Summary

• Description:

  The MS Word document comprises KCSE 2026 Home Science Paper 2 Prediction Paper with Answers (Set 2). The PDF version is also available upon your request. The marking scheme is towards the end of the file.

  It was a KCSE Home Science Paper 2 prediction examination designed to prepare candidates for the national assessment.

  This hands-on clothing construction paper assesses the candidate's skill in garment drafting, pattern cutting, sewing techniques, structural finishing, and embroidery application. It focuses on the technical fabrication of the left leg of a pair of shorts according to strict dimensional tolerances and professional textile finishing standards.

  • Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
  • Total Marks: 90 (Scaled to 45 Marks)
  • Number of Questions: 1 Practical Garment Construction Project

  It covers the following topics:

  • Pattern Drafting and Cutting Out:
    • Identification and Cutting of Pattern Pieces (Short Front, Short Back, Motif, and Waistband)
    • Fabric Grain Alignment and Smooth Cutting Lines
  • Fullness Control and Shaping:
    • Stitching, Tapering, and Securing Back Darts
    • Pressing and Directional Dart Placement
  • Decorative Needlework and Embroidery:
    • Motif Positioning and Raw Edge Enclosure
    • Application of Even Satin Stitches and Border Finishing
  • Seam Technology:
    • Working the Side Seam Using an Open (Plain) Seam and Edge Neatening
    • Constructing the Inner Leg Seam Using a French Seam
  • Waistline Finishing:
    • Preparing, Trimming, and Knife-Edging the Waistband
    • Waistband Attachment, Under-Tucking, and Slip-Stitching
  • Fastenings and Hem Management:
    • Two-Hole Button Attachment with a Thread Shank
    • Lower Hem Finishing Using Inconspicuous Slip Hemming Stitches
  • Garment Presentation:
    • Removal of Tacking Threads and Pins, Final Pressing, Folding, and Labelling
• File Size:

  1.38 MB
• Length:

  8 pages
• Category:

  KCSE Prediction Papers
• Level:

  Form 4
• Subject:

  Home Science
• Posted By:

  Caleb_Peter

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