CBSE Sample Papers for Class 12 Home Science Set 2 With Solutions

Students must start practicing the questions from CBSE Sample Papers for Class 12 Home Science with Solutions Set 2 are designed as per the revised syllabus.

CBSE Sample Papers for Class 12 Home Science Set 2 With Solutions

Time Allowed: 3 Hours
Maximum Marks: 70

General Instructions

All questions are compulsory.
There are a total of 35 questions.
The question paper is divided into three sections-A, B and C.
Section A has questions no. 1 to 18 (multiple choice questions) and is of 1 mark each.
Section B has question no. 19 to 25 of 2 marks each and questions no. 26 to 29 of 3 marks each.
Section C has questions 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)

Question 1.
Which of the following factors do not depend on the type of work undertaken by people? [1].
(a) Globalisation
(c) Family background
(b) Geographic location
(d) Number of members in the family
Answer:
(d) Number of members in the family

Question 2.
Which of the following process is not involved in a fashion cycle? [1].
(a) Introduction of style
(c) Sustenance of popularity
(b) Increase in popularity
(d) Peak of popularity
Answer:
(c) Sustenance of popularity

Question 3.
The following painting belongs to which state of India? [1].

(a) Maharashtra
(b) Uttar Pradesh
(c) Madhya Pradesh
(d) Kerala
Answer:
(a) Maharashtra

Question 4.
Which of the following schemes or initiatives is being implemented for nutrition in India? [1].
I. Poshan Abhiyaan
II. Mid-Day Meal Scheme
III. Annapurna Scheme
IV AYUSH
Choose the correct option
(a)I and II
(b)I andIII
(c)II andIII
(d) I, II and III
Answer:
(d) I, II, and III

Question 5.
Radha has designed a shirt for her brother in black colour. Black is a type of__________. [1].
(a) primary colour.
(b) secondary colour.
(c) tertiary colour.
(d) neutral colour.
Answer:
(d) Neutral colour.

Question 6.
Which of the following nutrients are normally inadequate in a person who is suffering from micronutrient deficiency? [1].
I. Vitamin A
II. Iodine
III. Zinc
IV Calcium
Choose the correct option
(a)I and II
(c) I, II and III
(b)II andIII
(d) I, II, III and IV
Answer:
(c) I, II and III

Question 7.
Match the following [1].

	List I		List II
A.	Anganwadis	1.	All day programmes
B.	Daycare and creches	2.	ICDS
C.	Montessori Schools	3.	ECCE
D.	Preparation for schooling	4.	Maria Montessori

Choose the correct option

	A	B	C	D
(a)	1	2	3	4
(b)	2	1	4	3
(c)	4	2	1	3
(d)	3	4	1	2

Answer:
(b) 2 1 4 3

Question 8.
Match the following [1].

	List I		List II
A.	ICDS	1.	Children
B.	Scouts and Guides	2.	Elderly
C.	Respite Care Homes	3.	Youth
D.	National Service Volunteer Scheme	4,	Nehru Yuva Kendra

Choose the correct option

	A	B	C	D
(a)	1	3	2	4
(b)	1	2	3	4
(c)	4	1	3	2
(d)	1	4	3	3

Answer:
(a) 1 3 2 4

Question 9.
____________ is the set of methods and techniques used to transform raw materials into finished and semi-finished goods. [1].
(a) Food Science
(b) Food processing
(c) Food technology
(d) Food manufacturing
Answer:
(b) Food processing

Question 10.
Which of the following activities are involved in the process of laundry functioning hospitals? [1].
I. Collection from Emergency, OT, OPD and various wards.
II. Drying
II. Pressing, ironing and stacking
IV. Mending and segregation of condemned articles
Choose the correct option
(a)I and II
(c) I, II and IV
(b)II andIII
(d) I, II, III and IV
Answer:
(d) I, II, III and IV

Question 11.
Which among the following do not constitute invisible chemical hazards in food? [1].
(a) Pesticides
(b) Non Permissible Food Additives
(c) Adulterants
(d) Matchsticks
Answer:
(d) Matchsticks

Question 12.
Red Ribbon Express (RRE) was a campaign launched for generating awareness about. which of the following disease? [1].
(a) HIV/Aids
(b) Polio
(c) Tuberculosis
(d) Cancer
Answer:
(a) HIV/Aids

Question 13.
The capacity of the substance to produce any harm or injury of any kind under any conditions is called_________. [1].
(a) hazard
(b) toxicity
(c) biological hazard
(d) adulteration
Answer:
(a) hazard

Read the passage carefully and answer questions no 14 to 18
Nutritional care has gained importance worldwide; more so in recent times. Health problems/ illness and disease and their treatment can affect nutritional status in a variety of ways by impairing a person’s ability to eat and or/ swallow, by interfering with digestion, absorption and metabolism as well as excretion.

