Examination on Home Economics
Class: JSS 1
Term: Third Term
Time: 1 Hour
Total Marks: 70

SECTION A: OBJECTIVES (40 Marks)
Instruction: Answer all questions.

1. ________ refers to the way food is prepared and consumed to promote good health. (a) Eating habit (b) Feeding practice (c) Cooking skill (d) Meal planning
2. The act of consuming more food than the body needs is called ________. (a) under-eating (b) overeating (c) balanced diet (d) dieting
3. An example of an unhealthy eating behaviour is ________. (a) chewing food slowly (b) eating balanced meals (c) talking while eating (d) washing hands before eating
4. Which of the following is a symptom of Kwashiorkor? (a) Excessive weight gain (b) Swelling of the face and legs (c) Strong bones (d) Clear skin
5. All of these are effects of healthy eating habits except ________. (a) strong immune system (b) good concentration (c) risk of chronic diseases (d) healthy growth and development
6. Which of these is NOT a common food additive? (a) Preservative (b) Colouring (c) Flavouring (d) Water
7. The main reason for adding preservatives to food is to ________. (a) make it taste sweeter (b) prevent spoilage (c) change its colour (d) increase its weight
8. The correct step in detecting additive misuse is to ________. (a) check for expiration dates (b) observe unusual colours or smells (c) taste a small portion quickly (d) eat it immediately
9. Which of these is not a harmful substance to be consumed? (a) Banned additives (b) Spoilt fruits (c) Undercooked food (d) Fresh vegetables
10. ________ is the improper use of drugs, leading to harmful effects. (a) Drug prescription (b) Drug abuse (c) Drug therapy (d) Drug dosage
11. One of the severe effects of drug abuse on the body is damage to the ________. (a) hair (b) nails (c) liver (d) skin
12. A family’s ability to satisfy its desires and goals depends on its ________. (a) wants (b) needs (c) resources (d) luxuries
13. Which of the following is an example of a human resource in a family? (a) Money (b) Land (c) Skills (d) House
14. All of these are types of family resources except ________. (a) human (b) material (c) community (d) individual
15. Which is NOT a use of family resources? (a) Meeting basic needs (b) Achieving family goals (c) Wasting time (d) Improving standard of living
16. The act of providing pleasure and enjoyment in the home is called ________. (a) work (b) entertainment (c) chores (d) education
17. A blender is an example of a simple ________ equipment used in the home. (a) serving (b) cleaning (c) cooking (d) storing
18. The arrangement of cutlery, plates, and glasses on a dining table is known as ________. (a) table setting (b) table cleaning (c) table decoration (d) table painting
19. The main reason for laying a table properly is to ________. (a) make eating faster (b) show good manners and respect (c) use all available cutlery (d) prevent food from spilling
20. Which of these is not a characteristic of a good host/hostess? (a) Welcoming (b) Attentive (c) Rude (d) Organized
21. ________ are instruments used for hand sewing or machine sewing. (a) Cooking tools (b) Gardening tools (c) Sewing tools (d) Art tools
22. The importance of sewing tools is that they help to make sewing tasks ________. (a) harder (b) impossible (c) easier and faster (d) more confusing
23. An example of a manual sewing tool is a ________. (a) sewing machine (b) iron (c) needle (d) overlocker
24. Which of the following is a non-manual sewing tool? (a) Thimble (b) Pincushion (c) Measuring tape (d) Sewing machine
25. All of these are guidelines for choosing sewing tools except ________. (a) considering quality (b) checking for durability (c) buying the cheapest available (d) ensuring suitability for task
26. Care for sewing tools includes ________ them after use. (a) leaving (b) cleaning (c) hiding (d) throwing
27. ________ is a condition caused by severe protein deficiency, often seen in children with a bloated stomach. (a) Marasmus (b) Obesity (c) Kwashiorkor (d) Anorexia
28. Drinking water while eating is considered an unhealthy eating behaviour because it can ________. (a) aid digestion (b) dilute digestive juices (c) cleanse the mouth (d) make food taste better
29. The misuse of food additives can lead to ________. (a) improved health (b) food poisoning (c) longer shelf life (d) better flavour
30. Which of these is NOT a type of food contaminant? (a) Pests (b) Dirt (c) Microorganisms (d) Vitamins
31. The main reason for a family to manage its resources effectively is to ________. (a) create more wants (b) avoid future problems (c) achieve its goals and improve welfare (d) spend money carelessly
32. A good host/hostess ensures that guests feel ________ during entertainment. (a) bored (b) uncomfortable (c) welcome and comfortable (d) ignored
33. Which of the following is a simple serving equipment? (a) Cooking pot (b) Frying pan (c) Serving spoon (d) Chopping board
34. All of these are important aspects of preparing for entertainment except ________. (a) planning the menu (b) cleaning the house (c) ignoring guest preferences (d) setting the table
35. Which of these is NOT an effect of drug abuse on the body? (a) Brain damage (b) Improved memory (c) Organ failure (d) Mental illness
36. ________ is a condition characterized by excessive accumulation of body fat. (a) Marasmus (b) Kwashiorkor (c) Obesity (d) Anemia
37. Proper storage of sewing tools helps to ________. (a) make them rusty (b) extend their lifespan (c) make them dull (d) lose them easily
38. Which of the following is an example of a material resource in a family? (a) Time (b) Energy (c) Skills (d) Furniture
39. Eating slowly and chewing food properly is an example of a healthy ________. (a) cooking practice (b) eating habit (c) serving method (d) food additive
40. Banned additives are considered harmful substances because they can cause ________. (a) delicious taste (b) health problems (c) bright colours (d) longer shelf life

