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Exam :ICSE / ISC Home Science
Document type : Question Paper
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Home Science Question Paper :
SECTION A (40 Marks)
Attempt all questions from this Section
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Question 1 :
(a) Define two dimensions of colour. [2]
(b) What type of light is suitable for a bedroom and why? [2]
(c) Suggest two ways of maintaining carpets in good condition. [2]
(d) What is the importance of a work triangle in a kitchen? [2]
(e) Write one line each on any two eating disorders among adolescents. [2]
Question 2 :
(a) Give the full form of ATM and PIN. [2]
(b) List two features of a Recurring Deposit Account. [2]
(c) Why is the signature on the specimen card retained by the bank? [2]
(d) Name two types of family budget. [2]
(e) Give two reasons on the importance of saving. [2]
Question 3 :
(a) Differentiate between growth and development. [2]
(b) Give two differences in physical maturity seen in boys and girls. [2]
(c) List any two rights of a consumer. [2]
(d) Name two adulterants found in besan (gram flour). [2]
(e) Why is salt used as a preservative? [2]
Question 4 :
(a) Mention the importance of using blues in laundry. [2]
(b) What is the need for consumer education? Give two reasons. [2]
(c) Give two differences between soaps and detergents. [2]
(d) Write one precaution each for washing and drying of woollens? [2]
(e) Name two chemical preservatives used in food preservation. [2]
Section B : (60 Marks)
Attempt any four questions from this Section
Question 5 :
(a) Suggest a colour scheme for a girl’s room with suitable reasons. [5]
(b) Mention five factors affecting the selection of fabric for curtains. [5]
(c) Discuss any five factors to be considered while planning a kitchen. [5]
Question 6 :
(a) What is the role of the family in the emotional development of an adolescent girl? [5]
(b) Discuss the role of peers during adolescence period. [5]
(c) How does the school help in shaping the personality of a teenager? [5]
Question 7 :
(a) Name the five food groups and discuss the nutritional contribution of each group. [5]
(b) Explain any five factors to be considered while planning meals for the family. [5]
(c) Give the principle and method of freezing and sun drying as common household methods of preservation of food. [5]
Question 8 :
(a) Differentiate between laundering of cotton and synthetic garments. [5]
(b) Explain the steps involved in making a family budget. [5]
(c) Give the details of the information given in a passbook and mention their significance. [5]
Question 9 :
(a) Your sister is aware of only one responsibility as a consumer i.e. use information wisely. Using appropriate examples, tell her about five other responsibilities. [5]
(b) A wise consumer uses sensible buying methods. Justify the statement. [5]
(c) While cleaning dals, it is found that the shape of grains is not uniform and deep yellow coloured water is observed while washing it. In this context
(i) give reasons for these observations.
(ii) state the health hazards of consuming such a pulse in your diet. [5]
Question 10 :
(a) Trace the social development of a child during middle childhood. [5]
(b) Give any five characteristics of cognitive development of a child of five to twelve years with the help of examples. [5]
(c) Why do adolescents suffer from body odour and how do they deal with it? [5]
Syllabus :
Part I : Theory
The paper will be divided into two Sections, A and B. Section A will consist of questions requiring short answers and will cover the entire syllabus.
There will be no choice of questions. Section B will consist of questions requiring longer answers. Candidates will be required to answer four questions. There will be a choice of questions.
1. Home furnishing :
(i) Colour and its application :
Dimensions of colour – hue, value and intensity. Prang colour wheel (primary, secondary and tertiary colours).
Colour schemes – related (monochromatic/one hue colour, analogous /adjacent) and contrasting (complimentary, double complimentary, split complementary and triad) colour schemes and their applications in the home- living room, bed room, dining room and kitchen.
(ii) Fabrics for furnishing :
Factors affecting selection of furnishing (curtains & draperies, carpets and upholstery) that can enhance the appearance of a room.
(iii) Lighting in the home :
Types of lighting (general/local & direct/indirect) Choice of adequate lighting for different rooms.
(iv) Space Organization in the kitchen :
Layout and planning of kitchens An introduction to the design of kitchen space with respect to placement of work centres for preparation, cooking, washing, service and storage for the most efficient utilization of space and saving time and energy.