-
   • Stooping in girls to hide breasts.
   • Refusal to participate in discussions to hide deep voices in boys.
   • Wearing oversized clothes to hide body curves in girls.
   • Refusing to eat in fear of gaining weight – girl i.e. Anorexia Nervosa.
5. Differences between:- (2mks)
   1. Suffocation and fainting
      • Suffocation occurs when there is insufficient supply of fresh air while fainting occurs because of temporary inadequate supply of blood to the brain.
   2. Burns and scalds
      • Burns are caused by dry heat while scalds are caused by hot liquids.
6. Ways of abusing medicine. (2mks)
   • Taking in excess and becoming addicted.
   • Using for other reasons other than treatment.
7. Accessories for an interview.
   • A wrist watch
   • A belt
   • Tie
   • Brief case
   • Cuff links
   • Clips (Tie)
8. Reasons for the following:-
   1. Using a folded duster:-
      • A folded duster or pad has no loose corners that can pull down ornaments. (1mk)
   2. Dusting surfaces from the top
      • This ensures that no dust settles on already cleaned surfaces. (1mk)
9. Four well known kitchen plans.
   • L- plan
   • U-plan
   • Corridor plan
   • The one-wall or single-wall plan
10. Responsibilities of a landlord to the tenants. (2mks)
    • Maintain the house e.g. repair of broken taps, leaking roof.
    • Leaking roof
    • Payment of land rates and premiums.
11. Functions of each of the following:- (3mks)
    • Spring balance:- for weighing ingredients.
    • Rolling pins:- for rolling out dough
    • A colander:- for draining water from pasta and vegetables.
12. Steps on the care of the feet. (5mks)
    • Collect all items required.
    • Use warm water and a suitable soap.
    • Use a pumice stone to remove dead cells.
    • Remove the dirt in the nails using a nail file.
    • Scrub the toenails using a nail brush
    • Rinse thoroughly using clean warm water
    • Dry using a clean dry towel and cut the toe nails straight across.
13. Three design features for a tall plump figure. (3mks)
    • Wear clothes of one colour from shoulder to hem to give an unbroken line.
    • Avoid large patterned fabrics as they exaggerate one’s size.
    • Avoid bright colours as they lead to make figure more full.
    • Wear designs with vertical lines which tend to reduce width/figure.
    • Avoid fluffy fabrics to avoid bulkiness.
    • Avoid tight fitting clothes, they show bulges and extra curves.
    • Use limited jewellery to avoid drawing attention to body parts.
14. Aims of giving first Aid:- (4mks)
    • To save life.
    • Help recovery
    • Relieve pain
    • Minimize further injury
    • Stop bleeding
    • Reassure the casualty.
    • Assist in seeking medical help.
15. Choice of brooms and brushes. (5mks)
    • Buy for the right purpose.
    • Soft/hard bristles according to intended purpose.
    • Firmly and closely fixed bristles.
    • Smooth and comfortable handle/length
    • Smooth curved edges.
    • Well finished smooth wooden part.
    • With a hole for storage.
16. Procedure for cleaning a wooden spoons. (4mks)
    • Collect items required.
    • Clean with warm soapy water and a scouring pad to scrub the surface.
    • Rinse thoroughly in warm water.
    • Final rinse in cold water.
    • Wipe with a dry clean cloth.
    • Leave in a warm airy place to dry completely.
    • Store in a shelve.
17. Four reasons for cleaning a house:- (4mks)
    • To preserve appearance.
    • Reduce maintenance cost.
    • For health reasons
    • To prolong life.
    • For psychological satisfaction.
    • Attractive appearance.
18. Four reasons for using polish on leather shoes.
    • To give a glossy shine.
    • To prevent cracking.
    • Make them water repellent.
    • Make them last long.
19. Signs and symptoms of sprain:- (2mks)
    • Swollen joint
    • Hot joint
    • Painful joint
20. Side effects from use of medicine. (2mks)
    • Drowsiness
    • Diarrohea
21. To avoid when using cosmetics:- (4mks)
    • Borrowing from others.
    • Applying on a dirty skin.
    • Applying too much.
    • Bleaching one’s skin
22. Sterilizing methods on a white cotton handkerchiefs. (2mks)
    • Use of salt
    • Boiling
    • Use of dettol
    • Drying under the sun.
    • Ironing hot.
23. Methods of removing loose dirt. (4mks)
    • Sweeping
    • Dusting
    • Brushing
    • Suction
24. Factors influencing choice of clothes. (4mks)
    • Figure type
    • Skin complexion
    • Existing fashion
    • Well fitting
    • Fabric texture and design
    • Weather
    • Affordable
    • Age.
25. Procedure for caring for a household duster. (4mks)
    • Collect requirements.
    • Shake outside after use.
    • Soak in cold water.
    • Wash thoroughly in warm soapy water.
    • Rinse in warm and finally in cold water to freshen.
    • Dry in the open air.
    • Dry in a well ventilated place
    • Clean dry and store used equipment.
26. Importances of Home Science to an individual. (4mka)
    • Equips an individual with knowledge and skills to improve quality of life.
    • Helps individual to adapt to the changing living conditions.
    • Prepares one to take care of their personal hygiene, clothing, resources and health.
    • Lays a foundation for career development.
27. Examples of improvised abrasives.
    • Sieved ash.
    • Crushed egg shells and sisal fibres.
    • Crushed charcoal.
    • Rough leaves.
    • Sifted sand.
28. Qualities for a dust pan.
    • Smooth edges to avoid accidents.
    • Should be strong.
    • Well shaped.
29. Four examples of labour saving kitchen equipment. (4mks)
    • Food mixers
    • Meat mincers.
    • Potato peelers.
    • Dish washers.
    • Deep fat fryers.
    • Potato chippers
    • Food warmers etc
30. Factors on buying a house:-
    • Cost – affordable
    • Value of the house
    • Location of the house
    • Construction
    • Orientation – take advantage of the natural view
    • Family requirements.
    • The reliability of the seller.