First Term Mid Term Test Examination Home Economics Primary 5 First Term Lesson Notes

Mid-Term Assessment: Home Economics Primary 5

Week 7: Mid-Term Break and Assessment

Part A: Objective Questions (20 Fill-in-the-Blank with Options)

1. A ______ is a single loop of thread that passes through fabric to join or decorate it.
   a) stitch
   b) seam
   c) knot
   d) loop
2. The ______ stitch is used temporarily to hold fabric pieces together.
   a) backstitch
   b) basting
   c) overcast
   d) cross
3. A family consisting of two parents and their children is called a ______ family.
   a) extended
   b) nuclear
   c) single-parent
   d) communal
4. The ______ is responsible for providing for the family.
   a) mother
   b) child
   c) father
   d) neighbor
5. ______ tools are used in sewing.
   a) Cooking
   b) Writing
   c) Sewing
   d) Cleaning
6. A ______ is a diagram showing the relationships among family members.
   a) family tree
   b) family map
   c) family chart
   d) family outline
7. ______ stitches are intended to be permanent.
   a) Temporary
   b) Basting
   c) Decorative
   d) Permanent
8. The ______ stitch is long and loose.
   a) backstitch
   b) tacking
   c) basting
   d) overcast
9. A ______ family includes relatives beyond the immediate family.
   a) nuclear
   b) extended
   c) single-parent
   d) compound
10. ______ is used to fasten two pieces of fabric together permanently.
    a) Stitching
    b) Basting
    c) Running
    d) Tacking
11. The ______ family type includes only one parent and their children.
    a) nuclear
    b) extended
    c) single-parent
    d) compound
12. A ______ is a strong stitch used to hold seams together.
    a) tacking
    b) running
    c) backstitch
    d) cross-stitch
13. ______ tools include needles and thread.
    a) Cooking
    b) Sewing
    c) Cleaning
    d) Gardening
14. The ______ stitch is often used for quilting.
    a) running
    b) overcast
    c) backstitch
    d) blanket
15. A ______ is a temporary stitch that is small and easy to remove.
    a) basting
    b) tacking
    c) overcast
    d) cross
16. The father’s role in the family is often to ______.
    a) care for the children
    b) cook meals
    c) provide for the family
    d) clean the house
17. A family tree helps us understand ______.
    a) our family relationships
    b) our hobbies
    c) our chores
    d) our friends
18. The ______ stitch is also called a forward and backward stitch.
    a) tacking
    b) running
    c) backstitch
    d) blanket
19. ______ tools must be handled with care to prevent accidents.
    a) Cooking
    b) Sewing
    c) Writing
    d) Cleaning
20. The mother’s role in the family is often to ______.
    a) provide for the family
    b) take care of the children
    c) repair things
    d) manage finances

Part B: Theory Questions (20 Short Answer Questions)

1. What is a nuclear family?
2. Explain the role of the mother in a family.
3. List three types of temporary stitches.
4. Define a family tree.
5. Describe the difference between a temporary stitch and a permanent stitch.
6. Why is the backstitch important in sewing?
7. What tools do we need for sewing?
8. Explain the importance of family bonding.
9. How does a basting stitch differ from a running stitch?
10. What is the purpose of a tacking stitch?
11. What is the role of the father in a nuclear family?
12. How can you classify different types of stitches?
13. What are the advantages of an extended family?
14. Describe how to care for sewing tools.
15. What is the difference between an extended family and a nuclear family?
16. What are the uses of a family tree?
17. Explain the guidelines for using sewing tools and equipment.
18. Why are temporary stitches often loose?
19. How do you create a basting stitch?
20. What are the common features of a single-parent family?

Part C: True or False Questions (20 Questions)

1. The backstitch is a temporary stitch. (False)
2. A family tree is used to show the relationships among family members. (True)
3. The father is usually responsible for cooking in a family. (False)
4. The basting stitch is a type of permanent stitch. (False)
5. An extended family includes grandparents, uncles, and aunts. (True)
6. Sewing tools include needles and scissors. (True)
7. A nuclear family consists of parents and children only. (True)
8. Temporary stitches are meant to be removed after the final stitching. (True)
9. The running stitch is always permanent. (False)
10. A family tree helps us understand family bonding. (True)
11. A tacking stitch is used to hold fabric pieces together temporarily. (True)
12. The mother’s role is only to take care of the children. (False)
13. The backstitch is used to strengthen seams. (True)
14. A single-parent family can include grandparents. (False)
15. The overcast stitch is used to finish fabric edges. (True)
16. Basting stitches should be tight and strong. (False)
17. A nuclear family can have more than two parents. (False)
18. Family bonding is important for strong relationships. (True)
19. Needles are not necessary for sewing. (False)
20. The father’s role in the family is the same in every culture. (False)

Part D: Fill in the Gaps (20 Fill-in-the-Blank without Options)

1. A ______ family includes parents and their children.
2. The ______ stitch is used to temporarily hold fabric in place.
3. A family tree is used to represent ______ relationships.
4. The father’s role is often to ______ for the family.
5. The backstitch is important for ______ seams.
6. Temporary stitches are often ______ so they can be removed easily.
7. The ______ stitch is a long, loose stitch.
8. A tacking stitch is ______ and holds fabric temporarily.
9. The mother’s role often involves ______ for the children.
10. A nuclear family does not include ______ relatives.
11. The overcast stitch is used to finish ______ edges.
12. An extended family includes ______, uncles, and aunts.
13. The ______ stitch can be used temporarily or permanently.
14. A single-parent family includes ______ parent and their children.
15. Family bonding helps to ______ relationships.
16. The running stitch is also known as the ______ stitch.
17. The role of each family member is ______ depending on culture.
18. A ______ stitch is used to temporarily fasten fabric.
19. The purpose of a family tree is to show ______ connections.
20. Sewing tools should be handled with ______ to avoid accidents.

This mid-term assessment covers a variety of topics related to Home Economics that the students have learned during the first term, including family structure, roles, relationships, and basic sewing techniques. The questions are designed to assess their understanding and ability to apply what they have learned.