JSS1 Second Term Home Economics Past Questions And Answers
JSS1 second term Home Economics questions with options and answers:
Question: Which cooking method involves cooking food in a covered pot with a small amount of liquid?
A) Baking
B) Steaming
C) Simmering
D) Grilling
Answer: C) Simmering
Question: What is the purpose of marinating meat before cooking?
A) Add flavor
B) Tenderize
C) Preserve
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
Question: In sewing, what is a “thimble” used for?
A) Measuring
B) Cutting
C) Protecting the finger
D) Marking fabric
Answer: C) Protecting the finger
Question: What is the primary function of a colander in the kitchen?
A) Grating
B) Draining liquids from food
C) Slicing
D) Mixing
Answer: B) Draining liquids from food
Question: Which type of flour is commonly used for making bread due to its high gluten content?
A) All-purpose flour
B) Cake flour
C) Self-rising flour
D) Bread flour
Answer: D) Bread flour
Question: What is the role of fiber in a diet?
A) Provide energy
B) Aid in digestion
C) Build muscle
D) Enhance flavor
Answer: B) Aid in digestion
Question: The process of combining fats and liquids until small, lumpy pieces form is known as:
A) Sifting
B) Creaming
C) Folding
D) Grating
Answer: B) Creaming
Question: Which cooking method is suitable for delicate foods like fish and vegetables, involving steam?
A) Roasting
B) Frying
C) Steaming
D) Braising
Answer: C) Steaming
Question: What is the main function of a blender in the kitchen?
A) Chopping
B) Mixing
C) Pureeing
D) Grating
Answer: C) Pureeing
Question: What is the purpose of a food processor in the kitchen?
A) Grating
B) Mixing
C) Slicing
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
Question: Which of the following is a source of vitamin C?
A) Milk
B) Oranges
C) Eggs
D) Bread
Answer: B) Oranges
Question: What is the recommended daily intake of fruits and vegetables for a balanced diet?
A) 1 serving
B) 3 servings
C) 5 servings
D) 8 servings
Answer: C) 5 servings
Question: What is the primary function of yeast in bread making?
A) Add flavor
B) Leavening agent
C) Coloring
D) Thickening
Answer: B) Leavening agent
Question: Which cooking method involves immersing food in hot water to cook gradually?
A) Poaching
B) Grilling
C) Baking
D) Frying
Answer: A) Poaching
Question: What is the role of minerals in the body?
A) Provide energy
B) Build and repair tissues
C) Regulate body processes
D) Enhance taste in food
Answer: C) Regulate body processes
Question: In sewing, what is the purpose of a zigzag stitch?
A) Create a decorative edge
B) Join fabrics with a straight line
C) Add buttons
D) Hemming
Answer: A) Create a decorative edge
Question: Which kitchen tool is used for peeling fruits and vegetables?
A) Grater
B) Peeler
C) Whisk
D) Rolling pin
Answer: B) Peeler
Question: What is the recommended temperature for cooking poultry to ensure it is safe to eat?
A) 120°C
B) 150°C
C) 165°C
D) 200°C
Answer: C) 165°C
Question: What is the purpose of a basting brush in the kitchen?
A) Mix ingredients
B) Apply sauce or marinade
C) Measure liquids
D) Grate cheese
Answer: B) Apply sauce or marinade
Question: The process of combining ingredients by briskly whipping to incorporate air is known as:
A) Beating
B) Folding
C) Kneading
D) Grating
Answer: A) Beating.
