Home Economics First Term Exam Review Home Economics JSS 1 First Term Lesson Notes Week 12

Home Economics JSS 1 First Term Examination – Week 12


Instructions for Teachers:

  1. Ensure Fairness: Monitor the exam room to prevent any form of cheating. Ensure that every student follows the examination rules.
  2. Distribute Papers: Hand out the exam papers to each student with clear instructions on how to complete them.
  3. Explain the Instructions: Briefly explain the exam instructions to the students before they start.
  4. Timing: Ensure that students adhere to the allotted time for each section of the exam.
  5. Provide Help: Clarify any doubts students may have about the instructions or questions, but do not provide answers.
  6. Collect Papers: Ensure that all exam papers are collected at the end of the examination to avoid any discrepancies.

Instructions for Students:

  1. Read Carefully: Read all the instructions and questions carefully before starting.
  2. No Cheating: Do not copy from other students or use unauthorized materials. This is against the rules and will be penalized.
  3. Answer Neatly: Write your answers clearly in the spaces provided.
  4. Time Management: Manage your time wisely to ensure you complete all sections.
  5. Stay Calm: If you don’t understand a question, move on to another one and return if time permits.
  6. No Talking: Do not talk to other students during the exam.

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

  1. Food ______ can be harmful and cause illness.
    a) Nutrients
    b) Contaminants
    c) Additives
    d) Flavors
  2. Drug abuse can lead to ______ problems.
    a) Financial
    b) Physical
    c) Mental
    d) Academic
  3. Good posture helps prevent ______ pain.
    a) Leg
    b) Back
    c) Neck
    d) Hand
  4. Teeth are essential for ______ food.
    a) Cooking
    b) Chewing
    c) Storing
    d) Serving
  5. Eating ______ fruits is unsafe.
    a) Fresh
    b) Ripe
    c) Spoilt
    d) Clean
  6. Healthy eating involves eating a ______ diet.
    a) Balanced
    b) Fast
    c) Processed
    d) Sweet
  7. Exercise helps to maintain good ______.
    a) Posture
    b) Memory
    c) Sight
    d) Taste
  8. The skin helps regulate body ______.
    a) Weight
    b) Temperature
    c) Speed
    d) Strength
  9. Food contaminants can be caused by ______.
    a) Cooking
    b) Washing
    c) Pesticides
    d) Freezing
  10. Good posture can be maintained by ______ straight.
    a) Sitting
    b) Lying
    c) Standing
    d) Sleeping
  11. The function of the skin includes ______ protection.
    a) Visual
    b) Sound
    c) Physical
    d) Mental
  12. Drug abuse can affect ______ health.
    a) Financial
    b) Emotional
    c) Physical
    d) Social
  13. Undercooked food may contain harmful ______.
    a) Vitamins
    b) Bacteria
    c) Carbohydrates
    d) Proteins
  14. Healthy eating habits include washing ______ before meals.
    a) Clothes
    b) Hands
    c) Plates
    d) Floors
  15. Teeth help in ______ food for digestion.
    a) Preparing
    b) Spicing
    c) Storing
    d) Cooking
  16. Food contaminants include ______ and pesticides.
    a) Fresh fruits
    b) Clean water
    c) Spoiled food
    d) Cooked meat
  17. The skin helps to ______ the body from infections.
    a) Expose
    b) Protect
    c) Exclude
    d) Increase
  18. Drug abuse leads to ______ in social life.
    a) Improvement
    b) Growth
    c) Problems
    d) Success
  19. Exercise improves ______ and overall health.
    a) Sight
    b) Memory
    c) Posture
    d) Hearing
  20. Banned additives in food are ______.
    a) Safe
    b) Approved
    c) Harmful
    d) Beneficial
  21. Teeth are used for ______ food before swallowing.
    a) Chewing
    b) Seeing
    c) Hearing
    d) Tasting
  22. The skin plays a role in regulating body ______.
    a) Speed
    b) Temperature
    c) Weight
    d) Color
  23. Healthy feeding practices include using ______ foods.
    a) Fresh
    b) Processed
    c) Expired
    d) Spoilt
  24. Drug abuse can cause ______ health issues.
    a) Positive
    b) Neutral
    c) Negative
    d) Minimal
  25. Food contaminants can cause ______ illnesses.
    a) Rare
    b) Common
    c) Exciting
    d) Enjoyable
  26. Good posture prevents ______ pain and discomfort.
    a) Hand
    b) Leg
    c) Back
    d) Ear
  27. Healthy eating includes chewing food ______.
    a) Quickly
    b) Slowly
    c) Irregularly
    d) Not at all
  28. Food contaminants can result from ______ or spoilage.
    a) Freezing
    b) Cleaning
    c) Pesticides
    d) Storing
  29. Drug abuse can impact both ______ and emotional health.
    a) Physical
    b) Financial
    c) Social
    d) Intellectual
  30. Exercise helps in maintaining ______ health.
    a) Poor
    b) Good
    c) Bad
    d) Irregular

