Second Term Examination Primary 5 Home Economics

Home Economics Primary 5 Second Term Examination

General Instructions for Teachers and Students

• Teachers: Ensure the examination environment is calm and well-supervised. Read all instructions aloud before the exam begins.
• Students:
  1. Write your name and class clearly on your answer sheet.
  2. Read each question carefully before answering.
  3. Answer all questions independently—avoid any form of malpractice.
  4. Review your work before submission.

Part A: Objective Questions (Fill-in-the-Blank with Options)

Choose the correct option (a, b, c, or d) to fill in the blank.

1. The care of the home is part of ______ studies.
   a) Social
   b) Home Economics
   c) Mathematics
   d) Biology
2. A ______ stitch is used to hold fabrics temporarily.
   a) Permanent
   b) Basting
   c) Cross
   d) Blanket
3. ______ is the first meal of the day.
   a) Lunch
   b) Dinner
   c) Breakfast
   d) Snack
4. Kitchen tools like knives and peelers should be kept ______.
   a) Dirty
   b) Clean
   c) Wet
   d) Rusty
5. Proper storage of food prevents ______.
   a) Waste
   b) Spoilage
   c) Cooking
   d) Eating
6. Water boils at ______ degrees Celsius.
   a) 80
   b) 100
   c) 120
   d) 0
7. ______ is the act of keeping the house and its surroundings clean.
   a) Gardening
   b) Housekeeping
   c) Decorating
   d) Cleaning
8. ______ are small organisms that can cause diseases.
   a) Plants
   b) Microorganisms
   c) Animals
   d) Birds
9. To sew fabric, you need a ______ and thread.
   a) Cloth
   b) Needle
   c) Table
   d) Scissors
10. Fruits and vegetables are rich in ______.
    a) Fats
    b) Vitamins
    c) Oil
    d) Sugar
11. ______ is the process of preserving food by freezing.
    a) Cooking
    b) Refrigeration
    c) Baking
    d) Boiling
12. Foods rich in protein help in ______.
    a) Growth
    b) Energy
    c) Decoration
    d) Storage
13. ______ is a permanent stitch.
    a) Running
    b) Overcast
    c) Basting
    d) Tacking
14. Clean water is ______ for good health.
    a) Important
    b) Harmful
    c) Useless
    d) Unnecessary
15. ______ is used to prevent food from getting spoilt.
    a) Oil
    b) Preservation
    c) Cooking
    d) Cleaning
16. ______ is the best way to keep germs away.
    a) Washing hands
    b) Skipping meals
    c) Sleeping
    d) Drinking water
17. Stains on clothes should be removed ______.
    a) Immediately
    b) Later
    c) Never
    d) Tomorrow
18. ______ is an example of a kitchen tool.
    a) Knife
    b) Sofa
    c) Bed
    d) Pillow
19. The family is the ______ unit of society.
    a) Smallest
    b) Biggest
    c) Richest
    d) Fastest
20. Washing dishes after meals keeps the kitchen ______.
    a) Dirty
    b) Clean
    c) Unhygienic
    d) Crowded
21. Foods like rice and bread are rich in ______.
    a) Carbohydrates
    b) Protein
    c) Vitamins
    d) Minerals
22. ______ is used to join fabrics permanently.
    a) Tacking
    b) Backstitch
    c) Basting
    d) Cross-stitch
23. The ______ is where food is cooked.
    a) Kitchen
    b) Living room
    c) Bedroom
    d) Store
24. The process of cooking with oil is called ______.
    a) Baking
    b) Frying
    c) Boiling
    d) Steaming
25. A needle should be handled with ______.
    a) Care
    b) Neglect
    c) Speed
    d) Carelessness
26. ______ are food items that give energy.
    a) Fats and oils
    b) Fruits
    c) Vegetables
    d) Water
27. Cleaning materials like brooms and mops are used to keep the house ______.
    a) Dirty
    b) Clean
    c) Wet
    d) Crowded
28. Protein-rich foods include ______.
    a) Eggs
    b) Sugar
    c) Rice
    d) Oil
29. Cooking food properly helps to kill ______.
    a) Germs
    b) Vegetables
    c) Utensils
    d) Vitamins
30. Fresh food should be kept in a ______.
    a) Freezer
    b) Drawer
    c) Bucket
    d) Cupboard

Part B: Theory Questions

Answer the following questions in your own words.

1. What is Home Economics, and why is it important?
2. Explain three ways to keep your kitchen clean.
3. List two tools used for sewing and describe their uses.
4. What is food preservation, and why is it necessary?
5. State two benefits of eating fruits and vegetables.
6. What is the purpose of temporary stitches in sewing?
7. Name three food items that are rich in carbohydrates.
8. Describe how to care for cooking utensils.
9. Mention two ways to prevent food from spoiling.
10. What are the steps involved in washing clothes?
11. Explain the importance of washing your hands before cooking or eating.
12. List two protein-rich foods and their benefits.
13. What is the difference between basting and backstitching?
14. Describe how to properly store leftover food.
15. Why is it important to clean your home regularly?
16. State two differences between temporary and permanent stitches.
17. What does it mean to blanch vegetables, and why is it done?
18. Name two microorganisms that can spoil food.
19. How can stains on clothes be removed effectively?
20. Explain why teamwork is important in a family.

Part C: True or False Questions

Write “True” or “False” for the following statements.

1. Home Economics teaches us how to care for our home and family.
2. A knife is a type of kitchen furniture.
3. Fruits and vegetables are good sources of vitamins.
4. Food preservation helps to reduce waste.
5. Temporary stitches are removed after permanent stitches are made.
6. Washing hands is not important for good health.
7. A sewing machine is used to cook food.
8. Proper food storage can prevent food poisoning.
9. A clean environment is important for healthy living.
10. Cooking kills harmful microorganisms in food.
11. Tacking is a type of permanent stitch.
12. The family is the smallest unit of society.
13. Protein is needed for growth and repair of the body.
14. Cleaning tools include brooms and mops.
15. Breakfast is the last meal of the day.
16. Fruits can spoil quickly if not stored properly.
17. Dirty utensils can attract pests and germs.
18. A needle and thread are used for sewing fabrics.
19. Frying is a method of cooking with water.
20. Teamwork in the family promotes love and unity.

Part D: Fill-in-the-Gaps Questions

Fill in the blanks with the correct answers.

1. ______ is the process of keeping food safe from spoilage.
2. A ______ stitch is used to join fabrics temporarily.
3. Clean water is ______ for good health.
4. ______ foods help provide the body with energy.
5. The kitchen should always be kept ______.
6. ______ is the act of keeping the house clean and tidy.
7. The process of cooking food with oil is called ______.
8. ______ is needed for the growth and repair of body tissues.
9. A ______ stitch is strong and permanent.
10. Fruits are rich in ______, which helps to boost immunity.
11. Leftover food should be stored in a ______.
12. Stains on clothes should be removed ______.
13. A sewing ______ is used to join fabrics together.
14. Food spoilage is caused by ______.
15. Clean utensils help to prevent the spread of ______.
16. Proper ______ of food can save money.
17. A ______ is used to cut fabrics when sewing.
18. ______ is the first meal of the day.
19. Keeping the home clean helps to prevent ______.
20. Microorganisms like bacteria can be killed by ______ food properly.