ICSE Class 10 Question Paper 2026 Dietetic Aide

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Dietetic Aide
Question Paper 2026

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DIETETIC AIDE

Maximum Marks: 100

Time allowed: Two hours

1. Answers to this Paper must be written on the paper provided separately.

2. You will not be allowed to write during the first 15 minutes.

3. This time is to be spent in reading the question paper.

4. The time given at the head of this Paper is the time allowed for writing the answers.

5. Attempt all questions from Section A and any four questions from Section B.

6. The intended marks for questions or parts of questions are given in brackets[ ].

Instruction for the Supervising Examiner

Kindly read aloud the Instructions given above to all the candidates present in the
Examination Hall.

This Paper consists of 11 printed pages and 1 blank page.
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SECTION A (40 Marks)
(Attempt all questions from this Section.)

Question 1 [20]
Choose the correct answers to the questions from the given options.
(Do not copy the question, write the correct answers only.)

(i) What is the primary function of fats stored in the body?

(a) Builds bones

(b) Provides insulation and energy

(c) Helps in blood clotting

(d) Increases oxygen supply

(ii) What does ‘encoding’ in the communication cycle mean?

(a) Receiving the message from the sender.

(b) Converting ideas into a form of communication.

(c) Providing feedback to the receiver.

(d) Interpreting the message from a conversation.

(iii) Which of the following is a personal record?

(a) Attendance register

(b) Timetable

(c) Medical report

(d) Inventory log

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(iv) You should always download files from unknown websites to save time.

(a) True

(b) False

(v) He has never climbed __________ Himalayas.

(a) a

(b) an

(c) the

(d) on

(vi) A person who owns, operates and takes the risk of a business venture is called
a/an __________.

(a) Manager

(b) Employee

(c) Entrepreneur

(d) Officer

(vii) A Solar Cooker is an example of application of green skills.

(a) True

(b) False

(viii) Assertion (A): Excess consumption of junk food can lead to lifestyle diseases.

Reason (R): Junk foods are rich in Fibre and Vitamins.

(a) (A) is true and (R) is false.

(b) (A) is false and (R) is true.

(c) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

(d) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

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(ix) What is the primary goal of Sustainable Development?

(a) Reducing poverty in society.

(b) Promoting green agriculture in urban areas.

(c) Providing jobs to everyone.

(d) Maintaining balance between the environment and society.

(x) Which among the following items is non-biodegradable waste?

(a) Thermocol

(b) Tea leaves

(c) Fruit peels

(d) Egg shells

(xi) Which of the following is an interrogative sentence?

(a) Switch off the fan.

(b) Sweety has gone to the school.

(c) Where are my gloves?

(d) Oh no! I missed my bus.

(xii) In a computer, a location where a group of files can be stored is:

(a) Spam

(b) Folder

(c) Extension

(d) Disk drive

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(xiii) The fruit in the picture given below is a source of __________.

(a) Vitamin A

(b) Vitamin B

(c) Vitamin C

(d) Vitamin D

(xiv) Gestures and eye contact are parts of verbal communication.

(a) True

(b) False

(xv) What should you do to ensure secure online transactions?

(a) Always lock your computer.

(b) Provide bank details only on safe websites.

(c) Use anti-virus software.

(d) Share your OTP with the people you trust.

(xvi) One can tell if a food item is still safe to eat by only smelling it.

(a) True

(b) False

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(xvii) Which of the following is used to keep food fresh, safe and slow the growth of
bacteria?

(a) Fruit basket

(b) Steam table

(c) Refrigerator

(d) Kitchen cabinet

(xviii) How does positive-thinking impact self-confidence?

(a) It reduces fear of failure and boosts self-belief.

(b) It makes people unrealistic about their abilities.

(c) It creates a dependency on others.

(d) It encourages ignoring personal growth.

(xix) Lack of iron in the diet leads to:

(a) Anaemia

(b) Scurvy

(c) Diabetes

(d) Blood pressure

(xx) Assertion (A): Washing hands regularly can prevent the spread of infection.