Part B: Theory Questions (Short Answer)

  1. What are the effects of food contaminants on health?
  2. How does drug abuse affect mental health?
  3. Explain the role of teeth in digestion.
  4. Describe the importance of maintaining good posture.
  5. What are the signs of spoiled food?
  6. How can you ensure food safety in your diet?
  7. Explain how the skin helps regulate body temperature.
  8. Describe the impact of exercise on overall health.
  9. What are the consequences of eating undercooked food?
  10. How can drug abuse affect social relationships?
  11. What are some healthy eating habits?
  12. How do you maintain good posture while sitting?
  13. Explain the role of good nutrition in preventing diseases.
  14. What are common food contaminants?
  15. How does drug abuse impact physical health?
  16. Describe the function of the skin.
  17. How can you protect your skin from damage?
  18. What are the benefits of regular exercise?
  19. How can you identify and avoid banned additives in food?
  20. Explain the role of teeth in food preparation.
  21. What are the guidelines for maintaining good posture?
  22. How does drug abuse lead to addiction?
  23. What are some methods to prevent foodborne illnesses?
  24. Describe how food contaminants can affect children.
  25. How can you ensure your diet includes all necessary nutrients?
  26. What is the importance of washing hands before meals?
  27. How does the skin protect the body from external elements?
  28. Explain the effects of unhealthy eating practices.
  29. Describe how exercise contributes to good posture.
  30. What steps can you take to avoid drug abuse?

Part C: True or False Questions

  1. True or False: Food contaminants can include bacteria and pesticides.
  2. True or False: Drug abuse only affects physical health.
  3. True or False: Good posture prevents back pain and discomfort.
  4. True or False: Spoilt food is always safe to eat if it looks fine.
  5. True or False: Banned additives are considered harmful.
  6. True or False: Exercise improves posture and overall health.
  7. True or False: The skin helps in regulating body temperature.
  8. True or False: Undercooked food can be contaminated with harmful bacteria.
  9. True or False: Drug abuse has no impact on social life.
  10. True or False: Healthy eating includes washing hands before meals.
  11. True or False: Teeth help in chewing food for digestion.
  12. True or False: Good posture can be achieved by standing up straight.
  13. True or False: Food contaminants can result from improper storage.
  14. True or False: The skin only protects the body from external elements.
  15. True or False: Healthy eating habits include chewing food properly.
  16. True or False: Drug abuse can lead to mental health issues.
  17. True or False: Exercise does not impact posture.
  18. True or False: Fresh fruits are always safe to eat.
  19. True or False: The skin helps in temperature regulation and protection.
  20. True or False: Regular check-ups can help prevent drug abuse issues.
  21. True or False: Spoilt fruits should be avoided.
  22. True or False: Drug abuse improves physical health.
  23. True or False: Food contaminants include pesticides and spoilage.
  24. True or False: Exercise is important for maintaining good posture.
  25. True or False: The skin only has a protective function.
  26. True or False: Chewing food properly is a healthy eating habit.
  27. True or False: Drug abuse does not affect emotional health.
  28. True or False: Food safety practices include avoiding undercooked food.
  29. True or False: Healthy eating includes consuming a balanced diet.
  30. True or False: The skin plays no role in regulating body temperature.

Part D: Fill in the Gaps Questions (Without Options)

  1. The ______ helps protect the body from infections.
  2. Drug abuse can lead to ______ health issues.
  3. Teeth are used for ______ food.
  4. Spoilt food may contain harmful ______.
  5. Healthy eating involves a ______ diet.
  6. Undercooked food can be contaminated with harmful ______.
  7. Good posture helps prevent ______ pain.
  8. The skin helps to ______ body temperature.
  9. Banned additives in food can have harmful ______.
  10. The teeth help in breaking down ______.
  11. Healthy feeding practices include consuming ______ fruits.
  12. Drug abuse can affect both ______ and physical health.
  13. Exercise improves ______ and overall health.
  14. Food contaminants can be caused by ______ or spoilage.
  15. The skin has a role in ______ and protection.
  16. Healthy eating involves washing ______ before meals.
  17. Exercise contributes to maintaining good ______.
  18. Food contaminants include ______ and pesticides.
  19. The skin helps to ______ the body from external elements.
  20. Drug abuse can lead to ______ in social relationships.
  21. Teeth are used for ______ food before swallowing.
  22. Spoilt food should be ______.
  23. Good posture can be achieved by ______ straight.
  24. Food safety involves avoiding ______ food.
  25. Healthy eating includes chewing food ______.
  26. The skin helps to ______ body from infections.
  27. Regular exercise helps in maintaining good ______.
  28. Drug abuse can lead to ______ health problems.
  29. Contaminants in food can come from ______ and improper storage.
  30. The skin regulates body ______ and protects from harm.

