2026 WAEC GCE HOME MANAGEMENT
Questions and Answers | Objective and Essay Exam Guide
Set by the Examiner — Original Model Practice Paper
Prepare confidently for the 2026 WAEC GCE Home Management examination with this original practice guide. This exam guide contains 60 carefully written objective questions covering the home management process, family types and functions, budgeting, consumer education, housing, textiles and clothing, food and nutrition, personal hygiene, home nursing and first aid, child development, household equipment, family resource management and entrepreneurship, alongside 6 detailed essay questions with fully worked model answers and a complete marking guide. Designed strictly to reflect the current WAEC GCE Home Management syllabus format and standard, this is an original practice resource for self-study and revision and is not an actual past or leaked WAEC question paper.
Instructions to Candidates
1. This paper consists of two sections: Section A (Objective) and Section B (Essay).
2. Section A contains 60 objective questions. Answer ALL questions in this section.
3. Section B contains 6 essay questions. Answer as instructed by your teacher or invigilator (typically 4 out of 6).
4. Time allowed: 2 hours 30 minutes (practice paper — adjust to your own revision schedule).
5. This is an original practice examination created strictly for revision purposes based on the general structure of the WAEC GCE Home Management syllabus. It does not reproduce, predict, or represent any actual WAEC question paper.
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SECTION A: OBJECTIVE TEST (60 Questions)
1. Home management can be defined as
(A) the process of using available human and material resources to achieve family goals
(B) the study of foreign languages
(C) the act of building houses only
(D) a branch of law dealing with property
2. The first step in the home management process is
(A) evaluating
(B) controlling
(C) planning
(D) implementing
3. Which of the following is a material resource in home management?
(A) Time
(B) Money
(C) Energy
(D) Skill
4. Which of the following is a human resource in home management?
(A) Furniture
(B) Knowledge and skill
(C) Land
(D) Equipment
5. Decision making in the family is best described as
(A) the process of choosing the best alternative from available options to solve a problem
(B) the act of buying furniture
(C) a step taken without any thought
(D) an activity carried out only by children
6. A family may be defined as
(A) a group of unrelated persons living in different houses
(B) a group of people related by blood, marriage or adoption who live together and share responsibilities
(C) a business organization
(D) a group of students in a school
7. Which of the following is a function of the family?
(A) Procreation and socialization of children
(B) Manufacturing of industrial goods
(C) Making national laws
(D) Conducting international diplomacy
8. A nuclear family consists of
(A) father, mother and their children only
(B) grandparents, parents, children and other relatives living together
(C) unrelated persons sharing accommodation
(D) only children without parents
9. An extended family consists of
(A) father, mother and their children only
(B) the nuclear family plus other relatives such as grandparents, uncles, aunts and cousins
