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CBSE Sample Papers for Class 12 Home Science Set 1 with Solutions
Time Allowed: 3 hrs
Max. Marks: 70
General Instructions:
- All questions are compulsory.
- There are total 35 questions.
- Question paper is divided into three Sections A, B and C.
- Section A has question no. 1 to 18 (multiple choice questions) and are of 1 mark each. Question no. 14 to 18 are case based questions
- Section B has question no. 19 to 25 of 2 marks each and question no. 26 to 29 of 3 marks each.
- Section C has question no. 30 to 33 of 4 marks each and question no. 34 and 35 are of 5 marks each.
- Internal choices are given in some questions.
- Support your answers with suitable examples wherever required.
Section A (18 Marks)
Section A consists of 18 questions of 1 mark each
Question 1.
Which amongst the following do not come under International Standards? [1]
(a) FSSAI
(b) CAC
(c) WTO
(d) ISO
Answer:
(a)FSSAI
Or
Study of color is dependent on which among the following? [1]
(a) Light
(b) Contrast
(c) Rhythm
(d) Balance
Answer:
(a) Light
Question 2.
The traces of which of the following religions can be found in art and architecture of India? [1]
I. Jainism
II. Sikhism
III. Islam
IV. Zoroaristrianism
Choose the correct option.
(a) I and II
(b) I, II and III
(c) II and IV
(d) I and IV
Answer:
(b) I, II and III
Question 3.
Which of the following are included in the traditional occupations of India? [1]
I. Tile and brick making
II. Hunting and trapping birds and animals
III. Tapping Neera juice
IV. Garland making
Choose the correct option.
(a) I, II, III and IV
(b) I, II and IV
(c) I, II and III
(d) I and III
Answer:
(a) I, II, III and IV
Question 4.
Which of the following food standards are managed by FSSAI Act, 2000? [1]
I. Manufacture
II. Storage
III. Distribution
IV. Sale and import
Choose the correct option.
(a) I and II
(b) II and III
(c) I and IV
(d) I, II, III and IV
Answer:
(d) I, II, III and IV
Question 5.
Malnutrition is the underlying cause of at least 50 per cent of deaths of children under five years of age. The statistics for nutrition-related problems in our country reveal an alarming situation. Which of the following is incorrect statements? [1]
(a) Enlarged thyroid known as goitre is the most common manifestation of iodine deficiency.
(b) Haemoglobin is required for carrying oxygen in the body.
(c) Due to vitamin A deficiency growth of children are adversely affected.
(d) Protein deficiency is called as Marasmius.
Answer:
(d) Protein deficiency is called as Marasmius.
Question 6.
Community radio are being operated in which of the following locations? [1]
(a) Delhi University North
(b) Vanasthali Vidyapeeth
(c) SEWA Gujarat
(d) All of the above
Answer:
(d) All of the above
Or
Who launched the Project Village Chhatera? [1]
(a) The Government of India
(b) The Government of New Delhi
(c) Hindustan Times
(d) Both (a) and (c)
Answer:
(c) Hindustan Times
Question 7.
Knowledge in which of the following are required in order to have a career in food quality and food safety? [1]
(a) Food chemistry
(b) Food analysis
(c) Quality control
(d) All of these
Answer:
(d) All of these
Question 8.
Match the following. [1]
List I | List II |
A. Hue | 1. Common name for colour |
B. Chroma | 2. Brightness or purity of colour |
C. Texture | 3. A mark that connects two points |
D. Line | 4. Sensory impression of sight and touch |
Codes
A | B | C | D | |
(a) | 1 | 2 | 4 | 3 |
(b) | 2 | 3 | 1 | 4 |
(c) | 3 | 4 | 1 | 2 |
(d) | 4 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Answer:
(a) 1 2 4 3
Question 9.
Given below are two statements labelled as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). [1]
Assertion (A) If the community feels a sense of involvement and ownership with it, a program or institution for children will be successful.
Reason (R) Right from the start, people of management must be involved while planning for such a program.
Codes
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
(b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
(c) A is true, but R is false
(d) A is false, but R is true
Answer:
(c) A is true, but R is false
Question 10.
Poshan Abhiyaan is being implemented by which of the following Ministries? [1]
(a) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
(b) Ministry of Women and Child Development
(c) Ministry of Tribal Affairs
(d) Home Ministry
Answer:
(b) Ministry of Women and Child Development
Question 11.
