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Economics · Paper 2 · 2006

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Questions (15)

Section A

1. 1 mark

v) Which of the following is an example of conduction in cooking? A. Heating oil in a frying pan B. Baking bread in an oven C. Roasting meat over fire D. Boiling rice in water

A. Heating oil in a frying pan
B. Baking bread in an oven
C. Roasting meat over fire
D. Boiling rice in water
2. 5 marks

Match the items in List A with the correct responses in List B by writing the letter of the correct response below the corresponding item number in the table provided. List A: i) A disease caused by Vitamin A deficiency ii) A type of weave pattern where each weft thread crosses over and under alternate warp threads iii) A method of preserving fish using heat and smoke iv) The tool used to remove lint from fabric v) A defect in a seam caused by insufficient tension during stitching List B: A. Smoking B. Rickets C. Smocking D. Lint roller E. Night blindness F. Basket weave G. Skipped stitches H. Plain weave I. Filleting J. Felting

(i) A disease caused by Vitamin A deficiency 1 mk
(2.i) A disease caused by Vitamin A deficiency 1 mk
(ii) A type of weave pattern where each weft thread crosses over and under alternate warp threads 1 mk
(2.ii) A type of weave pattern where each weft thread crosses over and under alternate warp threads 1 mk
(iii) A method of preserving fish using heat and smoke 1 mk
(2.iii) A method of preserving fish using heat and smoke 1 mk
(iv) The tool used to remove lint from fabric 1 mk
(2.iv) The tool used to remove lint from fabric 1 mk
(2.v) A defect in a seam caused by insufficient tension during stitching 1 mk
(v) A defect in a seam caused by insufficient tension during stitching 1 mk

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Section B

3. 10 marks

Give five scientific reasons why food stored in a refrigerator can still spoil if not handled properly.

(a) Reason 1 2 mk
(b) Reason 2 2 mk
(c) Reason 3 2 mk
(d) Reason 4 2 mk
(e) Reason 5 2 mk

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4. 10 marks

Explain five textile care mistakes that can cause premature wear and tear of fabrics.

(a) Mistake 1 2 mk
(b) Mistake 2 2 mk
(c) Mistake 3 2 mk
(d) Mistake 4 2 mk
(e) Mistake 5 2 mk

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5. 10 marks

Discuss five strategies to control cross-contamination in a busy commercial kitchen.

(a) Strategy 1 2 mk
(b) Strategy 2 2 mk
(c) Strategy 3 2 mk
(d) Strategy 4 2 mk
(e) Strategy 5 2 mk

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6. 10 marks

Describe five methods of conserving energy when using cooking appliances at home.

(a) Method 1 2 mk
(b) Method 2 2 mk
(c) Method 3 2 mk
(d) Method 4 2 mk
(e) Method 5 2 mk

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7. 10 marks

Explain five socio-economic effects of poor waste management in urban areas.

(a) Effect 1 2 mk
(b) Effect 2 2 mk
(c) Effect 3 2 mk
(d) Effect 4 2 mk
(e) Effect 5 2 mk

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8. 10 marks

Give five factors to consider when selecting a cooking method for different foods.

(a) Factor 1 2 mk
(b) Factor 2 2 mk
(c) Factor 3 2 mk
(d) Factor 4 2 mk
(e) Factor 5 2 mk

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Section C

9. 20 marks

Evaluate the impact of cultural beliefs and practices on food consumption patterns in families. Provide at least five well-explained points.

(a) Point 1 4 mk
(b) Point 2 4 mk
(c) Point 3 4 mk
(d) Lightly cooked vs. well-cooked 4 mk
(e) Social Significance of Food: In many cultures, food is central to social interactions, hospitality, and family bonding. Sharing meals reinforces social ties and cultural values, influencing patterns of consumption and food sharing within families. 1 mk

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10. 20 marks

Justify the importance of quality control in the production of household textiles, giving five clear explanations.

(a) Explanation 1 4 mk
(b) Explanation 2 4 mk
(c) Explanation 3 4 mk
(d) Explanation 4 4 mk
(e) Explanation 5 4 mk

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