Economics · Paper 2 · 2005
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Section A
Which of the following is the best method of storing cooked food? A. Leaving it at room temperature B. Refrigerating or freezing after cooling C. Placing near the stove D. Storing in an open basket
Section B
Match the items in List A with the correct responses in List B by writing the letter of the correct response beside the item number. List A: i) A tool used to measure liquids accurately ii) A disease caused by lack of iron iii) A cooking method suitable for tender cuts of meat iv) A process of cleaning fabric using chemicals instead of water v) A household accident caused by contact with hot fat List B: A. Dry cleaning B. Burns C. Measuring jug D. Boiling E. Anaemia F. Roasting G. Stewing H. Frying pan I. Broiling J. Grilling
- A tool used to measure liquids accurately (1 mk)
- A disease caused by lack of iron (1 mk)
- A cooking method suitable for tender cuts of meat (1 mk)
- A process of cleaning fabric using chemicals instead of water (1 mk)
- A household accident caused by contact with hot fat (1 mk)
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Section C
(a) Explain five safety precautions to observe when using electrical kitchen appliances. (b) State five ways of controlling flies in food preparation areas.
- Explain five safety precautions to observe when using electrical kitchen appliances. (5 mk)
- State five ways of controlling flies in food preparation areas. (5 mk)
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(a) Outline five principles to follow when planning a family budget. (b) Describe five problems caused by poor household waste disposal.
- Outline five principles to follow when planning a family budget. (5 mk)
- Describe five problems caused by poor household waste disposal. (5 mk)
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(a) Give five advantages of boiling food as a cooking method. (b) (i) State three disadvantages of overcooking vegetables. (ii) Mention two examples of vegetables that are best cooked by steaming.
- Give five advantages of boiling food as a cooking method. (5 mk)
- State three disadvantages of overcooking vegetables. (3 mk)
- Mention two examples of vegetables that are best cooked by steaming. (2 mk)
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(a) Explain five measures to take when storing cereals to prevent pest infestation. (b) Give five reasons why it is important to sort clothes before washing.
- Explain five measures to take when storing cereals to prevent pest infestation. (5 mk)
- Give five reasons why it is important to sort clothes before washing. (5 mk)
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(a) Describe five benefits of proper ventilation in the home. (b) Mention five possible effects of using substandard kitchen utensils.
- Describe five benefits of proper ventilation in the home. (5 mk)
- Mention five possible effects of using substandard kitchen utensils. (5 mk)
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(a) Outline five methods of preserving fruits at home. (b) (i) List three factors to consider when buying a refrigerator. (ii) State two maintenance practices for a refrigerator.
- Outline five methods of preserving fruits at home. (5 mk)
- List three factors to consider when buying a refrigerator. (3 mk)
- State two maintenance practices for a refrigerator. (2 mk)
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(a) Explain five advantages of using energy-efficient stoves in cooking. (b) State five disadvantages of using poor quality detergents for laundry.
- Explain five advantages of using energy-efficient stoves in cooking. (5 mk)
- State five disadvantages of using poor quality detergents for laundry. (5 mk)
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(a) Outline five factors that determine the choice of clothing for school children. (b) Describe five care practices for cotton garments.
- Outline five factors that determine the choice of clothing for school children. (5 mk)
- Describe five care practices for cotton garments. (5 mk)
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