(C) only two unrelated adults
(D) a single parent and one child
10. A family budget is best described as
(A) a plan showing expected income and planned expenditure over a period
(B) a list of household equipment
(C) a type of family recipe
(D) a document for registering a marriage
11. One major advantage of budgeting in the home is that it helps the family to
(A) spend money without any plan
(B) control expenditure and avoid overspending
(C) increase debts
(D) avoid saving money
12. Which of the following is a fixed expenditure in a family budget?
(A) House rent
(B) Entertainment
(C) Clothing for a special occasion
(D) Gifts
13. Savings in family finance refers to
(A) money spent immediately on food
(B) the part of income not spent but kept for future use
(C) money borrowed from a bank
(D) money given out as a gift
14. Consumer education is concerned with
(A) teaching consumers how to make wise choices when buying goods and services
(B) training only sellers of goods
(C) teaching farmers how to grow crops
(D) training doctors in hospitals
15. Which of the following best describes a wise consumer?
(A) One who buys anything without checking the price or quality
(B) One who compares prices, checks quality, and plans purchases before buying
(C) One who buys only expensive items
(D) One who never reads product labels
16. Which of the following is a value for money buying practice?
(A) Buying without comparing prices
(B) Comparing quality and price of similar goods before buying
(C) Buying on impulse
(D) Ignoring product expiry dates
17. Which of the following is a source of family income?
(A) Salary from employment
(B) House rent paid out
(C) School fees paid
(D) Cost of clothing bought
18. Housing may be defined as
(A) a structure built and used to provide shelter and comfort for people
(B) a type of food crop
(C) a method of cooking
(D) a piece of furniture
19. One major function of the home is to
(A) provide shelter, security and a place for family interaction
(B) serve as a place of business for strangers only
(C) replace the school entirely
(D) serve only as a warehouse
20. Which of the following is an important factor to consider when choosing a site for a house?
(A) Nearness to a good source of water and good drainage
(B) Distance from any form of transportation
(C) Absence of fresh air
(D) Presence of a swamp with no drainage
21. Ventilation in a house refers to
(A) the process of allowing fresh air to circulate freely within the house
(B) the process of painting the walls
(C) a method of cooking food
(D) a type of furniture arrangement
22. One benefit of proper ventilation in the home is that it
(A) allows fresh air in and removes stale air and odours
(B) increases the cost of building materials
(C) reduces the size of the house
(D) prevents entry of visitors
23. Interior decoration in the home is mainly concerned with
(A) arranging and beautifying the inside of a house to make it comfortable and attractive
(B) constructing the roof of a house
(C) digging a borehole
(D) planting crops in the garden
24. Which of the following is an example of a textile fibre obtained from a plant?
(A) Wool
(B) Silk
(C) Cotton
(D) Nylon
25. Wool is an example of a textile fibre obtained from
(B) animals
(C) minerals
(D) synthetic chemicals only
26. Which of the following is a synthetic (man-made) fibre?
(A) Cotton
(B) Wool
(C) Silk
(D) Nylon
27. One major reason for caring properly for clothes is to
(A) make them last longer and remain presentable
(B) reduce their cost immediately
(C) make them shrink faster
(D) damage them quickly
28. Which of the following is a simple stitch commonly used to temporarily hold fabric pieces together before permanent sewing?
(A) Hemming stitch
(B) Running (tacking) stitch
(C) Buttonhole stitch
(D) Blanket stitch
29. Laundry work in the home mainly involves
(A) washing, drying, and ironing of clothes and household linen
(B) cooking of family meals
(C) building of a house
(D) planting of crops
30. Starching of certain fabrics after washing is done mainly to
(A) give the fabric a stiff and neat finish
(B) make the fabric shrink permanently
(C) remove all colour from the fabric
(D) make the fabric heavier permanently
31. Food and nutrition in home management deals with
(A) the study of food, its nutrients, and their importance to the body
(B) the study of building materials
(C) the study of family income only
(D) the study of clothing styles
32. A balanced diet is best described as a meal that
(A) contains only one type of food nutrient
(B) contains all the necessary nutrients in the right proportion needed by the body
(C) consists only of proteins
(D) has no nutritional value
33. Which of the following is a major function of carbohydrates in the body?
(A) Providing energy for body activities
(B) Building and repairing body tissues
(C) Regulating body processes only
(D) Fighting infection directly
34. Which of the following is a body-building food nutrient?
(A) Protein
(B) Carbohydrate
(C) Water
(D) Fat
35. Vitamins and minerals are mainly classified as
(A) energy-giving foods
(B) body-building foods
(C) protective foods
(D) non-food substances
36. Which of the following is a good source of vitamin C?
(B) Rice
(C) Meat
(D) Palm oil
37. Malnutrition refers to
(A) a condition resulting from eating a well-balanced diet
(B) a condition resulting from an improper or unbalanced diet, either too much or too little