Reason (R): Hands often carry germs that can enter the body through the
mouth, nose or eyes.

(a) (A) is true and (R) is false.

(b) (A) is false and (R) is true.

(c) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

(d) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

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Question 2
(i) Fill in the blanks with an appropriate word, given in the brackets. [5]

(a) __________is used for immunisation against typhoid fever.

[Tablets / Vaccine]

(b) The __________ is the person who initiates the message.

[sender / receiver]

(c) __________ are not a source of soluble fibre. [Eggs / Nuts]

(d) Keeping a __________ can improve self-awareness. [diary / phone]

(e) Talking to a __________ person can help reduce emotional stress.

[selfish / trusted]

(ii) Write True or False for the following statements: [5]

(a) Vitamins and minerals are classified as macro nutrients.

(b) A diabetic person should not consume foods high in sugar.

(c) Communicable diseases cannot be prevented by immunisation.

(d) Proper maintenance of a computer prevents malfunction.

(e) Yoga is not a technique for stress management.

Question 3

(i) Mention any two types of self-awareness with one example each. [2]

(ii) List any two features of effective written communication. [2]

(iii) Give any two differences between Interests and Abilities. [2]

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(iv) What are two ways to prevent the indirect transmission of communicable [2]
diseases?

(v) Explain the following: [2]

(a) Menu

(b) Icon

SECTION B (60 Marks)
(Answer any four questions from this Section.)

Question 4

(i) (a) Explain any three advantages of accurate reporting and documentation in [5]
a professional setup.

(b) Name any two types of reports used in office environments.

(ii) (a) Write a short note on entrepreneur. [5]

(b) List any three functions of an entrepreneur in starting a new business.

(iii) (a) What is the role of a dietitian? [5]

(b) Why is it important for a dietitian to plan the diet of a patient?

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Question 5

(i) (a) What is self-motivation? [5]

(b) Mention any three ways in which self-motivation can help a student
achieve their goals.

(ii) (a) Explain three types of feedback with examples. [5]

(b) Write one difference between feedback-based communication and one-
way communication.

(iii) (a) Mention two functions of the Recycle Bin in a computer. [5]

(b) Answer the following questions:

1. Write the steps to restore a deleted file.

2. How can a file be permanently deleted from the Recycle Bin?

3. What happens when a file is deleted using Shift + Delete?

Question 6

(i) (a) List any two physical exercises that help in stress relief. [5]

(b) How does physical activity improve the mood and energy levels of a
person?

(ii) (a) Who is a first-generation entrepreneur? Give one example. [5]

(b) Explain any three skills that can help a local or first-generation entrepreneur
become successful.

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(iii) Observe the picture given below and answer the questions that follow. [5]

(a) State one disease which can be identified using this device.

(b) List any two preventive measure for the diseases stated by you in (a).

(c) Suggest two food items which a person suffering from the disease mentioned
by you in (b) should avoid.

Question 7

(i) (a) Write any two ways to develop the industrial sector without harming the [5]
environment.
(b) Describe any three ways in which students can contribute to the conservation
and protection of the environment in their daily life.

(ii) (a) What is meant by the term balanced diet? [5]

(b) Enlist any four benefits of a balanced diet.

(iii) List any five barriers to effective communication. [5]

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Question 8

(i) (a) What is the role of macronutrients and micronutrients in the human body? [5]

(b) Write the deficiency disease of the following nutrients.

1. Vitamin A

2. Vitamin C

3. Vitamin D

(ii) (a) Why are the 7 Cs important in professional communication? [5]

(b) A student gives a long, confusing presentation. Identify three Cs that could be
missing and explain how applying them would improve the presentation.

(iii) Discuss five electrical safety measures that are crucial for hospitals. [5]

Question 9

(i) Write any five principles of documentation that should be followed by a dietitian [5]
while recording patient’s information.

(ii) Enlist any five patient rights which he/she has during treatment in any healthcare [5]
organisation.

(iii) Diseases have been classified on the basis of their transmission. Explain the types [5]
of diseases along with their examples.

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