Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region IV-A-CALABARZON
Division of Laguna
DISTRICT OF NAGCARLAN – RIZAL

FIRST PERIODICAL TEST IN T.L.E. 6 - HOME ECONOMICS

1. These are the things, ideas or qualities by an individual or a family.

a. goals b. resources c. values d. decisions
2. Mr. and Mrs. Antonio save money to buy a new house. They want a bigger one because their children grow older. What kind of resources they need to have to meet the needs of their
family?
a. human resources b. natural resources c. nonhuman resources d. intangible resources
3. It is considered as additional income for a family member who has written a book, composed a song, or invented a thing.
a. lease of property b. pension c. royalty and copyright d. salary
4. Out of family resources, these are considered the most used of the family.
a. time, energy and money c. skills, attitude and knowledge
b. recreational center and transport facilities d. water, electricity and hospitals
5. It is the money that flows into the family to be used in exchange for goods, services and energy.
a. salary b. investment c. income d. properties
6. It refers to the money paid by the family for goods and services they get.
a. income b. resources c. profit d. expenses
7. This gets the bigger share in the allocation of your family income.
a. food b. shelter c. education d. clothing
8. It is an amount allocated for the payment of school fees, allowances, uniform, books and other school supplies.
a. clothing b. medical and dental c. social obligations d. education
9. During payday, mother allot an amount to be deposited in the bank for emergency purposes or for something to be bought in the future. What component of the budget is being considered?
a. savings b. education c. social obligation d. recreation
10. It is the allocation of budget for the family who attends personal events like birthdays, anniversaries and wedding.
a. savings b. social obligation c. shelter d. clothing
11. Which of the following does not show good management of family income?
a. certain amount should be saved regularly c. members of the family must strive to meet its needs
b. spend all your income for the whole month d. set family guidelines in spending monthly income
12. Why do we need to know the needs and wants of the family?
a. to know what gadget to be bought every month
b. because it helps in the apportioning income and expenses
 c. because it helps us prioritize what clothes to wear during parties
d. because it might get individual into financial trouble
13-14. Sudaria family’s budget is P25, 000.00 a month. If they allot 35% of their budget for their food, how much money will they spend? ______________________
If the eldest son is in college and spends 25% for his education, how much should be allotted? ______________
15. Mrs. Adelia went to the supermarket to buy their supplies for their daily needs such as toiletries and laundry soap. If her budget is P32,000.00 in a month and they allocate 10% for it, how
much will she spend? ________________
16. Transportation, water bills, electricity, insurances and house rentals are examples of what kind of expenses?
a. fixed expenses b. flexible expenses c. family’s expenses d. irregular expenses
17. Your younger brother was brought in the hospital due to diarrhea. Which component of the family budget should be spent?
a. savings b. household operation c. medical and dental d. education
18. Why do modern families are thinking of ways to increase their income?
a. because their fixed income is not enough to sustain their needs
b. because they become more vicious which cannot be supported by the head of the family
c. because they want more money to buy all the things they want
d. because they want to impress other people for they have more money to spend
19. Your older sister is planning to have a small home-based business. If she has sewing skills what kind of product can she produce?
a. flower vase b. pillow case c. skinless longanisa d. poultry products

20. These are linens used as cover on a table, table accessory and part of a formal table setting.
a. bed linens b. fabric c. table linens d. bath linens
21. Grade six pupils were assigned to bring cloth for their pillow case. What kind of linen is it?
a. bed linen b. table linen c. bath linen d. synthetic linen
22. All of the following are benefits of having sewing tools and equipment in good working condition EXCEPT one.
a. it disturbs others because of borrowing tools c. it can save time and make things easier
b. it is very convenient to the one working d. it makes output in a good condition
23. Ceane is working until she noticed that her middle finger was pricked as she pushed the needle through the cloth. What sewing tool she forgot to use?
a. tracing wheel b. thimble c. dressmaker’s gauge d. emery bag
24. Grandmother collects the dressmaker’s pins she used in sewing your uniform. Where will she put the pins and needles that are not in used?
a. seam ripper b. pin cushion c. piece of cloth d. sewing box
25. How should we take good care of our shears and scissors?
a. wash it after use c. apply some oil on it occasionally
b. remove the screw if not in use d. soak in a cold water before using it
26. The following are steps in pattern drafting EXCEPT one.
a. start with a sketch into the desired size c. carry the cloth and stand while cutting
b. cut the pattern to achieve the actual shape and size d. pin the pattern on the cloth and start tracing
27. Shears and scissors should be handled correctly. Which of the following is NOT a proper way of using them?
a. blades are closed when not in used c. when sharing, hold to the pointed end
b. handle must be toward the receiver d. leave it on the table after use.
28. Pupils were asked to prepare a project plan for a pillow case. All of the following are parts of the plan EXCEPT one.
a. name of the project c. materials and tools
b. objectives d. finished product
29. New technology has promoted most business to engage in its use especially in terms of fast-paced selling or promoting products. Which of the following does not use technology in advertising
linens and other products?
a. e-mail marketing b. blogging c. direct selling d. printed media
30. You have two pillow cases. The cost price is 100.00 each while the selling price is P120.00 each. How much will be your total profit? ___________________
31. People tend to preserve fruit especially if they are in season. The following are reasons why we preserve food EXCEPT one.
a. to prevent spoilage c. to multiply microorganisms present in the food
b. to lengthen the shelf life of the food d. to augment family income
32. This method of food preservation goes back to the Egyptians. It is the removal of moisture or water in food. It is the most ancient method of food preservation known to man.
a. salting b. drying c. freezing d. canning
33. Ripe santol fruits were scattered in Yanyan’s garden. They cannot sell them in the market because they live in a far flung area. What should they do in order to prevent spoilage or wastage?
a. make some santol candies c. throw them in the compost pit
b. distribute them to their neighbors d. sell them in market and spend more for transportation
34. How can we be sure on the measurement of ingredients needed in preserving food?
a. use weighing scale and measuring cups c. cook the ingredients first before measuring
b. use plastic bags in measuring them d. chop and cut all the ingredients then put them in the container
35. Peter is washing camias fruits to be used in his candied camias. He washes them in running water and drain them. What utensil to be used to drain the fruits he washed?
a. colander b. measuring cup c. pans d. food processor
36. To start making preserved food, the following are factors to be considered in choosing and preparing the right ingredients EXCEPT one.
a. sort out ingredients to determine blemished and presence of insects
b. wash by putting them in running water
c. chooses unripe or overripe main ingredients
d. peel fruits into desired shapes and sizes
37. All pupils are getting ready in preserving fruits. They get all the materials and ingredients needed in making different jams. Some of them were not allowed to handle food because they don’t
have complete PPE. What does it mean which is very necessary in food handling?
a. Protection on Personal Equipment c. Privacy for Protected Enemy
b. Personal Protective Equipment d. Personal Procedure Engagement