(C) a method of cooking food
(D) a type of kitchen equipment
38. Which of the following food preservation methods involves the use of low temperature?
(A) Refrigeration
(B) Smoking
(C) Salting
(D) Drying under the sun
39. One major reason for preserving food is to
(A) prevent spoilage and extend the shelf life of food
(B) reduce the taste of food
(C) increase bacteria growth in food
(D) make food more expensive always
40. Personal hygiene refers to
(A) practices carried out by an individual to keep the body clean and healthy
(B) the cleaning of public roads only
(C) a method of cooking food
(D) a way of decorating the home
41. Which of the following is a good personal hygiene practice?
(A) Regular bathing and washing of hands
(B) Sharing personal items like toothbrushes with others
(C) Wearing dirty clothes repeatedly
(D) Ignoring dental care completely
42. Home nursing refers to
(A) the care given to a sick person at home
(B) the training given to professional nurses in hospitals only
(C) a method of cooking for large gatherings
(D) a type of family budget
43. Which of the following is an important consideration when caring for a sick person at home?
(A) Providing a clean, quiet and comfortable environment
(B) Keeping the room dark and dirty at all times
(C) Denying the patient food and water
(D) Ignoring the patient’s temperature and symptoms
44. First aid may be defined as
(A) the immediate and temporary care given to a victim of an accident or sudden illness before professional medical help arrives
(B) a permanent cure for all diseases
(C) a type of surgical operation
(D) a long-term treatment plan only given by doctors
45. Which of the following is an appropriate first aid measure for a minor cut?
(A) Clean the wound and apply a plaster or bandage
(B) Ignore the wound completely
(C) Apply engine oil to the wound
(D) Rub sand into the wound
46. Child development refers to
(A) the process by which a child grows and changes physically, mentally, socially and emotionally over time
(B) a method of disciplining children only
(C) a type of family budget
(D) a style of clothing for children
47. Which of the following best promotes healthy growth and development in young children?
(A) A balanced diet, love, and a safe stimulating environment
(B) Neglect and lack of proper feeding
(C) Constant harsh punishment only
(D) Isolation from other people
48. Household equipment refers to
(A) tools and appliances used to carry out various household tasks
(B) clothes worn by family members
(C) food eaten by the family
(D) money kept in a family budget
49. Which of the following is an example of household equipment used for food preparation?
(A) Cooking pot
(B) Bed
(C) Wardrobe
(D) Curtain
50. One safety precaution to observe when using electrical household equipment is to
(A) ensure hands are dry before touching switches and plugs
(B) use the equipment with wet hands
(C) leave damaged wires unrepaired
(D) overload a single socket with many appliances
51. Family resource management involves
(A) the wise use of available resources such as time, money, energy and skill to meet family needs
(B) spending money without any plan
(C) ignoring available resources completely
(D) a method of cooking food only
52. Time management in the home is important because it helps the homemaker to
(A) accomplish tasks efficiently and avoid wastage of time
(B) waste time on unimportant activities
(C) avoid doing any household task
(D) increase confusion in daily activities
53. Entrepreneurship in home management refers to
(A) using home management skills such as cooking, sewing or catering to start a small income-generating business
(B) a type of family disagreement
(C) a method of cleaning the home only
(D) a style of house design
54. Which of the following is an example of a home-based income-generating activity using home management skills?
(A) Catering and event decoration services
(B) Mining of solid minerals
(C) Airline piloting
(D) Oil drilling
55. Care of the environment in home management includes
(A) proper disposal of household waste and keeping the surroundings clean
(B) dumping refuse indiscriminately
(C) burning waste at all times without control
(D) ignoring cleanliness of the compound
56. Which of the following best describes a healthy home environment?
(A) A clean, well-ventilated and safe living space
(B) A dirty, overcrowded and poorly ventilated space
(C) A space with no access to clean water
(D) A space filled with uncontrolled waste
57. The main aim of studying Home Management as a subject is to
(A) equip individuals with knowledge and skills for effective management of home and family life
(B) prepare students only for careers in banking
(C) train students to become mechanics only
(D) focus solely on international trade
58. Which of the following is a quality of a good homemaker?
(A) Good planning and organizational skills
(B) Carelessness in spending
(C) Lack of interest in family welfare
(D) Poor time management
59. A wardrobe plan in clothing management refers to
(A) a list or plan of clothing items needed by a person, based on needs, occasions and budget