SECTION B: THEORY (30 Marks)
Instruction: Answer any THREE questions.

1. (a) Define “healthy eating habits”. (2 marks)
(b) List three (3) unhealthy eating behaviours and explain one effect of each. (3 marks)
(c) Differentiate between Marasmus and Kwashiorkor, stating one cause for each. (3 marks)
(d) State two (2) benefits of maintaining healthy eating practices. (2 marks)

2. (a) What are food additives? Give two (2) examples of their uses. (2 marks)
(b) Explain two (2) ways to detect the misuse of food additives. (3 marks)
(c) Define “drug abuse” and state two (2) negative effects it has on the human body. (3 marks)
(d) List two (2) harmful substances that should not be consumed. (2 marks)

3. (a) Explain the meaning of family needs and family resources. (2 marks)
(b) Identify and explain two (2) types of family resources, giving an example for each. (3 marks)
(c) What is entertainment in the home? Give two (2) reasons why it is important. (3 marks)
(d) Mention two (2) simple cooking equipment and two (2) simple serving equipment. (2 marks)

4. (a) What are sewing tools and equipment? State their importance. (2 marks)
(b) Classify sewing tools into two (2) main categories and give two (2) examples for each category. (3 marks)
(c) Outline three (3) guidelines for choosing appropriate sewing tools. (3 marks)
(d) Describe two (2) characteristics of a good host or hostess during entertainment. (2 marks)

Objective Marking Scheme

Question 1 – ✅ (b) Feeding practice
Question 2 – ✅ (b) overeating
Question 3 – ✅ (c) talking while eating
Question 4 – ✅ (b) Swelling of the face and legs
Question 5 – ✅ (c) risk of chronic diseases
Question 6 – ✅ (d) Water
Question 7 – ✅ (b) prevent spoilage
Question 8 – ✅ (b) observe unusual colours or smells
Question 9 – ✅ (d) Fresh vegetables
Question 10 – ✅ (b) Drug abuse
Question 11 – ✅ (c) liver
Question 12 – ✅ (c) resources
Question 13 – ✅ (c) Skills
Question 14 – ✅ (d) individual
Question 15 – ✅ (c) Wasting time
Question 16 – ✅ (b) entertainment
Question 17 – ✅ (c) cooking
Question 18 – ✅ (a) table setting
Question 19 – ✅ (b) show good manners and respect
Question 20 – ✅ (c) Rude
Question 21 – ✅ (c) Sewing tools
Question 22 – ✅ (c) easier and faster
Question 23 – ✅ (c) needle
Question 24 – ✅ (d) Sewing machine
Question 25 – ✅ (c) buying the cheapest available
Question 26 – ✅ (b) cleaning
Question 27 – ✅ (c) Kwashiorkor
Question 28 – ✅ (b) dilute digestive juices
Question 29 – ✅ (b) food poisoning
Question 30 – ✅ (d) Vitamins
Question 31 – ✅ (c) achieve its goals and improve welfare
Question 32 – ✅ (c) welcome and comfortable
Question 33 – ✅ (c) Serving spoon
Question 34 – ✅ (c) ignoring guest preferences
Question 35 – ✅ (b) Improved memory
Question 36 – ✅ (c) Obesity
Question 37 – ✅ (b) extend their lifespan
Question 38 – ✅ (d) Furniture
Question 39 – ✅ (b) eating habit
Question 40 – ✅ (b) health problems