Directorate of Education, GNCT of Delhi

Practice Paper (Session: 2023-24)

Class: XI Subject: Home Science(064)

Duration: 3 hours Maximum Marks: 70

General Instructions

1. All questions are compulsory.

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2. There are a total of 35 questions.

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3. Question paper is divided into three sections-A, B,C and D
4. Section A has question no.1 to 14 (multiple choice questions) and are of 1 mark
each.

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5. Section B has question no. 15 to 18 (case- based questions) and are of 1 mark.
6. Section C has question no.19 to 25 of 2 marks each and question no.26 to 29 of 3
marks each.
7. Section D has question no.30 to 33 of 4 marks each and question no.34 and 35 are
of 5 marks each.
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8. Internal choices are given in some questions.
9. Support your answers with suitable examples wherever required.
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S.no SECTION A (MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS) Mark

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When is the sudden and rapid increase in height, weight and body
proportion?
a. Puberty
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b. Growth Spurt
c. Maturation
d. Development

2 Which of the following is not a result of undernutrition? 1

a. Less body weight
b. Low immunity
c. Scurvy
d. Lifestyle related diseases
3 Which of the following is related to water soluble vitamins ? 1
a. Retinol(A)
b. Ascorbic acid ©
c. Niacin( B1)
d. Tocopherol( E)

4 Which among the following has the relationship between the weight of the 1
fiber and length of the fiber drawn from its called ?
a. yarn twist
b. yarn and thread
c. yarn number
d. yaar spinning

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5 Which of the following is the type of food that provide to keep ourselves 1

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healthy
a. Nutrients
b. Energy
c. heat /calories

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Which among the following is the oldest form of textile art which was also
used for making mats and baskets
a. knitting
b. Weaving
c. Braiding
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d. Knotting
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Which of the following is not a staple fiber ?

a. Linen
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b. cotton
c. jute
d. silk

7 Which of the following is the full form of SITE? 1

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a. Satellite Instructional Television Experiments

b. Satellit Informative Television Experiments
c. Satellite Instrument Television Experiments
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d. Solar Instructional Television Experiments

8 How do we use our resources in an effective manner? 1

a. Managing resources
b. Human resource
c. Natural resource
d. Implementation

9 Find the incorrect statement from the following. 1

 a. Development is a lifelong process that continues from conception to
death.
b. It takes place only for a limited period that is up to maturity.
c. It is subjective and cannot be measured directly.
d. Changes in development are qualitative.

10 Select the correct pair 1

One gram releases
a. carbohydrate : 6 Kcal. Of energy
a. protein : 4 Kcal. Of energy
b. fat : 8 Kcal. Of energy
c. Vitamins : 2 Kcal. Of energy

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Match List I with List II

List I(Modern communication technology) List II(Features)

A. First TV transmitter in India i. Hands free headset or a car kit

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C. Satellite communication
D. Teleconferencing

Choose the correct options

a. A-ii B-i C-iv D-iii

ii. pij(Gujrat)
iii. Interactive group communication
iv. gathers information from many
locations
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b. A-i B-iii C-ii D-i
c. A-iii B-ii C-i D-iv
d. A-iv B-i C-ii D-iii

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Match the list I with list II

List I(Dimensions of self) List II( characteristics)

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A Self i Characteristics of self

during adolescence

B Self-esteem ii Collection of belief about

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one self

C Self concept iii Identify of the person

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D Self understanding becomes One's evaluation of
increasingly complex oneself
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a. A-i; B-iii; C-ii; D-iv

b. A-iv; B-iii;C-ii; D-i
c. A-ii; B-i; C-iii; D-iv
d. A-ii; B-i; C-iv;D-iv

13 Managing resources by which everyone needs to fulfill their desire and complete 1
their work. Money is not equally available to everyone in equal amounts. It is
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1. Human

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2. Non human
3. Natural
4. Limited

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Choose the correct option from the following

a. i and iv
b. i and ii
c. iii and iv
d. ii and iv
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Which of the following are human resources ?
1. skills
2. property
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3. knowledge
4. Money

Choose the correct option from the following

a. i and iv
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b. i and ii
c. i and iii
d. ii and iv
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14 Communication technology includes modern technologies that are used to 1

transmit data,which could either be analogue(electronic signals) or digital.
These fall into two broad groups i.e cable based and wireless technologies.

