BECE Home Economics 2022 Past Questions

Question 1

The desire for independence is highest at ...... stage.

A.adolescent
B.adulthood
C.childhood
D.maturity
E.puberty

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Question 2

The substance that removes dirt by holding it in suspension is

A.abrasive
B.bleach
C.polish
D.solvent
E.wax

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Question 3

The most suitable fabric for household articles is

A.linen
B.nylon
C.rayon
D.silk
E.wool

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Question 4

An additive used in jam making that serves as a preservative is

A.curry
B.lemon
C.sugar
D.vinegar
E.wine

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Question 5

Which of the following is a good eating habit?

A.Chew food with mouth opened
B.Eat with mouth very full at a time
C.Keep quiet while eating
D.Pick teeth with chewing stick
E.Use knife to put food into the mouth

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Question 6

Poor marketing strategy leads to

A.diversification of business
B.improved sales
C.increase in expenditure
D.increase in profit
E.proper planning

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Question 7

The term 'drug abuse' means, intake of drug that is

A.appropriate for a diagnosed ailment
B.beneficial to health
C.legalized for muscle building
D.prescribed by a physician
E.very harmful to the consumer

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Question 8

Which of the following cosmetics is strictly a hair care product?

A.Cream
B.Lotion
C.Moisturizer
D.Pomade
E.Shampoo

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Question 9

Two factors that affect child development are food and

A.clothing
B.complexion
C.heredity
D.language
E.weather

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Question 10

The act of making a boy's shirt from the father's used shirt is

A.darning
B.patching
C.printing
D.renovating
E.reshaping

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Question 11

The most suitable material for neatening the rough edges of an apron is

A.button
B.frill
C.interfacing
D.ribbon
E.zipper

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Question 12

A stitch that can be used for filling designs and making appliqué on a baby's cap is

A.blanket
B.chain
C.herringbone
D.overcasting
E.satin

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Question 13

The process of acquiring edible items through exchange of money is

A.handling
B.preservation
C.production
D.purchasing
E.safety

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Question 14

An example of a substance that is harmful when consumed is

A.bromate
B.caramel
C.cinnamon
D.vinegar
E.yeast

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Question 15

Which of the following drinks is healthy for a school child?

A.Beer
B.Champaign
C.Coffee
D.Gin
E.Yoghurt

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Question 16

The effect of unhealthy feeding can be corrected by eating

A.adequate diet
B.food low in nutrient
C.food high in calories
D.in between meals
E.lot of sweets

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Question 17

Zobo drink prepared with water from an unprotected source is

A.adulterated
B.contaminated
C.sanitized
D.sterilized
E.undiluted

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Question 18

A home-made substance that is suitable for cleaning gold is

A."asisa" leave
B."edo" powder
C.charcoal powder
D.fine sand
E.pawpaw leave

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Question 19

Gold is classified under ...... resources.

A.artificial
B.human
C.material
D.mineral
E.synthetic

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Question 20

The function of a bobbin case is to

A.hold the bobbin
B.hold the fabric firm
C.hold the lower thread
D.lubricate the bobbin
E.prevent twisting of thread

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Question 21

The neckline of a gown can be finished by

A.applying applique
B.facing
C.patching the edge
D.stitching
E.tacking the edge

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Question 22

Foods are preserved to reduce

A.infection
B.nutrient
C.palatability
D.varieties
E.wastage

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Question 23

Which of the following is NOT a risk factor in food purchasing?

A.Availability of food in season
B.Climatic condition
C.Cost of food in the market
D.Family needs
E.Inadequate storage facilities

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Question 24

Milling is a method used in processsing

A.cocoyam
B.milk
C.potato
D.rice
E.yam

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Question 25

Which of the following practices does NOT guarantee food hygiene?

A.Buying food stuffs from clean environment
B.Covering food during preparation
C.Purchasing of wholesome food stuffs
D.Storing perishable food for a short time
E.Using any available water for cooking

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Question 26

Leafy vegetables should be firm and ....... at the point of purchase.

