HOMEC Flashcards
What is Puberty?
Puberty is a stage in human life where one experiences physical changes in form of growth and development that marks the beginning of sexual maturation.
What is menstruation?
Menstruation is the monthly flow of blood from the womb through to the vagina
What are some of the things you can use during menstruation to prevent the flow of blood from being exposed?
Sanitary pads or tampons
What are some of the challenges faced by adolescents? List 5.
Drug abuse, Cultism, Teenage Pregnancy, Peer pressure and Bullying
What does STI stand for?
Sexually transmitted infections
List the types of sewing tools
Stitching, Tracing, Cutting, and Measuring.
What are cosmetics?
Cosmetics are “make-up” added to the body to make it beautiful.
List 2 examples of cosmetics
Face make-up, Perfumes, Body creams, Hair treatment.
List 10 examples of simple sewing tools.
Scissors, Needle, Thread, Thimble, Pin, Pin cushion, Measuring tape, Stitch ripper, Hem marker and Tracing wheel.
Which is the most deadly STI?
HIV/AIDS