Laundry: Stain Removal
29 Grade 6 Agriculture questions on Laundry: Stain Removal, with worked marking schemes. 29 questions are available on this topic in full.
Question 1
1 markA learner gets an ink stain on the pocket of the school uniform. Which is a suitable simple substance to help remove a fresh ink stain?
A. Charcoal dust
B. Milk (soaking) or lemon juice
C. Cooking oil
D. Dry maize flour heated
(1 mark)
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3 marksA learner writes with a fountain pen and gets a fresh ink stain on the school shirt. Describe how to remove the ink stain.
(3 marks)
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Up to 3 marks: act quickly while the stain is fresh (1); soak the stained part in milk / apply lemon juice or an ink remover on the stain (1); gently rub, then wash with soap and rinse thoroughly in clean water (1).
Question 3
1 markWhich safety practice should be observed when using a strong chemical stain remover such as bleach?
A. Rub it into the eyes
B. Drink a little to test it
C. Use it in a well-ventilated place and follow instructions
D. Use it in a closed room with no air
(1 mark)
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4 marksState FOUR general rules that should be followed when removing stains from clothes.
(4 marks)
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1 mark each (any 4): remove the stain while it is still fresh; identify the type of stain first; test the stain remover on a hidden part; work from the outer edge towards the centre; use the correct method/substance for that stain; rinse the garment well after removing the stain; do not use hot water on protein stains like blood.
Question 5
1 markA grass stain on the knee of a football jersey is BEST loosened by:
A. Leaving it in the sun without washing
B. Pouring hot cooking fat on it
C. Rubbing with soap and gentle scrubbing
D. Ironing it while dry
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1 markA blood stain on a white shirt should be soaked and washed in:
A. Cold water
B. Oil
C. Hot water
D. Boiling water
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1 markWhich of the following stains is caused by tea or coffee and can be removed with warm soapy water when fresh?
A. A brown drink stain
B. A grass stain
C. An oil stain
D. A blood stain
(1 mark)
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1 markA candle wax stain on a tablecloth can be removed by placing a clean paper over it and:
A. Cutting off that part of the cloth
B. Rubbing it with soil
C. Pouring cold water on it
D. Pressing with a warm iron so the wax melts into the paper
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1 markWhich of the following is a REASON for removing stains from clothes promptly?
A. Stains make clothes stronger
B. Stains improve the look of clothes
C. Old stains become permanent and hard to remove
D. Fresh stains are impossible to remove
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1 markWhich of the following is a paint stain treatment for washable clothing when the paint is still fresh?
A. Wash quickly with soap and water before it dries
B. Cover it with cooking oil and store
C. Leave it in the sun for a week
D. Wait for it to harden then iron
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1 markAfter successfully removing a stain from a garment, the NEXT step should be to:
A. Rinse the garment thoroughly in clean water
B. Fold it while wet and store it
C. Dry it immediately without rinsing
D. Add more stain remover
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2 marksExplain why it is important to test a stain remover on a hidden part of a garment before using it on the stain.
(2 marks)
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1 markMueni spills fresh fruit juice on her white school blouse. What should she do FIRST to make the stain easy to remove?
A. Leave it to dry for a week
B. Rub it with soil
C. Iron over the stain
D. Rinse it with clean water immediately
(1 mark)
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4 marks(a) Explain why a blood stain should be washed in cold water and not hot water.
(b) Give ONE other stain, besides oil, and state a substance used to remove it.
(4 marks)
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(a) 2 marks: hot water cooks/sets the blood (protein) into the cloth making the stain permanent and hard to remove, while cold water rinses it out. (b) 2 marks: any correct pairing, e.g. ink – milk/lemon juice; tea/coffee – warm soapy water; grass – soap; candle wax – warm iron and paper.
Question 15
1 markWhen removing a stain, you should place the stained part on a clean cloth and work from:
A. The outer edge towards the centre
B. The centre outwards to spread it
C. The dry side downwards
D. One corner of the garment only
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1 markBefore using a stain remover on the whole garment, it is wise to first test it on:
A. A small hidden part of the cloth
B. The entire garment at once
C. The front of the shirt
D. The collar in full view
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1 markWhich of the following is the BEST general rule when removing stains from clothes?
A. Always use very hot water on every stain
B. Treat the stain while it is still fresh
C. Wait until the stain is old and dry
D. Ignore the stain and iron it
(1 mark)
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4 marksWambui spilt cooking oil on her cotton dress. Describe the steps she should follow to remove the grease stain.
(4 marks)
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Award up to 4 marks: place the stained part on a clean surface/cloth (1); apply soap or a little warm soapy water directly on the stain (1); gently rub or brush the stain from the edge towards the centre until it loosens (1); rinse thoroughly in clean water and dry the garment (1).
Question 19
1 markWhich of the following stains is a 'protein stain' that must NOT be soaked in hot water?
A. Candle wax
B. Blood
C. Cooking oil
D. Ink
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1 markWhy should a blood stain NOT be washed in hot water?
A. Hot water sets the stain and makes it hard to remove
B. Hot water rinses it out instantly
C. Hot water is cheaper
D. Cold water spoils the cloth
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1 markThe reason for working a stain from the outer edge towards the centre is to:
A. Push the stain deeper
B. Spread the stain evenly
C. Make the stain bigger
D. Prevent the stain from spreading to clean parts
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3 marksA learner is asked to remove a fresh tea stain from a white handkerchief.
(a) State the substance/method suitable for the stain.
(b) Outline TWO steps to complete the task.
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1 markA mud stain on white socks is best treated by first:
A. Letting the mud dry, brushing it off, then washing with soap
B. Adding more mud
C. Ironing the wet mud
D. Rubbing it deeper while wet
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1 markWhich tool is commonly used to gently work soap into a stubborn stain on a collar?
A. A soft brush
B. A kitchen knife
C. A hot iron
D. A pair of scissors
(1 mark)
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2 marksGive TWO reasons why stains should be removed from clothes as soon as possible.
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1 markWhich item can be used to remove a grease or oil stain from a piece of clothing?
A. Warm soapy water
B. Cold plain water only
C. Dry soil
D. Clean drinking water alone
(1 mark)
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4 marksOtieno got a grass stain on his white shorts while playing. Describe how he can remove the stain and finish the laundry properly.
(4 marks)
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Up to 4 marks: treat the stain while fresh (1); rub soap directly onto the grass stain and scrub gently with a soft brush (1); wash with soap and warm water working the stain from edge to centre (1); rinse thoroughly in clean water and dry in the sun (1).
Question 28
3 marksGive THREE safety precautions a learner should observe when using chemical stain removers such as bleach.
(3 marks)
Marking scheme
1 mark each (any 3): follow the manufacturer's instructions; use in a well-ventilated area; keep away from the eyes, mouth and skin (wear gloves/avoid contact); do not mix different chemicals; keep out of reach of young children; wash hands after use.
Question 29
3 marksMatch and explain: A candle-wax stain on a cotton tablecloth.
(a) State the method used to remove it.
(b) Explain how the method works.
(3 marks)
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(a) 1 mark: place clean paper/blotting paper over the wax and press with a warm iron (then wash). (b) 2 marks: the heat from the iron melts the wax (1) and the melted wax is absorbed into the paper, lifting it out of the cloth (1).
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