BSEB Matric Home Science study plan

List the six major nutrient classes and state one primary function and two rich food sources for each

Explain the difference between energy-giving, body-building, and protective foods with three examples each

Calculate the approximate energy value of a simple two-item meal using standard calorie tables

Describe three common nutritional deficiency diseases and their visible symptoms

Classify ten common foods into the five food groups and justify each placement

Explain the effect of over-cooking and repeated reheating on water-soluble vitamins

Describe the nutritional needs of three life stages: adolescence, pregnancy, and old age

Identify two local food myths and correct them with evidence-based reasoning

Define balanced diet and list the five food groups with one serving example per group

Plan a full-day vegetarian menu for a working adult that meets all food groups

Compare the cost of two protein sources and select the more economical per gram of protein

Identify three seasonal, low-cost foods and explain how to use them in daily meals

Explain five food preservation methods and the principle behind each

Describe the process of making one fruit preserve and one vegetable pickle at home

List three signs of food spoilage and two safe storage practices for cooked food

Compare home preservation with commercial processing in terms of nutrition retention and cost

Prepare a monthly household budget covering fixed and variable expenses for a family of four

Apply two techniques to reduce household energy or water use and estimate the monthly saving

Explain the difference between needs and wants with three personal examples

Describe two consumer rights and the process for filing a complaint about a defective product

Classify ten fabric samples by fibre type and describe one care instruction for each

Explain the meaning of three common care-label symbols and demonstrate correct interpretation

Describe the process of removing three common stains from cotton fabric

Compare hand washing and machine washing for delicate fabrics in terms of cost and fabric life

List the major physical and social milestones of a child from birth to five years

Describe three positive discipline strategies and explain why physical punishment is discouraged

Demonstrate the first-aid steps for a minor burn, a cut, and a choking incident

Explain the importance of hand hygiene and safe drinking water in preventing common infections

Design a small home-science project with a clear aim, method, and expected outcome

Prepare a project report following a standard format with observations and conclusions

Review all eight domains using a 20-question self-test and score at least 80%

Identify two weak areas from the self-test and write a short revision note for each