Even if one function is initially affected in some individuals, if the health problem intensifies; other body functions may be affected. Clinical nutrition focuses on the nutritional management of patients with established diseases.

Question 14.
Health problems or illnesses do not affect a person’s nutritional status in which of the following process? [1].
(a) By interfering in the absorption
(b) By interfering with circulation
(c) By interfering in the metabolism
(d) By interfering with digestion
Answer:
(b) By interfering with circulation

Question 15.
____________ focuses on the nutritional management of patients with established diseases. [1].
(a) Clinical Nutrition
(b) Domestic nutrition
(c) Vegan nutrition
(d) Autotrophic nutrition
Answer:
(a) Clinical Nutrition

Question 16.
Who among the following is the focus of the nutritional care process? [1].
(a) Patient
(b) Trained nutritionist
(c) Diet
(d) Alternative therapy
Answer:
(a) Patient

Question 17.
Clinical nutritionist plays an important role in the prevention of disease and the promotion of good health [1].
I. addressing the patient’s needs in an individual and holistic manner.
II. recommending therapeutic diets for
management of various diseases.
III. providing supporting medications to cure the patient.
Choose the correct option
(a)I and II
(c) I, II and III
(b) II andIII
(d)I andIII
Answer:
(a) I and II

Question 18.
Does nutrition play a major role in which of the following? [1].
I. Disease states
II. Management and treatment of diseases
III. Recovery from diseases
IV. Prognosis of illness
Choose the correct option
(a)I and II
(b)II and III
(c) I, II and IV
(d) I, II, III and IV
Answer:
(d) I, II, III and IV

Section B (26 Marks)

Question 19.
Rama is unable to chew or swallow food normally. Which type of diet she should consume? Give one benefit of such a diet.[2].
Answer:
If Rama is unable to chew or swallow food properly, she should consume a liquid diet. The benefit of such a diet is that it can be absorbed easily even if the gastrointestinal tract is not functioning properly.

Question 20.
Mention any four guiding principles of ECCE.
Or
Mention any four skills required by an early childhood professional.[2].
Answer:
The four guiding principles of ECCE are
(i) Play as the basis for learning
(ii) Art as the basis of education
(iii) Recognition of the special features of children’s thinking
(iv) Blend of textual and cultural sources

Four skills required by an early childhood professional are
(I) Knowledge about the needs and capabilities of young children
(ii) Capacity and motivation for interacting with children
(iii) Skills for creative and interesting activities with children in all areas of development
(iv) Enthusiasm for activities like story-telling exploration, nature and social interaction

Question 21.
(a) Which term was used for the art of dressmaking in France? [2].
(b) Invention of which technology turned handicraft into an industry in France?
Answer:
(a) Couture term was used for the art of dressmaking in France.
(b) The invention of the sewing machine turned handicraft into an industry in France.

Question 22.
Enlist four stages of the Guest Cycle in hospitality management. [2].
Answer:
The four stages of the Guest Cycle in hospitality management are
(i) Pre-arrival Stage It includes quoting rates for the guests and reserving the room as a part of the central reservation system
(ii) Arrival Stage In this stage guest actually arrives or checks in
(iii) Occupancy It involves providing various services to guests as per the guest’s requirements and ensuring their security.
(iv) Departure In this stage the guest is ready to move out or check out of the accommodation.

Question 23.
Discuss any two skills required to make a career in media houses and advertising agencies. [2].
Or
How is questioning ability useful in the field of media and communication?

Answer:
Two skills required to make a career in media houses and advertising agencies are
(i) Cognitive Skills These skills are required to perceive an issue.
(ii) Creative Skills These skills are required to project the issues and concepts in a creative way to attract attention and make an impact in an effective manner.

