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AGA KHAN UNIVERSITY EXAMINATION BOARD

SECONDARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE
CLASS X EXAMINATION
MAY 2015
Elements of Home Economics Paper I
Time: 40 minutes Marks: 30

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read each question carefully.
2. Answer the questions on the separate answer sheet provided. DO NOT write your answers on the
question paper.
3. There are 100 answer numbers on the answer sheet. Use answer numbers 1 to 30 only.
4. In each question there are four choices A, B, C, D. Choose ONE. On the answer grid black out
the circle for your choice with a pencil as shown below.
Candidates Signature

5. If you want to change your answer, ERASE the first answer completely with a rubber, before
blacking out a new circle.
6. DO NOT write anything in the answer grid. The computer only records what is in the circles.
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1.

The silver fibre of Pakistan is

A.
B.
C.
D.

2.

The meaning of the word textile is

A.
B.
C.
D.

3.

Radiation
Gradation
Transition
Alternation

Which of the following threads is the most appropriate for stitching a delicate chiffon fabric?
A.
B.
C.
D.

7.

Strength
Elasticity
Absorbency
Resistant to heat

Which principle of design is shown through the successive layers of sheer fabric in the given
picture?
A.
B.
C.
D.

6.

make it trendy.
make it beautiful.
increase price value.
improve fabric quality.

Which characteristic of a fibre greatly affects the comfort of any garment?

A.
B.
C.
D.

5.

a product made from fabric.

a product ready for sale.
the finished form of fabric.
a raw material for fabric.

The basic purpose of applying finishing to a fabric is to

A.
B.
C.
D.

4.

silk.
wool.
linen.
cotton.

All purpose cotton thread

Twisted polyester-cotton thread
Extra fine mercerized polyester thread
Heavy duty mercerized polyester thread

The tension regulator of a sewing machine is responsible for

A.
B.
C.
D.

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providing space for the cloth which is being stitched.

controlling the movement of threads lever and the needle.
increasing or decreasing pressure on the thread while stitching.
releasing the thread in the right direction for the bobbin to fill evenly.

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8.

Which of the following is the most appropriate dress for an obese, college going girl?
A.
B.
C.
D.

9.

Which design will look the most sober on a 45 years old lady?
A.
B.
C.
D.

10.

Wash-n-wear
Nylon
Cotton
Wool

Household living standards for a family should be set according to the availability of all of the
following EXCEPT
A.
B.
C.
D.

14.

Color and texture

Price and tailoring
Style and accessories
Comfort and durability

Dresses of which of these fabrics would be the most comfortable for a 3 months old baby?
A.
B.
C.
D.

13.

Design and pattern

Comfort and absorbance
Durability and insulation
Stain-resistance and ease of laundering

Which of the following is the most essential practical consideration when buying clothes?
A.
B.
C.
D.

12.

Abstract design
Small printed design
Radiant floral design
Large geometric design

Which of the following properties is least required for a sportswear?

A.
B.
C.
D.

11.

Fitted shirt with tights

Fitted jeans with T-shirt
Straight long shirt with trousers
Short A-line shirt with palazzo pants

time.
clothes.
energy.
money.

To achieve higher education from a renowned university, tangible resources act as

A.
B.
C.
D.

a stimulus.
an asset.
a quality.
an equipment.

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15.

Intangible resources have

A.
B.
C.
D.

16.

Which of the following human resources is considered to be flexible and versatile?

A.
B.
C.
D.

17.

Filtration
Sanitation
Landfilling
Incineration

Which of the following is most likely to be a safety hazard if left unattended in the kitchen
when there are children around?
A.
B.
C.
D.

21.

resources.
management.
environment.
circumstances.

Which method involves thermal destruction of solid waste?

A.
B.
C.
D.

20.

goals.
values.
hobbies.
decisions.

The aggregate of surrounding things, conditions or influences is known as

A.
B.
C.
D.

19.

Skill
Energy
Attitude
Knowledge

Aliya is a homemaker who is very particular about cleanliness. Her mother has encouraged
this habit in her. To Aliya, cleanliness is one of her
A.
B.
C.
D.

18.

qualitative limits.
personality limits.
availability limits.
quantitative limits.

A water filled closed container

Dismantled electrical appliances
A basket full of onions and potatoes
Scissors, knives and skewers on the table top

Acid rain causes damage to statues, buildings and aquatic life. Which of the following gases,
on reacting with rain water, causes acid rain?
A.
B.
C.
D.

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Sulphur dioxide
Methane
Oxygen
Nitrogen

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22.

Resource recovery practice of collecting and reusing waste materials is called

A.
B.
C.
D.

23.

Of all the colours, red and orange are considered to be the

A.
B.
C.
D.

24.

Balance
Rhythm
Harmony
Proportion

The art work shown in the given picture is an example of

A.
B.
C.
D.

28.

art.
design.
rhythm.
emphasis.

Which principle of art can both be formal and informal?

A.
B.
C.
D.

27.

Royal blue
Light green
Rusty brown
Bright purple

Expressing ideas and feelings through visual forms is called

A.
B.
C.
D.

26.

darkest.
coolest.
warmest.
brightest.

Which of the following colours makes a room appear spacious?

A.
B.
C.
D.

25.

recycling.
processing.
renovating.
incineration.

natural design.
abstract design
adapted design.
geometrical design.

A room with a low ceiling can be made to appear elevated by using

A.
B.
C.
D.

vertical broad stripes.

diagonal broad stripes.
vertical narrow stripes.
horizontal narrow stripes.

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29.

A large room can appear small by placing the furniture

A.
B.
C.
D.

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in the centre.
in the corners.
against the four walls.
near any two opposite walls.

Angrakha dresses and Sarees are good examples of

A.
B.
C.
D.

emphasis.
proportion.
repetition of lines.
asymmetrical balance.

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