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CBSE Home Science Sample Question Paper 2022 Term II Solved

Home Science Sample Question Paper 2022 Term II

Maximum Marks: 35

Time: 90 Minutes

SECTION A

1. What two roles will Sudha have as a fashion merchandiser in each of the following fields:

a. In Manufacturing

b. In Promoting

Ans: Two roles of a fashion merchandiser in each of the following fields-

a. In Manufacturing

1. Makes significant input on the types of fabrics used to make a piece of clothing.
2 . Takes a designer’s piece and finds the best way to manufacture the item, taking price and target market into consideration

b. In Promoting

1. Organises fashion shows to promote designers’ items to capture the attention of potential buyers
2. They seek out the target market for a designer’s clothing, such as children’s clothing stores, etc. (Any other (Any two for each)

2. Enumerate four essential features of development communication.

Ans: Four essential features of development communication-

1.It is oriented to socio-economic development and the happiness of the people and community at large.
2.It aims to give information and educate the community.
3.It combines suitable mass media and interpersonal communication channels for greater impact.
4.It is based on the audience characteristics and their environment (Any other (Any four))

3. Noori wants to create a clothing collection using a contrasting colour scheme. What four different types of contrasting schemes can she apply?

Ans: Four types of contrasting scheme –

1. Complementary harmony	Uses two hues that lie directly opposite to one another on the Colour Wheel.
2. Double complementary	Has two pairs of complements, usually neighbours on the Colour Wheel.
3. Split complementary	Has three colour combinations- a hue, its complement (directly across on the Colour Wheel) and neighbour. It may also use a hue and two neighbours of its complement.
4. Analogous complementary	A combination of analogous and complementary schemes, a complement selected for dominance in a group of neighbouring colours.

Sushma wants to create dress using different shapes. Which four basic shapes can she create by using different types of lines?

Ans: Four basic shapes created by using different types of lines –

1. Natural shapes
2. Stylised shapes
3. Geometric shapes
4. Abstract shapes (Any other (Any four)

4. Give reasons for the following:

a. Spinning to near dryness is avoided.

b. Agitators of washing machines should be made of bakelite.

Ans: a) Spinning to near dryness is avoided- It may cause wrinkles which are difficult to remove during ironing.

b) Agitators of washing machines should be made of bakelite, As they are not affected by detergents, bleaches, softeners, etc. Any other (Any one reason)

5. What do you understand by the term “campaign”? Write its two advantages.

Ans: Campaign- It is a combination of the usage of different communication methods and materials about a theme for a predefined period.

Two advantages-

1. Ensures the attention and interest of the audience
2.It lasts in the memory of the people and stimulates action.
3. Creates a conducive environment for the adoption of practices. Any other (Any two)

State any two objectives of each RRE and SEWA project.

Ans: Two objectives of RRE –

1. Spread information regarding primary prevention services
2. Develop an understanding of the disease to reduce stigma and discrimination against people with AIDS

Two objectives of the EWA project-

1. To achieve full employment and self-reliance for women workers
2. Support women in other related areas like income, food and social security (health, childcare and shelter). (Any other (Any two objectives for each)

6. Elaborate about the four stages of Guest Cycle.

Ans: Four stages of the Guest cycle-

1. Pre-arrival stage- Quoting rates for a guest
2 . Arrival Stage- The Guest arrives and registers or checks in
3 . Occupancy- It provides various services as per the guest’s requirements, ensuring the security of the guest and coordination of various guest services.
4. Departure- The guest is ready to leave/move out or check out” of the accommodation

Any other (Each stage elaborated in 1-2 lines)

7. You have taken training in consumer education and protection. What four job opportunities will be available to you?

Ans: Four job opportunities in consumer education and protection –

1. Work in government organisations like BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards, Directorate of Marketing and Inspection, (AgMARK), etc.
2. Work in voluntary consumer organisations (VOICE/CERC) for product testing to create consumer awareness and publishing of magazines.
3. Work in the consumer division of corporate houses that deal with consumer complaints and suggestions.
4. Work in National Consumer Helpline for consumer counselling (Any other (Any four)

SECTION B

8. Explain three levels of merchandising in fashion Industry. 3

Ans: Three levels of merchandising in the fashion Industry-

1. Retail Organisation Merchandising – A Specialised management function within the fashion industry.
2. Buying Agency Merchandising- Provides services for goods buying consultancy.
3. Export House Merchandising- There are two types of merchandisers in an export house—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) (Any other (Any three)

Nilesh wants to be a visual merchandise designer.

a. What are the four merchandising rights he should be aware of?

b. What two specific skills he must possess?

