INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
SECTION A: COMPREHENSION
QUESTION 1: READING FOR MEANING AND UNDERSTANDING
Read TEXT A and TEXT B and answer the questions set.
TEXT A
WHY IT’S SO HARD TO FIND YOUR LIFE’S PURPOSE
by Douglas LaBier
[Adapted from: Google – huffpost.com]
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TEXT B
[Source: Cartoon Collections.com]
QUESTIONS: TEXT A
1.1 Refer to paragraph 1.
Account for the author’s reference to ‘decades’.(2)
1.2 List, in your own words, TWO types of people who seek to find their life’s purpose.(2)
1.3 Refer to paragraph 3.
‘Everyone feels a pull towards some defining purpose to his or her life, no matter how much it may have become shrouded along the way.’ (lines 8–10).
State, in your own words, the reason that many people consider their purpose to be obscure.(2)
1.4 Refer to paragraph 4.
Suggest a reason for the quotation marks used in “off-track” (line 17) and “wrong” (line 19).(1)
1.5 Refer to paragraph 6.
Using your own words, provide THREE possible consequences of not finding your life’s purpose. (3)
1.6 Refer to paragraph 7.
Is the following statement TRUE or FALSE? Quote to motivate your choice.Finding one’s purpose in life is always an obscure search for the unattainable. (1)
1.7 ‘If they let it.’ (line 22)
Discuss the effect of this short sentence in the context of the passage. (3)
1.8 ‘They aren’t very preoccupied with self-interest.’ (line 47)
Explain the apparent contradiction evident in this statement. (3)
1.9 The writer is of the opinion that sometimes one has to let ‘go of a previous path’ (line 64) to find one’s purpose.
Comment on the validity of this statement by referring to paragraphs 7 and 11. (3)
1.10 Refer to paragraph 8.
Explain why knowing one’s purpose ‘transcends everyday ups and downs’ (line 43) but experiencing happiness does not. (3)
QUESTIONS: TEXT B
1.11 There are two characters in this cartoon: a man with a backpack and a hermit.
Suggest a reason for the presence of the man with the backpack on the mountain top. (1)
1.12 The humour of this cartoon lies in the tone the hermit uses.
Discuss this statement. (2)
QUESTION: TEXTS A AND B
1.13 In your view, and taking paragraph 10 of TEXT A into consideration, how likely is the hermit to discover the meaning of life? Refer to TEXT A and
TEXT B in your answer. (4)
TOTAL SECTION A: 30
SECTION B: SUMMARY
QUESTION 2: SUMMARISING IN YOUR OWN WORDS.
You have been asked to research the value of perseverance. You found the following article (TEXT C) during your research on the internet. Summarise the contents of TEXT C IN YOUR OWN WORDS.
TEXT C
PERSEVERANCE IS A MAJOR KEY TO A LIFE OF SUCCESS
Each of us thrives on being successful and in doing so we often forget the difficulties lying in the path to success. We set targets and want to achieve them right away, but we are humans and may not achieve those goals.
Failure at the start can lead to frustration, and it shatters the self-confidence you had at the beginning. You consider giving up on your dreams because you feel you can never succeed in life. The road to success is a slow and quite precarious journey at times. It takes hard work and time to build up and makes you solely responsible for your progress. However, perseverance will eventually lead you to your destination.
Perseverance is an essential element you need to achieve a high level of success. It doesn’t require any college education or training. It comes naturally. It doesn’t matter what your goal is or how long it takes you to reach that goal. The chances of your success depend largely on your willingness to persist and persevere.
Perseverance means to go on no matter what is in the way; to remain steadfast in accomplishing the difficult task. It requires a higher level of patience to develop perseverance. Someone who practises perseverance is more trustworthy than other people. People know you are not going to quit, no matter how hard the situation gets. You develop a sense of self-worth and confidence. You start taking ownership of the goals you have set to achieve. You become a firm believer that your destiny is in your hands. You control your own fate. Thus, it enhances the goal’s value for you and intensifies your motivation level. It leads you to wonderful findings and broadens your knowledge about yourself and your goals.
Perseverance. That’s the key to a successful life. If you keep persevering long enough, you will achieve your true potential. Just remember, you can do anything you set your mind to, but it takes action, persistence, and the courage to face your fears.
[Adapted from https://addicted2success.com/success-advice/perseverance-is-a-major-key-to-a-life- of-success/]
TOTAL SECTION B: 10
SECTION C: LANGUAGE STRUCTURES AND CONVENTIONS
QUESTION 3: ANALYSING ADVERTISING
Study the advertisements (TEXT D and TEXT E) below and answer the set questions.