(B) a type of household furniture only
(C) a method of washing clothes
(D) a style of house decoration
60. Which of the following factors should be considered when planning a family’s clothing needs?
(A) Climate, occasion, budget and individual needs
(B) The colour of the family car
(C) The type of food eaten at breakfast
(D) The distance between the house and the market
SECTION A: ANSWER KEY
| Q | Ans | Q | Ans | Q | Ans | Q | Ans | Q | Ans | Q | Ans |
| 1 | A | 11 | B | 21 | A | 31 | A | 41 | A | 51 | A |
| 2 | C | 12 | A | 22 | A | 32 | B | 42 | A | 52 | A |
| 3 | B | 13 | B | 23 | A | 33 | A | 43 | A | 53 | A |
| 4 | B | 14 | A | 24 | C | 34 | A | 44 | A | 54 | A |
| 5 | A | 15 | B | 25 | B | 35 | C | 45 | A | 55 | A |
| 6 | B | 16 | B | 26 | D | 36 | A | 46 | A | 56 | A |
| 7 | A | 17 | A | 27 | A | 37 | B | 47 | A | 57 | A |
| 8 | A | 18 | A | 28 | B | 38 | A | 48 | A | 58 | A |
| 9 | B | 19 | A | 29 | A | 39 | A | 49 | A | 59 | A |
| 10 | A | 20 | A | 30 | A | 40 | A | 50 | A | 60 | A |
SECTION B: ESSAY QUESTIONS AND MODEL ANSWERS
Question 1: The Home Management Process
(a) Define home management. (4 marks)
(b) Explain four steps involved in the home management process. (16 marks)
Model Answer / Marking Guide:
(a) Home management is the process by which a family plans, organizes, and controls the use of its available human and material resources, such as time, money, energy and skill, in order to achieve its set goals and satisfy its needs.
(b) Four steps in the home management process:
- Planning: This involves deciding in advance what needs to be done, setting goals, and outlining the steps required to achieve them, such as drawing up a family budget.
- Organizing: This involves arranging resources, tasks, and people in an orderly manner so that the plan can be carried out effectively, such as assigning household chores to family members.
- Controlling (Implementing): This involves putting the plan into action, making adjustments where necessary, and ensuring that activities proceed according to the plan.
- Evaluating: This involves assessing the outcome of the activities carried out to determine whether the set goals were achieved, and using the findings to improve future planning.
Allocation: Correct and complete definition (4 marks); each step correctly identified and clearly explained (4 marks each = 16 marks).
Question 2: Family Types and Functions
(a) Distinguish between a nuclear family and an extended family. (8 marks)
(b) State and explain four functions of the family. (12 marks)
Model Answer / Marking Guide:
(a) A nuclear family consists of a father, a mother, and their children living together as one household. An extended family, on the other hand, consists of the nuclear family together with other relatives such as grandparents, uncles, aunts, and cousins, who may live together or maintain close ties and mutual obligations.
(b) Four functions of the family:
- Procreation: The family provides the socially accepted means for bearing and raising children.
- Socialization: The family teaches children the values, norms, language, and acceptable behaviour of their society.
- Economic support: The family provides for the basic material needs of its members, such as food, clothing, shelter, and education.
- Emotional support: The family provides love, security, companionship, and a sense of belonging to its members.
Allocation: Clear distinction with correct features of each family type (4 marks each = 8 marks); each function correctly stated and explained (3 marks each, up to 12 marks).
Question 3: Family Budgeting and Consumer Education
(a) Explain what is meant by a family budget and state two advantages of budgeting in the home. (10 marks)
(b) State and explain three principles a wise consumer should follow when purchasing goods. (10 marks)
Model Answer / Marking Guide:
(a) A family budget is a written plan that shows a family’s expected income and the way the income is intended to be spent over a given period, such as a month or a year. Two advantages of budgeting: it helps the family control expenditure and avoid overspending; and it helps the family plan for savings and future needs, such as school fees or emergencies.
(b) Three principles of wise buying:
- Comparing prices and quality of similar goods from different sellers before making a purchase, to ensure value for money.