Ans: Four merchandising rights-

1. Right Merchandise
2. At the Right Place
3. Right Price
4. With Right Promotion (Any other (Any four rights)

b. Two skills required-

1. Forecasting ability
2. Analytical ability
3. Communication ability (Any other (Any two skills)

9. Why is laundry an art and science? Give any four differences between household and commercial laundry.

Ans: Laundry is an art and science –

It is science as it is based on the application of scientific principles and techniques.
It is art since the application requires the mastery of certain skills to produce aesthetically pleasing results. (Any other (Any one explanation for each)

Four differences between household and commercial laundry

HOUSEHOLD LAUNDRY	COMMERCIAL LAUNDRY
Quantum of clothes is less (5-10 kg)	Quantum of clothes is more (100kg or more)
No need for records	A proper record is maintained
No separate sections	Separate area for inspection, sorting, drying, ironing, etc.
Equipment used includes brushes, buckets, basins, a washing machine, etc.	Bigger equipment such as hydroextractors, flat bed for ironing, roller ironing, etc.

Any other (Any four

10. Rohan has just completed a course in Journalism. He wants to work with media industry. Discuss any six skills required for this field.

Ans: Six skills required for Journalism –

1. Cognitive
2. Creative
3. Technical
4. Presentation
5. Questioning Ability
6 . Ability to work with diverse groups (Any other (Any six)

SECTION C

11. The field of design for fabric and apparel has expanded and become so vast that it can actually be considered as two specialisations. Reena has done a certificate programme from a recognised institute in this field. She wants to open up a fashion house.

a. She wants to create a unique design in a frock for a six-year-old girl. Explain with the help of diagram two ways of creating rhythm in it.

b. She is designing a gent’s kurta for a person with heavy arms. In what two ways she is going to shift the emphasis away from the arms. Support your answer with the help of suitable diagrams.

Ans: Two ways of creating rhythm-

1. Repetition of laces, colour, embroidery, etc
2 . Cordation by gradual increase or decrease in size of motifs, lines, buttons, etc. (Any other (Any two ways with diagram)

Two ways of shifting the emphasis away from the arms-

1. Placement of decorations on the waist, etc.
2. Use of Contrasting colours on neckline, etc. (Any other (Any two ways with diagram)

For visually impaired candidates- No need to draw diagrams

12. Draw an organizational chart of a housekeeping department. What four responsibilities will Neeta perform if she joins this department?

Ans: Organisational chart of a housekeeping department

Four responsibilities of the housekeeping department-

1. Cleaning of public areas and guestrooms
2. Supply, upkeep of laundry and exchange of various linen
3. Internal flower arrangement and maintenance of the external landscape or garden.
4. Pest control

For visually impaired candidates-

Write an organizational chart of a housekeeping department. What four responsibilities will Neeta perform if she joins this department?

Ans: Four duties and responsibilities of a front office manager-

1. Responsible for managing the entire department, lobby, and transport activities.
2. Schedules shifts/staff rotation
3. Coordinating with Housekeeping for VIP check-ins
4. Coordinating with the Sales Department for any group or bulk check-ins (Any other (Any four)

Your brother has recently joined front office department of hotel. Tell him about four duties and responsibilities of each manager and supervisor of this department.

Ans: Four duties and responsibilities of a front office supervisor-

1. Manages each shift
2. Keeps a track of the occupancy
3. Briefing all the staff on the duties for that shift from the department.
4. Keeps a track of the check-ins and check-outs (Any other (Any four))

13. Every human being has not only rights but also responsibilities”. Therefore, as a consumer, what eight responsibilities you need to be aware of?

Ans: Eight responsibilities of consumers-

1. Regularly updating their knowledge of various laws and legislative procedures
2. Should be honest in all dealings and must pay for all purchases.
3. They should feel free to choose from the variety available as per their needs and requirements.
4. Read all the information given on the label/ brochure.
5. Buy products with standardisation marks.
6. Keep receipts and other relevant documents of purchase.
7. Should read and understand all terms and conditions, liabilities, service charges, etc.
8. Increase awareness about activities, work and action of various national and international consumer organisations (Any other (Any eight)