Bluetooth is an example of which type of technology .

a. Cable based Technology
b. Wireless technologies.
c. Satellite technology
d. Radio technology
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Choose the correct option from the following
 a. i and iv
b. i and ii
c. i and iii
d. ii and iv

SECTION B CASE BASED STUDY (Q.no.15 to 18)

15 Stress is unavoidable in daily life and has both positive and negative 1
connotations in the personal and professional roles. Some stress can
motivate and energize one to perform better and be more efficient. Stress
adversely affects performance, physical and mental health. Every human

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being, young or old,male or female, wealthy or poor, good or poor health

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will benefit by learning to cope with stress in order to enhance well-being
and improve their quality of life by adopting various stress management
techniques. The decision to use one or more techniques is a matter of
individual choice. Research shows that people who take care of

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themselves and manage their lifestyles are healthier, have fewer absences
from work and make fewer demands for medical services. It is not medical
care alone ,rather consistent selfcare which promotes better health and an
improved quality of life.

Which of the following is an incorrect pair?

a. Eustress: Positive Effect
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b. Distress: Negative Effect
c. Relaxation: Increases stress
d. Spirituality: peace of mind
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Which of the following statements is true about stress
management?
a. Deep breathing, guided meditation, and mindfulness doesn't
help to divert thoughts from stressful situations and find peace of
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mind.
b. It is a very attainable and realistic goal that can be achieved by practicing
some simple techniques like relaxation, Prayer, music ,connecting with
friends and others etc.
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c. It doesn't teach us to avoid all kinds of stress.

d .It has only a negative impact .

17 Given below are two statements labeled as Assertion( A) and 1

reason(R)

ASSERTION (A): The goal of stress management should be to eliminate

stress..
REASON (R): Stress can be helpful as well as harmful

Select the most appropriate answer from the options given below
 a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation
b. Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation
c. A is true but R is false
d. Both A and R are false

18 Given below are two statements labeled as Assertion( A) and 1

reason(R)

ASSERTION (A): All life's challenges are not necessarily stressful

REASON (R):It depends on how a challenge is viewed.

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Select the most appropriate answer from the options given below

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a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation
b. Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation
c. A is true but R is false

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SECTION C (SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS)

"There is higher growth, whereas development is improvement" Justify this

statement with each two differences.
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20 Why should we limit the intake of excess sugar and salt in a school child's 2
diet ?
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State the two importance of breakfast for school going children.

21 What are the two uses of RDA in a balanced diet ? 2

22 " Mother's milk is the best food for an infant " just for this statement with four 2
advantages
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23 What could be the four clothing needs of children? 2

24 Reena is fond of cooking different varieties of food, baking ,Pickles etc. She 2
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has developed knowledge and skills in this area. Advise one self
employment opportunity and one wage employment opportunity
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" Home science is equally important for boys and girls".Justify this
statement with two reasons

25 List any four environmental aspects of health science. 2

26 Your friend has purchased a one room flat. Give six suggestions to make 3
maximum use of available space.
27 Mention each three effects and prevention/treatment of Anorexia nervosa. 3
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Discuss three internal and external factors that influence eating behavior at
adolescence.

28 a. Nutrition affects productivity, income and quality of life " Write your 3
opinion about this statement.
b. How is nutrition linked to mental and visual disability and quality of
life ?

29 a. Enlist any four factors that affect selection of clothing. 2+1=

b. Explain the terms fashion and fads. 3
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a. Why do children's clothing requirements change with age ? Discuss

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the two clothing features of children at infancy.
b. Safety and comfort go hand in hand for children clothing .Explain

SECTION D (LONG ANSWER QUESTIONS)

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Your friend has recently joined the job and is a housewife as well.Always
remains busy and under stress. She is not able to cope up with the
demands and responsibilities at home and work.
a. Which four points should she keep in mind in time management?
b. Explain any two tools in time management

Explain any four finishes based on their functions. 4

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What are gray goods (clothes) ?Demonstrate any three importance of textile
finishing
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32 Your friend went out for dinner last night. She suffered from vomiting and 2+1+
stomach ache the same night due to unhygienic practices.. 1=4
a. Mention the four poor hygienic practices related to food hygiene.
b. What kind of two hygienic habits should be adopted in everyday life
for good health and nutrition .
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c. Mention two importance of pure drinking water that helps in

preventing diseases.

33 Boys and girls develops feeling of awkwardness, storm and stress in the 2+1+
age group of 11 to 13 years 1=4
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a. Mention four characteristics each of physical and biological

changes
b. List two each major emotional and cognitive changes during
adolescence .
c. Mention two effects of cognitive development on adolescence.

34 a. Outline three suggestions to increase money income and psychic 3+2=

income . 5
b. Describe any two investment options available to an Indian
Consumer.
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 a. Compare three differences between direct and indirect income .
b. What are the two benefits of keeping a record of household
expenses ? List two drawbacks if not maintaining a record of
household expenses properly in daily life.

35 Your aunt had gone to attend the party last night, while having food she 1+4=
observed that some stains had developed on her saree. 5
a. What two Points she considers while removing the stain ?
b. Discuss four stain removal techniques.

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