Questioning ability in media and communication helps to look into the finer details of any issue. It helps to develop a sense of curiosity among the professionals and hence encourages research activities among them. Passion for travel and adventure are also useful as travelling to remote areas helps them to gather interesting stories and ideas

Question 24.
Write a short note on commercial laundry. [2].
Answer:
Commercial laundries are bigger laundries that usually provide services for hospitals and hotels. These are organised into different sections which deal with various jobs such as washing, drying, ironing and pressing. Some of them have a separate section for dry-cleaning or for various fabrics such as wool or silk.

Question 25.
Raghav stays in a village near Pune. Since his grandfather is illiterate, he most of the time watches TV and radio. In this context briefly discuss the role of radio and television in modern media. [2].
Or
Raima is an active journalism student. She wishes to work with an NGO. In this light explain the importance of the ability to work with diverse groups for a development communication student.
Answer:
Radio and television are the most convenient and cheapest means of mass communication. Lakhs of people can be communicated at once with the help of radio and television. These are also more popular than print media and they can be used to communicate among people with poor literacy rates such as Raghav’s grandfather. Radio is the most common form of media used in rural areas as it is cheaper than television.

The ability to work with diverse groups is a very important quality for an active journalism student like Raima. It is imperative for such a student to be people-centric so that he/she can understand other people’s views and opinions on various issues and find solutions.

Question 26.
(a) Elaborate and explain the following statement “Work is the oil that lubricates the machine of the society” [2+1=3].
(b) What is meaningful work?
Answer:
(a) The statement “Work is the oil that lubricates the machine of the society” is true as work is constantly taking place in society. All the creatures are engaged in some or the other types of work in order to sustain life. The collaboration of work done by humans and nature provides us with basic necessities that are essential to sustain life on this planet. Work is primarily done to earn a living, but can also be undertaken for pleasure, or for contribution to society

(b) Meaningful work is useful for society and others. It is done responsibly and is enjoyable for workers. It enables workers to test his/her capability, and use creativity, skills and judgement.

Question 27.
(a) Discuss the concepts of food safety and food adulteration in brief. [2+1=3].
(b) Explain the concept of food processing.
Answer:
(a) Food safety means an assurance that food is acceptable for human consumption according to its intended use. Food adulteration is the process in which the quality of food is lowered either by the addition of inferior quality material or by extraction of valuable ingredients.
(b) Food processing is a set of methods and techniques used to transform raw ingredients into finished and semi-finished products. It consists of the process of converting raw material from plants or animal sources to be converted into edible, consumable, durable and attractive products.

Question 28.
What is proportion? Briefly discuss the proportion of colour and the proportion of texture. [2].
Or
How can people with figure problems emphasise or camouflage their figure? Explain with an example.
Answer:
Proportion is concerned with the relation of one part of the object with another part. It requires a skilled blending so much that the beginning and end of parts are not apparently visible. The proportion of Colour Different colours can be worn to create a proportion of different colours by using golden mean. The proportion of Texture This can be achieved when various textures of material are used for making a dress if it increases or decreases the size of the person wearing the garment.

People with figure problems can use the technique of camouflage to hide their issues. Emphasis can be created by using contrasting colours, various unique shapes and textures. For example, a woman with a small waist can use a bright and contrasting belt to highlight that part of the figure.

Question 29.
Describe one role of each of the following departments in the hospitality sector. [2].
(a) Front Office
(b) Housekeeping
(c) Food and Beverages
Answer:
(a) The front office is the first level of interaction between the hotel and a guest. It includes welcoming and greeting guests, making room reservations for them, allocating rooms, keeping a record of check-in and check-out, issuing room keys and other guest-related services.

(b) Housekeeping department is primarily responsible for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene, cleaning guest rooms and public areas, supplying and upkeeping laundry as well as maintaining the aesthetics of the organisation.

(c) Food and Beverages department is responsible for the sale of food and beverages. The relevant service departments involved are kitchens, banquets, restaurants, room service, bars, coffee shops, etc.

