HSC/IV/11 Student's Copy
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Pre-CBCS
4th Semester
HOME SCIENCE
Nutrition for the Family
Full Marks 55
Time 2½ hours
PART A—OBJECTIVE
Marks 20
The figures in the margin indicate full marks for the questions
SECTION—A
Marks 5
Tick the correct answer in the brackets provided 1×5=5
1. Breast milk is not a good source of
energy
protein
calcium
iron
2. Menarche means
onset of menstruation
menstrual cramps
reproductive age
cessation of menstruation
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3. The storage form of carbohydrate in human body is
glucose
glycogen
glucogen
fats
4. Sodium benzoate is used as
preservative in foods
sterilization of foods
fortification of foods
colouring agents
5. Argemone seeds are used to adulterate
mustard seeds
sesame seeds
sunflower seeds
None of the above
SECTION—B
Marks 15
Write short notes on the following 3×5=15
1. Weaning
2. Reference man and woman
3. Digestion of carbohydrates
4. Dehydration
5. Importance of food sanitation
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PART B—DESCRIPTIVE
Marks 35
The figures in the margin indicate full marks for the questions
1. What are the factors affecting nutritional requirement of school-going
children? Suggest some nutritious dishes for packed lunch.
OR
What are the characteristics of infants? 7
2. What are the nutritional problems often seen among the adolescents? 7
OR
Write down the complications of pregnancy. 7
3. Discuss the nutritional requirement of a nursing mother. 7
OR
What are the problems faced by the elderly that can affect their food
intake? 7
4. How are microorganisms responsible for food spoilage? 7
OR
Write down the importance of food preservation. 7
5. Define food additives. Write a note on any three of them.
OR
What are the various food laws undertaken in our country? Explain briefly. 7