Examination on Home Economics
Class: Primary 4
Term: Third Term
Time: 1 Hour
Total Marks: 70

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

1. ________ is any substance eaten to provide energy and promote growth. (a) Water (b) Food (c) Medicine (d) Supplement
2. Which of the following is a reason why people eat food? (a) To feel tired (b) To grow well (c) To become weak (d) To lose weight
3. Yam and rice are good sources of ________. (a) proteins (b) vitamins (c) carbohydrates (d) minerals
4. The main reason we eat carbohydrates is for ________. (a) body-building (b) protection (c) energy (d) repair
5. Which of these is NOT a class of food nutrients? (a) Carbohydrates (b) Proteins (c) Water (d) Vitamins
6. An effect of nutrient deficiency is ________. (a) strong bones (b) good eyesight (c) lack of energy (d) healthy skin
7. All of these are good food habits except ________. (a) washing hands (b) chewing food slowly (c) talking with food in mouth (d) eating at regular times
8. The term for lack of enough nutrients in the body is ________. (a) strength (b) deficiency (c) excess (d) balance
9. Which of these is not a factor to consider when planning meals? (a) Availability of nutrients (b) Cost of food (c) Colour of plates (d) Age of people
10. The correct step to take before eating a meal is to ________. (a) watch TV (b) wash your hands (c) play games (d) talk loudly
11. ________ is the process of deciding what to eat for a period of time. (a) Cooking (b) Eating (c) Meal planning (d) Shopping
12. Which of the following is an example of a body-building food? (a) Sugar (b) Beans (c) Butter (d) Orange
13. A ________ is a list of dishes served at a meal. (a) recipe (b) menu (c) grocery (d) plate
14. Eating an adequate diet is important for ________. (a) staying sick (b) proper growth (c) feeling weak (d) losing appetite
15. Which of these does NOT describe a nutrient? (a) A substance needed for growth (b) A substance found in food (c) A substance that makes you ill (d) A substance that gives energy
16. All of these can be served for breakfast except ________. (a) Akara and bread (b) Yam and egg (c) Rice and stew (d) Tea and biscuits
17. A good table manner is to ________. (a) chew with your mouth open (b) talk loudly at the table (c) sit properly at the table (d) pick food with your fingers
18. The main reason for planning meals is to ensure ________. (a) variety and balance (b) quick cooking (c) expensive food (d) lots of leftovers
19. An adequate diet means eating ________. (a) only one type of food (b) food in large quantities (c) enough of all necessary nutrients (d) only expensive food
20. The first step in planning a day’s meals is usually to ________. (a) go to the market (b) decide on the main dish (c) wash dishes (d) eat snacks

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

1. (a) Define “Food”. (2 marks)
(b) List three reasons why we eat food. (3 marks)
(c) What is nutrient deficiency? Give two effects of it. (3 marks)
(d) Name two common sources of carbohydrates. (2 marks)

2. (a) List three main classes of food nutrients. (3 marks)
(b) Explain the main function of carbohydrates in the body. (2 marks)
(c) Define “Adequate Diet” and state its importance. (3 marks)
(d) Give two examples of body-building foods. (2 marks)

3. (a) What is meal planning? (2 marks)
(b) List three factors to consider when planning meals for a family. (3 marks)
(c) Define “Menu”. (2 marks)
(d) Suggest a balanced meal for dinner/supper, including at least three food items. (3 marks)

4. (a) State three good food habits. (3 marks)
(b) List three good table manners. (3 marks)
(c) Why is it important to wash your hands before and after meals? (2 marks)
(d) Outline two steps in planning a day’s meals. (2 marks)

Objective Marking Scheme
Question 1 – ✅ (b) Food
Question 2 – ✅ (b) To grow well
Question 3 – ✅ (c) carbohydrates
Question 4 – ✅ (c) energy
Question 5 – ✅ (c) Water
Question 6 – ✅ (c) lack of energy
Question 7 – ✅ (c) talking with food in mouth
Question 8 – ✅ (b) deficiency
Question 9 – ✅ (c) Colour of plates
Question 10 – ✅ (b) wash your hands
Question 11 – ✅ (c) Meal planning
Question 12 – ✅ (b) Beans
Question 13 – ✅ (b) menu
Question 14 – ✅ (b) proper growth
Question 15 – ✅ (c) A substance that makes you ill
Question 16 – ✅ (c) Rice and stew
Question 17 – ✅ (c) sit properly at the table
Question 18 – ✅ (a) variety and balance
Question 19 – ✅ (c) enough of all necessary nutrients
Question 20 – ✅ (b) decide on the main dish