MINISTRY OF EDUCATION

CENTRAL PROVINCE HEAZ

GRADE 9 MOCK EXAMINATIONS 2023

HOME ECONOMICS 601/1

TIME: 2 HOURS 30 MINUTES

NAME: …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

CLASS: ……………………………………………………SCHOOL………………………………………………………………….

DISTRICT: ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

INSTRUCTIONS: Answer all the questions. Each section carries the same marks.

SECTION A: Food and nutrition (25 marks)

SECTION B: Home management (25 marks)

SECTION C: Wealth education (25 marks)

SECTION D: Needle work (25 marks)

SECTION A: (25 MARKS)

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FOOD AND NUTRITION

1. Write down four points to consider when planning the meal for the family.
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(4 marks)

2. Name two types of vegetarians

i. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
ii. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(2 marks)

3. Who is a convalescent?
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(1 mark)
4. What nutrient deficiency would cause
i. Scurvy…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
ii. Goiter……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
iii. Rickets………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
iv. Anaemia……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
( 4 marks)
5. Mention the two groups of methods of cooking.
i. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
ii. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(2 marks)

6. Why is it not advisable to re-heat food more than once? Give one reason.
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(2 marks)
7. State two ways in which vegetables can be preserved
i. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
ii. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

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8. Name three classes of beverages. Give one example in each case.

i. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
ii. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
iii. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(3 marks)
9. List down atleast two types of convenience foods on the market.
i. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
ii. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(2 marks)
10. Mention two ingredients that can be used in place of pounded groundnuts when
preparing pumpkin leaves.
i. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
ii. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

(2marks)

11. Give one example of snacks that can be made from a local food such as Pumpkin.
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(1 mark)

SECTION B: (25 MARKS)

HOME MANAGEMENT

12. Name one household pest found in the home.

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(1 mark)
13. Explain the importance of having a kitchen garden.
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(1 mark)
14. Mention one type of budget.
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(1mark)

15. Wood is divided into two groups. Name the groups

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ii. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
(2 marks)
16. Write two ways of finishing wood.
i. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
ii. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
(2 marks)
17. Lighting is important in the home. List two types of lighting that you know.
i. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
ii. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
(2 marks)
18. List two types of toilets.
i. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
ii. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(2 marks)
19. Distinguish natural fibres from synthetic fibres.
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(1 mark)
20. Identify atleast two types of soft furnishing.
i. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
ii. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(2 marks)
21. Name three main ingredients used in soap making.
i. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
ii. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
iii. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
(3 marks)

22. Draw the following care labels

i. Dry flat

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 ii. Do not iron

(2 marks)

23. Give three reasons for soaking clothes before washing.

i. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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ii. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(3 marks)
24. Which method of washing is suitable for woollen garments
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(1mark)
25. Name two types of irons commonly used in laundry.
i. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
ii. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(2 marks)

SECTION C: 25 MARKS)

HEALTH EDUCATION

26. Explain two consequences of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV and AIDS in
pregnancy.
i. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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ii. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(2 marks)
27. What term is used to describe a woman who has completely stopped menstruating due
to old age?

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(1 mark)
28. Name two types of expectant mothers who should give birth at the hospital.
i. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
ii. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
(2 marks)
29. Mention any two circumstances that may cause a baby to be bottle feed.
i. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
ii. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
(2 marks)
30. Mention two methods of child spacing
i. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
ii. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
(2 marks)
31. Give atleast two pieces of information found on the child’s clinic card.
i. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
ii. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
(2 marks)
32. Mention one immunization that is given to children at the under-five clinic.
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(1 mark)
33. Give any two children’s common ailments
i. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
ii. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(2 marks)
34. Toys are very important to children. Write two points to consider when buying toys for
children.
i. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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ii. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(2 marks)
35. Define the following terms;
a. Incubation period
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(1 mark)
b. Immunization

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(1 marks)
36. Outline any two stages of child development
i. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
ii. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(2 marks)
37. Toys are very important to children. Write two points to consider when buying toys for
children.
i. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
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ii. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(2 marks)
38. Mention three types of teeth found in an adult.
i. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
ii. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
iii. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(3 marks)

SECTION D

NEEDLE WORK (25 MARKS)

39. Draw the following pattern markings;

i. Direction of stitch

ii. Place on fold

(2 marks)
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40. List two types of crafts on the market today.
i. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
ii. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

(2 marks)

41. Give two entrepreneurship skills that would undertake in needle work to raise money.
i. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
ii. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
(2 marks)
42. Name four (4) measurements needed for a dress
i. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
ii. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
iii. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
iv. ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(4 marks)
43. Describe the use of the following needle work tools:
a. Measuring card…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(1 mark)
b. Tracing wheel…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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(1 mark)
c. Tailors chalk……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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( 1mark)
d. Pinking shears…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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(1 mark)
e. Between needle…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(1 marks)
44. Name four fastenings suitable on children garments.
i. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
ii. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
iii. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
iv. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
(4 marks)
45. List any two items that can be made using beads.
i. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
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(2 marks)
46. There are three basic methods of introducing colour to the fabric. Mention any one of
them………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(1 mark)

47. Define the following terms used in needle work.

a. Fray…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
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(1 mark)
b. Hem……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
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(1 mark)
c. Lay ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

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(1 mark)