Montessori schools are based on the principles of early childhood education outlined by …………… [1]
(a) Maria Montessori
(b) Jean Piaget
(c) Lev Vygotsky
(d) None of these
Answer:
(a) Maria Montessori
Question 12.
Match the following. [1]
List I | List II |
A. YSL | 1. Denims |
B. Levis Strauss | 2. The first French haute couturier to present a full pret-a-porter line |
C. Couturier | 3. Foot Treadle |
D. Issac Singer | 4. Male Dress Designer in France |
Codes
A | B | C | D | |
(a) | 2 | 1 | 4 | 3 |
(b) | 3 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
(c) | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
(d) | 2 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
Answer:
(a) 2 1 4 3
Question 13.
Given below are two statements labelled as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). [1]
Assertion (A) Being bom to rich and extravagant families does not make children invulnerable to any difficult circumstance.
Reason (R) Enough benefits, opportunities, and adequate security are provided to such children, helping them be safe and reach their full potential.
Codes
(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
(b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
(c) A is true, but R is false
(d) A is false, but R is true
Answer:
(d) A is false, but R is true
Read the passage carefully and answer question no 14 to 18.
If a person is interested in improving the way in which food is used to control, prevent and treat disease conditions then he/she can pursue career in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics. There is an expanding scope of research in physiological and psychosocial changes that are emerged by the disease conditions. The relevance of nutritional considerations in preventing, treating and curing different types of disease conditions is accepted at a larger scale. Research in this field has led to the development of drugs and nutritional supplements, rehabilitation of patients in community settings, development of dietary guidelines and nutrition education. Clinical nutritionist can also play an important role in public policy making by designing and implementing preventive and promotive nutrition programmes to handle nutritional deficiency disorders among the people. He/She may possess a position as a dietitian in hospitals or clinics, researcher in medical research establishments or nutrition supplements, food service manager or provider in hospitals etc.
Question 14.
Which among developments are the result of research in Clinical Nutrition? [1]
I. Development of drugs and nutritional supplements.
II. Rehabilitation of patients in community settings.
III. Development of dietary guidelines.
IV. Nutritional education.
Choose the correct option.
(a) I and II
(b) I, II and IV
(c) I, III and IV
(d) I, II, III and IV
Answer:
(d) I, II, III and IV
Question 15.
How can a dietician play an important role in public policy to tackle nutritional problems? [1]
I. Designing nutritional programmes.
II. Implementing nutritional programmes.
III. Analysing the impact of programmes.
IV. Discussions with Government authorities.
Choose the correct option.
(a) I and II
(b) I, II and III
(c) I, III and IV
(d) II and III
Answer:
(a) I and II
Question 16.
A dietitian can work in which of the following establishments? [1]
(a) Hospitals or Clinics
(b) Medical Research Institutions
(c) Food Service Manager
(d) All of the above
Answer:
(d) All of the above
Question 17.
……………… are not required in order to pursue a career as a nutritionist. [1]
(a) BSc degree in Home Science
(b) BSc with a specialisation in nutrition/food technology
(c) Postgraduate Diploma in Dietetics
(d) Degree in Botanies
Answer:
(d) Degree in Botanies
Question 18.
Which of the following skills are required in order to pursue a career as a nutritionist? [1]
(a) Knowledge of physiological changes in disease conditions.
(b) Changes in RDA’s or nutrient requirements in illness.
(c) Types of dietary modifications required by the patient, traditional and ethnic cuisines.
(d) All of the above
Answer:
(d) All of the above
Section B (26 Marks)
Section B consists of 7 questions of 2 marks each and 4 questions of 3 marks each
Question 19.
Ragini is a dietician. She wants to feed glucose to a patient who is very weak. Which is the best feeding route to supply glucose to the patient? [2]
Answer:
Ragini should feed glucose to a patient through intravenous feeding. In this, the patient is nourished with special solutions which are given through a drip in a vein.
Question 20.
Name some of the commonly available services in the field of ECCE. [2]
Answer:
Some of the commonly available services in the field of ECCE are as follows
- Creches
- Nursery schools
- ICDS
- Day care centres
- NGOs
- Training institutes
Question 21.
Discuss the factors which determine the texture in textile materials. [2]
Answer:
Factors which determine the texture in textile materials include fibre content, yarn processing and yarn type, fabric construction technique, fabric finishes and surface ornamentation.
Question 22.
Sujata is facing many problems with her newly purchased refrigerator. The company is not paying attention to her complaints and hence she decides to approach a consumer forum.