Section C (26 Marks)

Question 30.
Mr Sharma has established his own jam and pickle-making unit. He has been asked by Government agencies to implement HACCP
(a) Give the full form of HACCE
(b) Discuss various roles of HACCE [1+3=4].
Or
Pradnya has opened a food processing unit. She wants to protect and certify her special chocolates to ensure their safety. She has come across ISI Mark, Agmark and FSSAI. In this context answer the following questions
(a) What is the full form of BIS and mention its main function?
(b) What is Agmark?
(c) Why was FSSA Act passed by the Government of India?
Answer:
(a) The full form of HACCP is Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point.
(b) Roles of HACCP include identification of hazards, assessment of chances of occurrence of hazards from raw material procurement, manufacturing, distribution, usage of food products and defining measures for hazard(s) control.

It is a preventive approach to ensure food safety and enables producers, processors, distributors and exporters to utilise resources efficiently and in a cost-effective manner for assuring food safety. It is also responsible for assuring consistently good quality products.

(a) The full form of BIS is the Bureau of Indian Standards. It deals with the standardisation of various consumer goods including food products and runs a voluntary certification scheme known as ‘ISI’ mark for processed foods
(b) Agmark is a voluntary scheme of certification of agricultural products (raw and processed) for safeguarding the health of consumers.
(c) Indian Government passed Food Safety and Standards Act (FSSA) in 2006, to bring the different pieces of legislation pertaining to food safety under one roof.

Question 31.
Modern Fashionable is a famous fashion designing and merchandising House. It performs merchandising tasks on multiple levels. In this context discuss the following [4].
(a) Retail Organisation Merchandising
(b) Buying Agency Merchandising
(c) Export House Merchandising
Answer:
(a) Retail Organisation Merchandising It includes activities in the fashion world from the designer’s showroom to the retail sales floor and
to the hands of consumers. It ensures that adequate products are produced and sold at such prices which are affordable to consumers as well as profitable to organisations. It is a specialised management function within the fashion industry.

(b) Buying Agency Merchandising It provides services for goods buying consultancy. Buying agency acts as a procurement office for the buyers.
(c) Export House Merchandising There are two types of merchandisers in an export house that are the buyer merchandiser (they act as a link between the buyer and the manufacturer) and the production merchandiser (they act as a link between production and buyer merchants).

Question 32.
(a) Discuss any two programmes and initiatives to cater to the needs of vulnerable children.
(b) Discuss in brief ICDS.
(c) Mention the different kinds of homes run for children. [2+1+1=4].
Or
(a) Discuss any two programmes for benefit of the elderly in our country.
(b) Explain any two initiatives taken for the betterment of youth in India. [2+2=4].
Answer:
(a) Two programmes and initiatives to cater to the needs of vulnerable children are
(i) Integrated Child Development Services
(ICDS) of the Government of India, It is the world’s largest early childhood programme which aims to meet the health, nutrition, stimulation and early learning /education needs of children below six years of age.

(ii) SOS Children’s Villages This is an independent non-governmental social organisation which has pioneered a family approach to the long-term care of orphaned and abandoned children.

(b) ICDS (Integrated Child DevelopmentScheme) offers health, nutrition and hygiene education to mothers, non-formal preschool education to children aged three to six and diet for pregnant and nursing mothers, growth monitoring and basic healthcare services such as immunisation and Vitamin A supplements.

(c) There are three kinds of homes run for children. These are as follows
(i) Observation Homes In these homes, children stay temporarily till the completion of an investigation to track down their parents and collect information on their family background.
(ii) Special Homes In these homes, juveniles (children under 18 years of age) found guilty terms of violation of law, are placed in custodial care.
(iii) Juvenile /Children’s Homes In these homes, children whose families are not traceable or are unfit/dead or simply unwilling to take the child backstay

(a) Two programmes for the benefit of the elderly in our country are as follows
(i) Old Age Homes These homes provide food, care and shelter, for the basic needs of older persons particularly food, shelter and health care to the destitute elderly.
(ii) Respite Care Homes and Continuous Care Homes These are for older persons who live in old age homes but are seriously ill requiring continuous nursing care.

