FOOD AND NUTRITION
PAPER 2 ESSAY [40 marks]
Answer, four questions only. Each question carries ten marks.

  1. Explain five factors that influence the formation of food habits.[10 marks]
  2. (a) State two differences between alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. [4 marks]
    (b) State four functions of beverages in a diet. [4 marks]
    © State the principle underlying tea preparation. [2 marks]
  3. (a) Outline two uses of napkins at the table. [2 marks]
    (b) Itemize two examples of flatware. [2 marks]
    © Give three differences between cocktail and buffet services. [6 marks]
  4. (a) Sketch and label two types of kitchen layout. [4 marks]
    (b) State three rules for maintaining kitchen hygiene. [3 marks]
    © State three advantages of a well-planned kitchen. [3 marks]
  5. (a) Distinguish between food preparation and cooking. [2 marks]
    (b) State three reasons for cooking food. [3 marks]
    © State five factors to be considered when choosing a method of cooking. [5 marks]
  6. (a) What are preservatives? [2 marks]
    (b) State five ways of serving fruits. [5 marks]
    © State three factors that can affect the drying of food items. [3 marks]