Which consumer right has she exercised in this case? [2]
Or
Vidya purchased a new electric kettle. She received an electric shock due to its manufacturing defect. Which consumer right of Vidya has been infringed in this case? [2]
Answer:
In the given case Sujata has exercised her Right to be Heard. This right means that consumers’ interests will receive due consideration at appropriate consumer forums. It also includes the right to be represented in various forums which help to ensure consumer welfare.
Or
In the given case, Vidya’s Right to Safety has been infringed. This is the right which refers to the right to be protected against hazardous effect that may be caused to the health or life of consumers. This right specifies that the consumer has the right to be protected against products, production processes and services which are hazardous to health or life.
Question 23.
Write a note on semi-automatic washing machine. [2]
Answer:
A semi-automatic washing machine contains two tubs-one for washing and the other for drying. Water can be manually poured to the desired level based on the clothes to be washed. This type of machine consumes less water as compared to a fully automatic model. It also requires less time for a washing cycle.
Question 24.
How SEWA can make the use of Information and Communication Technology in its programme? [2]
Or
Explain how print media is still an important tool for information in rural areas. [2]
Answer:
SEWA can include Information and Communication Technology in its work to make the initiative more effective. For this, Community Learning Centers (CLCs) have been set up in rural areas and they emphasise on IT training to build the capacity of members including areas like electrical, mechanical and IT engineering.
Or
Print media is still an important medium of passing information in rural areas. Newspapers in regional languages help in imparting knowledge to people. News on topics such as agriculture, dairy are of immense use to people especially those who are undertaking this occupation in rural areas.
Question 25.
Netra is a Development Journalism student. How can she make the best use of internet in her course? [2]
Answer:
Netra can make the use of internet in her career in many ways. The internet has enabled journalists to reach out to their audience 24 hours a day. Journalists use the internet to update information constantly. Journalists have also broadened their reach due to their adoption of the internet.
Question 26.
Discuss the concepts of career and livelihood. [1.5+1.5]
Or
Write a note on the perspective of work as a career.
Answer:
Career is a life management concept which is unique to each person and are dynamic, unfolding throughout life. It is a lifelong process which involves managing roles, maintaining a balance between paid and unpaid work, learning personal life roles and making transitions whenever or wherever needed to move towards-personally determined goals.
Livelihood is defined as a means and occupation by which a person supports oneself to meet basic needs and sustain one’s lifestyle. It also involves choice of occupation, career path and the design of work lifestyle.
Or
Work as a career is a very positive and career oriented perspective. Under this perspective, the person views his work as a path to escalate professionally in terms of higher posts or position, status, pay and responsibility. It basically refers to the progression of someone’s professional life.
A considerable amount of time and energy is dedicated towards the work by a career-oriented person. Such a person is satisfied due to the continuous advancements and achievements attained by him.
Question 27.
(a) Write a note on chemical hazards in food.
(b) How does the dietitian restore good nutrition in an individual through therapeutic diets? [1+2]
Answer:
(a) Chemical hazard are chemical or deleterious substances that can be added either intentionally or unintentionally. For example, pesticides, chemical residues, toxic metals, polychlorinated biphenyls, preservatives, food colours and other additives.
(b) Dietitian can maintain or restore good nutrition in the individual through normal and therapeutic diets. This is done by the medical nutrition therapist/ dietitian taking into account the following
- the food pattern and frequency of intake of different types of food
- diagnosis of disease and prescription given by the doctor
- the health status and physical condition including ability to eat, chew, swallow, digest and absorb the food eaten, feeling of hunger, physical activity and life style, dietary and other supplements consumed, cultural/ethnic practices and religious beliefs.
Question 28.
Write a note on functions of automatic washing machine. [3]
Or
Discuss the diying equipment process in the driers. [3]
Answer:
A fully-automatic washing machine has a single time setting of controls for each use. There should be permanent electricity and constant water supply. Here, the clothes are dried up before the end of the wash cycle.
Following functions are performed by an automatic washing machine
(i) Filling of water.
(ii) Controlling water level either automatically or manually in washing machine.
(iii) Regulation of temperature of water.
(iv) Washing to keep the fabric in movement to get rid of all the dirt.
Or
Drying in the open is the most common method of drying clothes. Driers, however, are used at commercial and institutional level. There are mainly two types of circulation systems in driers, which are as follows
(i) Air of relatively low temperature is circulated at high velocity. Room air enters the drier from under the front panel. It passes over the source of heat and then passes through the clothes and leaves through an exhaust. In this way, the humidity and the temperature of the room stays normal.