(b) Two initiatives taken for the betterment of youth in India are as follows
(i) The National Service Scheme (NSS) aims at involving college-level students in programmes of social service and national activities related to environmental and ecological improvement, hygiene and sanitation, etc
(ii) The National Service Volunteer Scheme (NSVS) provides opportunities for students to be involved in programmes of adult education, the establishment of youth clubs, the organisation of work camps, vocational training, the promotion of rural sports and games, etc.

Question 33.
(a) Discuss any two problems faced by consumers worldwide. [2+2=4].
(b) Discuss the following marks
(i) Agmark and FPO
(ii) Wool-Mark
Answer:
(a) Two problems faced by consumers worldwide are
(i) Adulteration Adulterated food is dangerous because it may be toxic and can affect health and it could deprive nutrients essential for the proper growth and development of a human being.
(ii) Lack of Consumer Information The main reason for the exploitation of consumers is a lack of knowledge. Several consumers do not have knowledge about the price, quality, and services related to commodities.

(b) (i) Agmark or Agriculture Mark, is the certification mark to assure the quality of agricultural products in India. The Fruit Product Order (FPO) lays down statutory minimum standards in respect of the quality of various fruits and vegetable products and processing facilities at manufacture, storage and sale.
(ii) Wool-Mark is a wool industry certification mark used on pure wool products that meet quality standards by the International Wool Secretariat (IWS). Its aim is to ensure that products bearing the Wool-Mark label were made from pure new wool and manufactured to the highest standards.

Question 34.
Explain the role of a dietician and mention the objectives of diet therapy. [5].
Or
What is a regular diet? Which parameters are included while designing a modified diet for a patient?
Answer:
The role of a dietician is to provide advice to patients and if necessary, give prescriptions to healthy individuals at different stages of the life cycle, from the womb to the tomb (i.e., pregnancy, infancy and childhood up to old age) in order to help them maintain good nutritional status and remain healthy.

Besides this, nutrition and diet therapy are used to improve the overall health of patients with a wide range of conditions. Clinical nutrition and dietetics are related to the nutritional requirements of patients suffering from different diseases and prescribing the right type of diet for them.

The objectives of diet therapy are
(i) Promotion of recovery formulation of the diet to meet the needs of the patient taking into consideration her or his food habits,
(ii) Modification of the existing diets to ameliorate the disease condition and to keep it under control,
(iii) Correction of nutritional deficiencies,
(iv) Prevention of short-term and long-term complications in case of chronic diseases,
(v) Education and counselling of the patient regarding the need to adhere to the prescribed diet.

A regular diet is a diet that includes all groups of foods and meets the needs of healthy individuals. Modified diets are those that are adjusted to meet the medical needs of a patient. Parameters that are included while designing a modified diet for a patient are
(i) Change in consistency and/or texture, e.g., fluid and soft diets,
(ii) An increase or decrease in the energy intake,

(iii) Including greater or lesser amounts of one or more nutrients e.g., increase in protein intake in case of surgery, lower protein intake in case of kidney failure, high or low in fibre, lower fat intake, restriction in sodium intake, restriction in fluid intake, restricted intake of certain foods as these may be rich in a non-nutritive dietary constituent e.g., spinach, because spinach is rich in oxalates.
(iv) Change in the number of meals or modification in intervals of feeding or special plan for patients when the route of feeding is altered.

Question 35.
Sonali is a Fashion Merchandiser working at Raga Fashion House. She is involved in various activities in the house. On the basis of her involvement in activities of the house, answer the following questions [1+2+2=5].
(a) How can she contribute to buying?
(b) How can Sonali give her inputs in manufacturing?
(c) How is she responsible for selling the fashion items?
Answer:
(a) Sonali can contribute to buying by buying the merchandise to be presented in the store. For this, she needs to be aware of the target market and should be well acquainted with trend analysis and forecasting.

(b) In manufacturing, Sonali a Fashion Merchandiser can give her significant input on the types of fabrics used to make a piece of clothing, Having a depth of knowledge of fabrics and their varieties, she can change the design’s vision into reality. She may find the most affordable, stylish and trendy way to get the piece manufactured.

(c) Sonali is also responsible for selling the manufactured items to the stores which will in turn sell them to consumers. She may give creative inputs as to how to display an item in the store. She also needs to have strong research in market trend analysis as well as forecasting to give recommendations regarding the production of items.