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CSEC Food, Nutrition and Health Paper 2 May/June 2019 - Free CXC Past Paper with Answers
Free CXC Food, Nutrition and Health Paper 2 May/June 2019 past paper from 2019. Includes a worked answer key. Open the PDF, take a timed test, and study with AI on Caribbean AI.
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Define the term 'nutritional status'.
[2 marks]
State the FOUR types of assessment methods that are generally used to evaluate nutritional status.
[4 marks]
Suggest THREE reasons why the effective management of diabetes mellitus is costly.
[4 marks]
Outline TWO reasons why pregnant women are required to have an increased intake of iron in their diet.
[6 marks]
State TWO functions of food.
[2 marks]
Samantha is 50 pounds overweight. In an attempt to lose the 50 pounds, she reduces her intake of carbohydrates.
Discuss TWO effects of the inadequate consumption of carbohydrates on Samantha's health.
[6 marks]
Minerals, though required in small amounts, are essential for the normal functioning of the body. Explain TWO ways in which calcium is important to EACH of the following groups:
[4 marks]
Adolescent females
[2 marks]
Babies
[2 marks]
State TWO functions of water in the body and TWO sources of water in the diet.
Functions
Sources
[4 marks]
Define the term 'brunch'.
[2 marks]
State TWO differences between 'table d'hôte' and 'à la carte'.
[4 marks]
Your class plans to hold a brunch to raise funds for its graduation ball. Plan the menu for the brunch.
[4 marks]
You are reminded that the majority of students in the class are athletes. They focus on a healthy lifestyle which includes healthy eating. Complete the table below to identify and explain THREE factors to consider when planning the menu. The first factor has been identified and explained for you.
| FACTOR | EXPLANATION |
|---|---|
| Food should have a low cholesterol content. | Foods high in cholesterol may clog the arteries and can cause cardiovascular diseases. |
| 1. | |
| 2. | |
| 3. |
[6 marks]
State the name of TWO perishable and TWO non-perishable foods.
[4 marks]
Define the term 'food infection'.
[2 marks]
Complete the table below by suggesting ONE reason for EACH of the following steps in the production of cheese.
| STEP | REASON |
|---|---|
| Pasteurization of milk | |
| Addition of bacterial culture | |
| Addition of rennet | |
| Addition of salt to the curd |
[4 marks]
Suggest TWO guidelines that should be followed for EACH of the following factors in order to prevent food contamination during the preparation and service of food. (i) Temperature (ii) Personal hygiene (iii) Kitchen/food hygiene
[6 marks]
Temperature
[2 marks]
Personal hygiene
[2 marks]
Kitchen/food hygiene
[2 marks]
List THREE steps to be taken when removing a blockage from a clogged sink.
[3 marks]
Kazim sustained a minor cut to his finger whilst slicing a cucumber. List THREE steps in the first-aid treatment of Kazim's finger.
[3 marks]
Suggest ONE precaution that should be taken during EACH of the following activities to prevent accidents from occurring.
[6 marks]
Lighting the oven of a gas cooker with matches
[2 marks]
Slicing or cutting root vegetables
[2 marks]
Frying fish
[2 marks]
Ramona is a cook for a caterer. She finds it difficult to prepare meals on time. Suggest TWO ways by which Ramona can achieve maximum efficiency when preparing meals.
[4 marks]
Define the term 'green consumer'.
[2 marks]
State FOUR characteristics of fresh fish that should be considered when purchasing fish.
[4 marks]
Outline the preparation and service of a one-pot dish using any THREE of the following foods:
[6 marks]
Explain TWO scientific principles that are used during the process of steaming.
[4 marks]