(ii) Air of high temperature is circulated slowly. After the air enters the drier and passes over the heat source, it is drawn by a small fan through perforations at the top of the drier. Then it goes downward through the clothes and out- through the exhaust. Since the movement of the air in this drier is slow, the relative humidity of the exhausted air is high.
Question 29.
Explore the outcomes of globalisation and its impact on consumers. Examine both the advantages and disadvantages associated with it. [1+2]
Answer:
Outcome of Globalisation Many foreign companies have been established in the country due to the liberal policy of the Indian government. Today a variety of products, made by multinationals that have established their manufacturing/assembly units in India or imported items, can be seen in many Indian stores. It is the outcome of globalisation.
Advantages and disadvantages of globalisation
The establishment of these manufacturing/assembly units in India provides both advantages as well as disadvantages.
The advantage can be seen with the fact that Indian consumer has a variety of products to choose from and can look for better products with competitive pricing.
The disadvantage of having a large range of products is that choosing the right product is now more difficult since one has to understand new technology, new products and new features.
Section C (26 Marks)
Section C consists of 4 questions of 4 marks each and 2 questions of 5 marks each
Question 30.
Swati is a food quality and food safety student. She is studying various aspects of food quality and food safety. In this context [2+1 +1]
(a) Write a note on Food standards.
(b) What is the aim of establishing FSSAI?
(c) Role of BIS in food quality and food safety.
Answer:
(a) Food standards are a set of criteria that a food must meet if it is to be suitable for human consumption such as source, composition, appearance, freshness, permissible additives, etc.
Hence, effective food standards and control systems are essential to integrate quality in to every aspect of food production and service, to ensure the supply of hygienic, wholesome food as well as to facilitate trade within and between nations. Food standards protect consumers from being cheated and also provide information in making food choices.
(b) The main aim of establishing FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) is to consolidate the laws relating to food.
(c) The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) deals with standardisation of various consumer goods including food products and runs a voluntary certification scheme known as ISI mark for processed foods.
Question 31.
Reena, while opening a fashion design showroom, is seeking guidance on the colour combination scheme that would enable her to curate the finest collection of designer dresses. Provide suggestions and insights regarding the colour scheme that can assist her in creating the ultimate collection. [4]
Answer:
(a) Colour schemes that can help Reema create the best collection can be divided in two groups
Related Schemes
Related schemes have at least one hue in common, These include
- Monochromatic harmony which means a harmony based on one hue. This single hue may be varied in value and/or intensity.
- Achromatic harmony which uses only neutrals such as a combination of black and white.
- Analogous harmony which refers to a colour combination using two or three hues that lie side by side on the colour wheel. Use of four or more hues may create a jumble unless each one is in very small quantity.
Contrasting Schemes
Contrasting schemes include
- Complementary harmony which refers to a harmony using two hues that lie directly opposite to one another on the colour wheel.
- Double complementary which has two pairs of complements, generally neighbours on the colour wheel.
- Split complementary harmony which is a three colour combination utilising a hue, its complement (directly across on the colour wheel) and neighbour. It may also use a hue and two neighbours of its complement.
Question 32.
(a) Explain the National Service Volunteer Scheme.
(b) Can you provide some information about the programs for the elderly implemented by the Indian government? [2+2]
Answer:
(a) National Service Volunter Scheme provides opportunities to the students who have completed their first degree.
They can involve themselves on a full-time basis for a short period of one or two years in the programmes of national development mainly through Nehru Yuva Kendras. The Nehru Yuva Kendras enable the non-student youth of rural areas towards the development in the rural areas.
(b) Some of the programmes, adopted by the Indian Government, for the elderly are as follows
- Programmes catering to the basic needs of Older Persons particularly food, shelter and health care to the destitute elderly.
- Programmes for encouraging active and productive ageing.
- Old age homes to provide food, care and shelter.
- Respite care homes and continuous care homes for older persons who live in old age homes but are seriously ill and thus require continuous nursing care and respite.
Question 33.
Raman is doing a Hospitality course from a reputed institute. He is learning about various establishments that offer hospitality services. Discuss few of such establishments. [4]
Or
Romil is specialising in consumer education field. Discuss the importance of consumer education for consumers. [4]
Answer:
There are various establishments that offer hospitality services, for example hotels, motels, lodges, resorts, and furnished apartments, etc. Some of them are discussed below
- A hotel is an establishment providing accommodation, meals, and other services for travellers and tourists.
