Examination on Home Economics
Class: Primary 6
Term: Third Term
Time: 1 Hour
Total Marks: 70

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

1. ________ is a room or area specially designed and equipped for food preparation. (a) Living room (b) Bathroom (c) Kitchen (d) Bedroom
2. Which of the following is a common kitchen layout? (a) Zigzag (b) Circle (c) U-shaped (d) Triangle
3. The main reason for keeping kitchen surfaces smooth and crack-free is to ________. (a) make it look nice (b) prevent pests (c) save money (d) make cooking easier
4. The ________ kitchen is characterized by its open design and modern appliances. (a) traditional (b) old (c) modern (d) ancient
5. All of these are materials used for cleaning the kitchen except ________. (a) broom (b) mop (c) dustbin (d) television
6. Which of these is NOT a safety practice to prevent home accidents? (a) Covering food (b) Leaving floors wet (c) Proper storage of sharp objects (d) Keeping floors non-slippery
7. An example of a weekly cleaning activity in the kitchen is ________. (a) washing dishes (b) sweeping the floor (c) scrubbing and disinfecting drains (d) wiping counters
8. The correct step in planning a kitchen involves considering the ________. (a) colour of the walls (b) position of the door (c) type of curtains (d) number of chairs
9. Which of these is not a content of a first aid box? (a) Cotton wool (b) Bandages (c) Plasters (d) Cooking oil
10. ________ refers to measures taken to maintain cleanliness and health in the kitchen. (a) Food safety (b) Kitchen hygiene (c) Home management (d) Cooking
11. A kitchen layout where all appliances and counters are along one wall is called a ________. (a) parallel line (b) L-shaped (c) one-wall/corridor (d) U-shaped
12. To avoid household odour, it is important to ________. (a) leave food uncovered (b) dispose of waste regularly (c) keep windows closed (d) cook strong-smelling food often
13. What is the primary purpose of first aid? (a) To replace medical treatment (b) To provide immediate care before medical help arrives (c) To diagnose illnesses (d) To perform surgery
14. Which type of kitchen focuses on functionality and efficiency, often with built-in appliances? (a) Traditional (b) Modern (c) Rural (d) Outdoor
15. Daily cleaning of the kitchen typically includes ________. (a) deep cleaning the oven (b) scrubbing the floor (c) wiping down work surfaces (d) cleaning the refrigerator
16. Keeping floors dry and non-slippery helps prevent ________. (a) pests (b) odour (c) accidents (d) food spoilage
17. A factor to consider when planning a kitchen’s size and type is the ________. (a) number of televisions (b) family size (c) car model (d) type of pet
18. Bandages in a first aid box are used for ________. (a) cleaning wounds (b) covering wounds and holding dressings (c) pain relief (d) measuring temperature
19. Which of the following is a guideline for maintaining kitchen hygiene? (a) Leaving dirty dishes overnight (b) Washing hands before and after handling food (c) Storing raw and cooked food together (d) Using a dirty sponge to clean counters
20. A kitchen with appliances and counters on two opposite walls is known as a ________ layout. (a) U-shaped (b) L-shaped (c) parallel lines (d) one-wall

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

1. (a) Define a kitchen. (2 marks)
(b) Mention two types of kitchens and briefly describe one. (3 marks)
(c) List three materials or equipment used for keeping the kitchen clean. (3 marks)
(d) State two daily cleaning activities in the kitchen. (2 marks)

2. (a) Explain what is meant by kitchen hygiene. (2 marks)
(b) Describe any two common kitchen layouts you know. (3 marks)
(c) Identify two factors to consider when planning a kitchen. (3 marks)
(d) Give two reasons why it is important to maintain kitchen hygiene. (2 marks)

3. (a) What is the meaning of first aid? (2 marks)
(b) List three contents of a first aid box. (3 marks)
(c) State three ways to prevent household pests and odour in the kitchen. (3 marks)
(d) Mention two safety practices that can prevent home accidents. (2 marks)

4. (a) Name two items found in a first aid box and state their uses. (3 marks)
(b) Outline two guidelines for maintaining good kitchen hygiene. (2 marks)
(c) Describe three activities involved in weekly cleaning of the kitchen. (3 marks)
(d) Why is first aid readiness important in the home? (2 marks)

Objective Marking Scheme

Question 1 – ✅ (c) Kitchen
Question 2 – ✅ (c) U-shaped
Question 3 – ✅ (b) prevent pests
Question 4 – ✅ (c) modern
Question 5 – ✅ (d) television
Question 6 – ✅ (b) Leaving floors wet
Question 7 – ✅ (c) scrubbing and disinfecting drains
Question 8 – ✅ (b) position of the door
Question 9 – ✅ (d) Cooking oil
Question 10 – ✅ (b) Kitchen hygiene
Question 11 – ✅ (c) one-wall/corridor
Question 12 – ✅ (b) dispose of waste regularly
Question 13 – ✅ (b) To provide immediate care before medical help arrives
Question 14 – ✅ (b) Modern
Question 15 – ✅ (c) wiping down work surfaces
Question 16 – ✅ (c) accidents
Question 17 – ✅ (b) family size
Question 18 – ✅ (b) covering wounds and holding dressings
Question 19 – ✅ (b) Washing hands before and after handling food
Question 20 – ✅ (c) parallel lines