A.dry
B.fresh
C.mouldy
D.soft
E.wilty

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Question 27

Perishable foods are consumables that

A.have high water content
B.have low moisture content
C.have prolonged shelf life
D.rarely develop moulds
E.take time to cook

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Question 28

The ingredient that differentiates cream from pomade is

A.borax
B.colour
C.lanoline
D.mineral oil
E.paraffin wax

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Question 29

The practice that enables a consumer to enjoy goods and services NOT completely paid for is

A.bulk purchase
B.credit sales
C.hire purchase
D.impulse buying
E.window shopping

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Question 30

Use the diagram below to answer questions 30 and 31

The tool in the diagram above is a/an

A.duster
B.emery bag
C.magnet
D.pin cushion
E.sponge

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Question 31

Use the diagram below to answer questions 30 and 31

What is the use of the tool? It is used for

A.cleaning dusty surfaces
B.cleaning rusty pins and needles
C.holding pins and needles
D.picking pins
E.pressing slip board

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Question 32

The following are expected outcomes when food is handled in an unhealthy manner EXCEPT

A.bacteria growth
B.contamination
C.food borne disease
D.food poisoning
E.wastage

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Question 33

Use the diagram below to answer questions 30 and 31

What is the name of the tool in the diagram?

A.Bodkin
B.Knitting pin
C.Machine needle
D.Stiletto
E.Thimble

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Question 34

Use the diagram below to answer questions 30 and 31

What is the use of the tool in the diagram? It is used for

A.picking up pins
B.protecting the finger while sewing
C.punching holes for eyelets
D.threading elastic through casing
E.threading the machine

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Question 35

An example of chemical food posion is

A.chlorine
B.citric acid
C.lead
D.sodium chloride
E.tartaric acid

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Question 36

High consumption of junk food can

A.boost immunity
B.disrupt the digestive system
C.increase life span
D.lead to weight gain
E.strengthen the bones

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Question 37

Cat fish is locally preserved by salting and

A.canning
B.freezing
C.radiation
D.refrigertation
E.smoking

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Question 38

What is the most important information on a cosmetic label?

A.Best before date
B.Brand name
C.Direction for use
D.Net content
E.Product identity

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Question 39

An individual needs and desires in life are ....... values.

A.family
B.general
C.national
D.personal
E.societal

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Question 40

A good household linen should be

A.absorbent
B.bulky
C.dyed
D.elastic
E.stiffened

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Question 41

The following are uses of draperies EXCEPT

A.adding fragrance to the room
B.beautification of the room
C.providing privacy
D.serving as wind breaker
E.shading room from excess sun light

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Question 42

Which of the following is a snack?

A.Bean cake
B.Chicken stew
C.Egg sauce
D.Grilled turkey
E.Pouched egg

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Question 43

The cooking method used for making sausage roll is

A.baking
B.frying
C.grilling
D.pouching
E.steaming

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Question 44

Which of the following parts of the body is mostly affected by excessive intake of alcohol?

A.Ear
B.Liver
C.Skin
D.Teeth
E.Tongue

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Question 45

Which of the following is a food safety technique?

A.Blanching
B.Browning
C.Canning
D.Cleaning
E.Mixing

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Question 46

Food safety can be enhanced by

A.poor body hygiene
B.proper storage method
C.the use of adulterant
D.the use of substandard packing material
E.wrong choice of preservation method

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Question 47

Which of the following items is NOT regulated by NAFDAC?

A.Animal feed
B.Bottle water
C.Cosmetics ingredients
D.Fresh yams
E.Herbal drugs

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Question 48

The mental process which involves selecting from alternative courses of action is

A.action plan
B.decision making
C.opportunity cost
D.opportunity forgone
E.scale of preference

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Question 49

When many fibres are twisted together, a ....... is formed.

A.bias
B.cloth
C.selvedge
D.warp
E.yarn

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Question 50

The upright metal rod which holds thread up in a sewing machine is the

A.feed plate
B.presser foot
C.spool spin
D.stitch regulator
E.tension regulator

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