- Buying according to a planned list and budget, rather than making impulse purchases of unnecessary items.
- Checking the quality, expiry date, and suitability of a product before buying, especially for food items and household goods.
Allocation: Correct definition of a family budget (4 marks); two valid advantages (3 marks each = 6 marks); each buying principle correctly stated and explained (3 to 4 marks each, up to 10 marks).
Question 4: Food and Nutrition
(a) What is a balanced diet? (4 marks)
(b) Name the three main classes of food nutrients and state one function of each. (9 marks)
(c) State three methods of food preservation commonly used in the home. (7 marks)
Model Answer / Marking Guide:
(a) A balanced diet is a meal that contains all the nutrients needed by the body, namely carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals and water, in the correct proportions required for good health, growth and energy.
(b) Three main classes of food nutrients and their functions:
- Carbohydrates: Provide the body with energy for daily activities.
- Proteins: Build and repair body tissues and cells.
- Vitamins and minerals (protective foods): Protect the body from diseases and help regulate body processes.
(c) Three methods of food preservation: Refrigeration or freezing, which slows down the growth of bacteria using low temperature; drying or smoking, which removes moisture that bacteria need to grow; and salting or sugaring, which creates an environment unsuitable for the growth of micro-organisms.
Allocation: Correct definition of balanced diet (4 marks); each nutrient class with a correct function (3 marks each = 9 marks); each preservation method correctly stated (2 to 3 marks each, up to 7 marks).
Question 5: Housing and the Home Environment
(a) State four factors to consider when choosing a site for building a house. (12 marks)
(b) Explain the importance of proper ventilation in the home. (8 marks)
Model Answer / Marking Guide:
(a) Four factors to consider when choosing a building site:
- Nearness to a good and reliable source of water supply.
- Good drainage of the land, to prevent flooding and dampness.
- Accessibility, such as nearness to good roads and means of transportation.
- Nearness to essential amenities such as schools, markets, and health facilities.
(b) Proper ventilation allows fresh air to circulate freely within the house while removing stale air, excess moisture, and unpleasant odours. This helps to keep the indoor environment healthy, reduces the risk of respiratory problems, and generally makes the home more comfortable for its occupants.
Allocation: Each valid factor correctly stated and briefly explained (3 marks each = 12 marks); clear and accurate explanation of the importance of ventilation with at least two valid points (4 marks each, up to 8 marks).
Question 6: Child Care and First Aid
(a) State four factors that promote healthy growth and development in young children. (12 marks)
(b) Define first aid and state two situations in which first aid may be needed at home. (8 marks)
Model Answer / Marking Guide:
(a) Four factors promoting healthy child growth and development:
- A balanced and adequate diet suited to the child’s age and needs.
- Love, affection, and emotional security from parents and caregivers.
- A clean, safe, and stimulating environment that encourages exploration and learning.
- Regular medical care, including immunization, to prevent and detect illnesses early.
(b) First aid is the immediate and temporary care given to a victim of an accident or sudden illness before professional medical help arrives. Two situations requiring first aid at home: a minor cut or wound from a kitchen accident; and a burn from hot water, oil, or a cooking surface.
Allocation: Each valid factor correctly stated and explained (3 marks each = 12 marks); correct definition of first aid (4 marks); two valid situations correctly stated (2 marks each = 4 marks).
OVERALL MARKING GUIDE SUMMARY
| Section | Content | Marks |
| Section A | 60 Objective (Multiple Choice) Questions at 1 mark each | 60 |
| Section B | 6 Essay Questions at 20 marks each (answer any 4, or as specified by the examiner) | 80 (max obtainable if all attempted, subject to instructions) |
| Total | Combined Theory and Objective Paper | 100 (typical scaled total) |
Disclaimer: This is a 100% original practice examination prepared strictly in line with the general structure and scope of the current WAEC GCE Home Management syllabus. It is intended solely for revision and self-assessment purposes. It does not reproduce, predict, or claim to represent any actual past or upcoming WAEC GCE examination paper.
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