Comprehensive exam review for Home Economics JSS 1. Includes objective, theory, true/false, and gap-fill questions for effective revision

Examination malpractices may lead to a repeat of the subject or suspensions don’t be involved.   

SUBJECT: HOME ECONOMICS        CLASS: J.S.S.1    TIME: 11/2 HRS   

  1. ___________ is responsible for balancing in movement is (a) ear (b) nose (c) leg (d) skin
  2. A narrow tube in the skin where each hair grows is (a) hair follicle (b) pore (c) scalp (d) organ
  3. The common parasite that lives on the hair is (a) dandruff (b) lice (c) germs (d) ring worm
  4. Which of these is an artificial hair?  (a) Wig (b) weavon (c) attachment (d) all of the above.
  5. Which of these is an organ of sight? (a) nose (b) mouth (c) eyes (d) ear
  6. Which of these is used for washing the hair (a) omo (b) soda (c) shampoo (d) morning fresh?
  7. One of the following body parts is used for tasting (a) hand (b) mouth (c) nose (d) tongue.
  8. One of the following is not an important consideration when choosing hair comb (a) length of hair (b) amount of hair (c) type of hair (d) type of market.
  9. The sensitive part where image is formed in the eye is known as (a) eyelid (b) iris (c) lens (d) retina.
  10. The outer skin of the human being is known as (a) outer skin (b) dermis (c) epidermis (d) dermatol
  11. First set of teeth which human grow are called (a) wisdom teeth (b) junior teeth (c) child teeth (d) milk teeth 
  12. The oil gland produces ______ that lubricates the hair and softens the skin around it (a) oil (b) water (c) sweat (d) urine.
  13. __________ protects the head (a) the hair (b) the head (c) oil gland (d) oil follicle.
  14. When the sun shines, vitamin _______ is produced by the body (a) A (b) B (c) C (d) D
  15. Eating which of these foods aid good vision? (a) food rich in vitamin A (b) food rich in vitamin D (c) food rich in vitamin E (d) food rich in vitamin K.
  16. Excess heat on the scalp and hair can result in all except (a) burnt scalp (b) hair breakage (c) hair growth (d) sore scalp.
  17. The subject that helps a Home Economist to understand the working of electricity is (a) economics (b) sociology (c) physics (d) mathematics
  18. _________ means keeping the natural balance of the body aligned (a) good posture (b) manicure (c) weight lifting (d) sitting order
  19. Which of the following prevents dryness of hair and scalps? (a) brush (b) oil (c) spray (d) shampoo
  20. One of the functions of hair to the body is (a) it aids the head (b) it beautifies the head (c) it is a wig (d) it is natural
  21. These are common skin injuries except (a) wounds (b) bruise (c) cancer (d) cuts
  22. The sensory nerves which goes from the brains to the eye balls is called ________ (a) Eye ball (b) eye lashes (c) cornea (d) optical nerve
  23. Which of the following helps to keep dirt and dust from going through the pupils to the eye (a) eye brows (b) eye lashes (c) eye lid (d) cornea
  24. Reading with poor light can cause one of the following (a) make you tired (b) make you sleepy (c) strain your eyes (d) strain your mind
  25. Our ear is made up of three parts namely (a) outer, middle and end ear (b) front, outside and middle ear (c) inside, outside and delicate ear (d) outer, middle and inner ear
  26. _______ nerves helps the brain to interpret vibration sent through the ear (a) optical (b) sensory (c) auditory (d) ocular
  27. The wax in the ears can be removed by the use  of _______ (a) pencil (b) sharp object (c) cotton bud (d) all of the above 
  28. Tooth cleaning materials are _____ (a) charcoal, salt and chalk (b) vim, water and chalk (c) tooth paste, tooth brush and chewing stick (d) hand, water and charcoal 
  29. Eat —— contained food to make your teeth clean and healthy a. carbohydrates b. protein c. calcium d. none of the above
  30. Sweat is produced in the skin by —— a. epidermis b. dermis c. sweat pore d. surface skin.

Section B 

THEORY:       INSTRUCTIONS: Answer three questions in this section

  1. State four types of teeth and their functions (b) Outline three functions of the skin    (c) Mention three eye defects
  2. What is food?     (b) List and explain the three major food groups with examples
  3. State five importance of exercise (b) State three ways of preventing hair infections.(c) Explain the meaning of good posture and exercise
  4. Define drug abuse.  (b) State five effects of drug abuse on human beings.(c) Mention four examples of harmful food substances
  5. Differentiate between dermis and epidermis (a) State five skin injuries of the skin (b) Mention five examples of healthy eating practices.