Economics · Paper 2 · 2009
30 questions 🇹🇿 NECTA ✓ MS3-hour timed simulation · auto-graded · counts toward ranking
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Section A
Which part of a sewing machine holds the needle firmly in position?
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 List B i) Heat transfer method in grilling A. Conduction ii) Fabric made from synthetic fibres B. Nylon iii) Temporary joining of fabric pieces before sewing C. Basting iv) Method of heating food to destroy harmful microorganisms D. Radiation v) The main nutrient supplied by fish E. Protein F. Convection
- Heat transfer method in grilling (1 mk)
- Fabric made from synthetic fibres (1 mk)
- Temporary joining of fabric pieces before sewing (1 mk)
- Method of heating food to destroy harmful microorganisms (1 mk)
- The main nutrient supplied by fish (1 mk)
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Section B
Explain five guidelines for safe storage of cleaning chemicals in the home. State four dangers of improper storage of cleaning chemicals. List three common cleaning chemicals used in the home.
- Explain five guidelines for safe storage of cleaning chemicals in the home. (5 mk)
- State four dangers of improper storage of cleaning chemicals. (4 mk)
- List three common cleaning chemicals used in the home. (3 mk)
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Explain five reasons for including vegetables in the daily diet. State four effects of overcooking vegetables. Mention three examples of green leafy vegetables.
- Explain five reasons for including vegetables in the daily diet. (5 mk)
- State four effects of overcooking vegetables. (4 mk)
- Mention three examples of green leafy vegetables. (3 mk)
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Explain five advantages of cooking food using electricity. State four disadvantages of cooking food using electricity. List three safety precautions when using electrical cooking appliances.
- Explain five advantages of cooking food using electricity. (5 mk)
- State four disadvantages of cooking food using electricity. (4 mk)
- List three safety precautions when using electrical cooking appliances. (3 mk)
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Explain five factors to consider when choosing clothing for a baby. State four reasons why cotton is suitable for baby clothes. List three disadvantages of using nylon for baby clothes.
- Explain five factors to consider when choosing clothing for a baby. (5 mk)
- State four reasons why cotton is suitable for baby clothes. (4 mk)
- List three disadvantages of using nylon for baby clothes. (3 mk)
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Explain five personal hygiene practices that prevent the spread of diseases. State four effects of poor personal hygiene. Mention three personal hygiene items used daily.
- Explain five personal hygiene practices that prevent the spread of diseases. (5 mk)
- State four effects of poor personal hygiene. (4 mk)
- Mention three personal hygiene items used daily. (3 mk)
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Explain five ways of saving time when performing household chores. State four advantages of saving time in home management. List three household chores that can be done weekly.
- Explain five ways of saving time when performing household chores. (5 mk)
- State four advantages of saving time in home management. (4 mk)
- List three household chores that can be done weekly. (3 mk)
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Explain five guidelines for arranging furniture in a sitting room. State four advantages of proper furniture arrangement. List three examples of soft furnishings in a sitting room.
- Explain five guidelines for arranging furniture in a sitting room. (5 mk)
- State four advantages of proper furniture arrangement. (4 mk)
- List three examples of soft furnishings in a sitting room. (3 mk)
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Explain five causes of accidents in the laundry. State four first aid steps for treating cuts. List three ways of preventing burns when ironing.
- Explain five causes of accidents in the laundry. (5 mk)
- State four first aid steps for treating cuts. (4 mk)
- List three ways of preventing burns when ironing. (3 mk)
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Section C
Explain the procedures for washing and finishing a cotton dress at home.
- Explain the procedures for washing and finishing a cotton dress at home. (15 mk)
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Discuss the causes and prevention of food poisoning in the home.
- Discuss the causes and prevention of food poisoning in the home. (15 mk)
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Explain the steps in planning a balanced menu for a family of four, considering nutritional needs and budget.
- Explain the steps in planning a balanced menu for a family of four, considering nutritional needs and budget. (15 mk)
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