38. What are the materials to complete PPE?

a. gloves, apron, mask and hairnet c. stove, matches, casserole
b. old newspaper, knives, chopping board d. boots, gloves, hairnet, scissors
39. Your younger sister brought a pair of kitchen scissors, chopping knife and vegetable peeler for their cooking activity in school. What kind of tool did she bring?
a. measuring tools b. mixing tools c. weighing tools d. cutting tools
40. Research should be conducted to determine the new trends and demands for preserved food products. It may be in a form of interviews of resource persons engaged in food preservation or a
questionnaire to survey target customers. The following questions may be included in your survey EXCEPT one.
a. the kind of preserved food that customers buy, prefer or look for
b. the taste and flavor of the product
c. the price range of the preserved food
d. how long it takes to preserve fruits
41. Packaging materials for preserves should be creative, attractive, durable and nonhazardous. Which of the following DOES NOT show a good packaging material?
a. damaged containers can be used for preserved food
b. packaging materials should be easy to dispose
c. use roll bags in selling jams and jellies
d. use colorful wrappers, painted fabrics on top of jars
42. Labels provide important information about the preserved food products. Which of the following is not included in the label of food preserved products?
a. name or brand of the product c. weight and list of ingredients
b. address of the producer d. name of tools and equipment used
43. Mr.Asistido’s marketing strategy is by promoting his preserved food products in exhibits and bazaars. What strategy did he use in selling his products?
a. print media b. product display c. internet marketing d. social media
44-45. Below is the record of the daily sales of David family. Compute the profit and total profit to complete the table.

DATE ITEMS COST PRICE SELLING PRICE PROFIT TOTAL PROFIT

July 30, 2017 3 jars of mango P55.00/jar P77.00/jar _____________ ____________
jam
46. We need to keep records of transactions for purchase of materials and sales. Which of the following does not show reason of record keeping?
a. to determine if your products are marketed well c. to improve the quality of the products made
b. to know if there is an increase in your income d. to throw all the unsold products
47-48. How will you use technology in marketing your food preserved products in your community?

49-50. Why is it important to conduct a research in determining market trends and demands in preserved or processed food?

jma
Answer key:
1. b
2. c
3. c
4. a
5. c
6. d
7. a
8. d
9. a
10. b
11. b
12. b
13. P 8, 750.00
14. P 6,250.00
15. P 3,200.00
16. a
17. c
18. a
19. b
20. c
21. a
22. a
23. b
24. b
25. c
26. c
27. d
28. d
29. c
30. P 40.00
31. c
32. b
33. a
34. a
35. a
36. c
37. b
38. a
39. d
40. d
41. a
42. d
43. b
44. P 22.00
45. P66.00
46. D
47. Answers may vary
48. Answers may vary
49. Answers may vary
50. Answers may vary

Table of Specifications
in
 First Periodical Test in T.L.E. – Home Economics 6

objectives Item Placement No. of Items Percentage

1, 2
1 Identifies family resources and needs 2 4%

3
Enumerates sources of family income 3, 4, 5
2 6%

6, 7, 8, 9, 10,
9
3 Allocates budget for basic and social needs 13,14, 15, 16 18%

Prepares feasible and practical budget/ prioritizes 11, 12, 17, 18, 4
4 needs over wants 8%
20, 21, 2
Classifies tools and materials according to their use
5 4%
28 1
Prepares project plan for household linens 2%
6

Identifies supplies/materials and tools needed for the

22, 23, 24
7 project 3 6%
25, 26, 27
8 Drafts pattern for household linens/safety precautions 3 6%

Sews creative and marketable household linens as

9 19 1 2%
means to augment family income
Markets finished household linens in varied and
10 29 1 2%
creative ways
11 Compute costs, sales and gains with pride 30 1 2%
Conducts an inventory of foods that can be
12 preserved/processed using any of the processes on 33, 36 2 4%
food preservation
Discusses the processes in each of the food
13 31, 32 2 4%
preservation/ processing method
15 Identifies the tools/utensils and equipment 34, 35,39 3 6%
37, 38
Observe safety rules in food preservation/processing
17 2 4%
Conducts simple research to determine market trends
18 40, 49,50 3 6%
and demands in preserved/processed food
41,42 2
Packages product for sale creatively/artistically 4%
19
Compute costs, sales and gains in selling preserved
20 44,45, 46 3 6%
food
21 Uses technology in advertising products 43, 47,48 3 6%