- A motel is an establishment which provides services like hotel and parking and in which the rooms are usually accessible from an outdoor parking area.
- A lodge offers rented accommodation especially for sleeping and may not offer food and other services.
- A resort is known for its leisure attraction. It offers a broad range of amenities, sports facilities and leisure activities for ensuring a total vacation experience.
Or
Importance of consumer education for consumers is as follows
- The number of products being manufactured and sold are steadily increasing in both urban and rural markets. Consumers are now aware that manufacturers are responsible for supplying good quality products and if there is a problem, consumers have the right to redressal.
- Manufacturers can no longer take the consumers or customers for granted.
- Increasing number of consumers and volume of consumption of goods and services have made the manufacturers, suppliers or sen/ice providers realise that it is important to respect and satisfy the ‘consumer’, because consumer opinion determines the reputation of the company and its profits.
- In order to ensure their welfare, consumers have to emerge as a progressive force. They have to understand the economic system and inter relationships of individuals with each other, with business and with government.
Question 34.
(a) Explain in detail nutrient based or medicinal approach and mention programmes run in our country to tackle nutritional problems.
(b) Explain in detail HACCP. [3+2]
Or
(a) What were some of the advancements in food processing techniques during earlier times?
(b) Explain the various ways in which the food processing industry holds significance. [3+2]
Answer:
(a) There are many programmes in our country to tackle the nutritional problems. Some of these are as follows
- ICDS is an outreach programme for early childhood care and development, covering pregnant and nursing mothers and infants and young children upto 6 years.
- Nutrient Deficiency Control Programmes includes National Prophylaxis Programme for Prevention of Blindness due to Vitamin A deficiency, National Nutritional Anemia Prophylaxis programme, National Iodine Deficiency Disorder Control Programme.
- Food Security Programmes includes Public Distribution System, Antodaya Anna Yojana, Annapurna Scheme, National Food for Work Programme.
- Self-employment and wage employmentschemes.
(b) Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) is a management system in which food safety is addressed through the analysis and control of biological, chemical and physical hazards from raw material production, procurement and handling, to manufacturing, distribution and consumption of the finished product. It is just a means of providing assurance about the food safety.
Or
(a) Some of the developments in food processing techniques are discussed below
- Development of the canning process by Nicolas Appert was a decisive event in 1810. Canning had a major impact on food preservation techniques.
- Louis Pasteur’s research, in 1864, on spoilage of wine and his description of how to avoid spoilage was an early attempt to put food technology on a scientific basis. Besides wine spoilage, Pasteur conducted research on production of alcohol, vinegar, wines, beer and souring of milk.
- In the 20th century, World Wars, exploration of space and the rising demand for varied products from consumers contributed to the growth of food technology. Products such as instant soup mixes and ready-to-cook items including meals were developed, specially catering to needs of working women.
(b)The food processing industry is of enormous significance in the following manner
- It preserves the nutritive quality of food and prolongs the shelf life by preventing them from spoilage due to microbes and other spoilage agents.
- It enhances the quality and taste of food thereby bringing more choices in food items. It enhances consumer choices and allows food from other parts of the world to be a part of local market.
Question 35.
Jignesh is doing a course in Fashion designing and merchandising. [3+2]
(a) Mention any three abilities required in this field.
(b) Importance of fashion designing and fashion merchandising industry.
Answer:
(a) Abilities required in doing a course of Fashion designing and merchandising are
- Forecasting Ability The ability to forecast fashion trends is an essential part of this career. This requires a thorough knowledge of past future trends, current future trends and an awareness of how the marketing of an item contributes to these fashion trends.
- Analytical Ability Fashion merchandisers and marketers must analyse the economy as a whole, that of their companies and how a particular style will fit into and affect a consumer’s budget.
- Communication Ability An individual must possess excellent communication skills. Through strong communication skills, fashion designers or merchandiser will must be able to negotiate prices with manufacturers and they can also sell their fashion to the people.
(b) Fashion design and merchandising industry is important for thriving in business world . It will help an individual to understand how the fashion business works. It consists of all the processes involved with producing the raw material, apparel and accessories and the retail stores that sell fashion merchandise to the public. This industry is a part of the fashion business, where one can learn about textiles and the fibers used to make them.