TEXT D
[Source: www.Pinterest.ru]
The text in the advertisement reads as follows: PURRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR Excluding me you are the best in the world. CAT LOVE. GET MORE. WITH THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF PROTEIN. |
TEXT E
[Source: Kitty Blogger – Wordpress.com]
The text in the advertisement reads as follows: Whiskas proudly works with Battersea Dogs and Cats Home to re-home cats like Larry. Visit www.battersea.org.uk |
QUESTIONS: TEXT D
3.1 Account for the inclusion of the pack of cat food (at the bottom of the advertisement) as an advertising technique. (2)
3.2 ‘Cat love. Get more.’ Explain the double meaning implied by this slogan. (2)
QUESTION: TEXT E
3.3 ‘Good luck in your new home, Larry.’ In your opinion, is the inclusion of this sentence effective in conveying the advertiser’s message? (3)
QUESTION: TEXT D AND TEXT E
3.4 Discuss which advertisement would be more effective in reaching its target market. Refer to the text of the advertisement and to the visual in your answer. (3)
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QUESTION 4: UNDERSTANDING OTHER ASPECTS OF THE MEDIA
Study TEXT F and answer the set questions.
TEXT F: CARTOON
[Source: Google]
QUESTIONS: TEXT F
4.1 ‘Oooh. She’s very intoxicated.’ (FRAME 2)
Discuss how the cartoonist conveys the officer’s tone in this sentence. Refer to his words and his body language. (3)
4.2 Suggest a reason for the change in Madam’s facial expression from FRAME 3 to FRAME 6. [Madam is the person blowing into the breathalyser.] (2)
4.3 Comment on the reason for the absence of dialogue in FRAME 6. (2)
4.4 Critically discuss the cartoonist’s use of satire to convey his message. (3)
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QUESTION 5: USING LANGUAGE CORRECTLY
Read TEXT G, which contains some deliberate errors, and answer the set questions.
TEXT G
RIHANNA: LIFE, CAREER, NET WORTH AND MORE
[Adapted from Indianexpress.com]
QUESTIONS: TEXT G
5.1 Account for the use of the apostrophe in line 2. (1)
5.2 After performing for music producers Evan Rogers and Carl Struken in 2003, her music career started at the age of 15. (lines 5–6) Rewrite this sentence, changing it into a complex sentence. (1)
5.3 Identify and correct the malapropism in paragraph 2. (1)
5.4 ‘But it was in 2007 only that the singer gained recognition with her album, Good Girl Gone Bad.’ (lines 7–8) Rewrite this sentence, putting the adverb in its correct place. (1)
5.5 ‘Over the years, the 32-year-old singer has won many accolades.’ Rewrite this sentence, changing it into the passive voice. (1)
5.6 Identify and correct the unrelated participle in paragraph 3. (1)
5.7 Refer to lines 13–15. Identify and correct the incorrect preposition. (1)
5.8 ‘non-profit’ (line 18) is an example of a compound …
5.9 Identify and correct a spelling mistake in paragraph 4. (1)
5.10 Refer to lines 18–21. Identify and correct the error of concord. (1) [10]
TOTAL SECTION C: 30
GRAND TOTAL: 70
INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION | ||||
This memorandum must be used in conjunction with the attached English FAL assessment rubrics for SECTIONS A, B and C. | ||||
NOTE: | All pieces of writing should be read at least TWICE during assessment, once for content and once for language respectively. Errors must be indicated in your second reading. |
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SECTION A: ESSAY | ||||
QUESTION 1 | ||||
INSTRUCTIONS TO MARKERS:
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1.1 | I will remember him/her forever |
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1.2 Then I realised …
Descriptive/Narrative/Reflective
NOTE: A candidate may write an essay which contains elements of more than one type of essay/any other essay type. [50]
1.3 Adulthood is knocking at my door.
Reflective/Descriptive/Narrative/Discursive
NOTE: A candidate may write an essay which contains elements of more than one type of essay/any other essay type. [50]
1.4 Punishment
Discursive/Reflective/Argumentative/Narrative/Descriptive
NOTE: A candidate may write an essay which contains elements of more than one type of essay/any other essay type. [50]
1.5 Can anyone be above the law?
Argumentative/Discursive/Narrative/Descriptive/Reflective
NOTE: A candidate may write an essay which contains elements of more than one type of essay/any other essay type. [50]
1.6 “Don’t be afraid to start over [again]. It’s a chance to build something better this time.” – Anonymous
Reflective/Discursive/Narrative/Descriptive/Argumentative
NOTE:A candidate may write an essay which contains elements of more than one type of essay/any other essay type. [50]
1.7 | Interpretation of pictures |
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| 1.7.1 | Picture: Guitar in a field
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| 1.7.2 | Picture: A couple in wedding outfits
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| TOTAL SECTION A: | 50 |
SECTION B: LONGER TRANSACTIONAL TEXT | ||
QUESTION 2 | ||
INSTRUCTIONS TO MARKERS: | ||
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2.1 | FORMAL LETTER |
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| A letter of complaint
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2.2 | INTERVIEW |
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| A conversation between candidate and fashion designer (former learner) |
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2.3 | OBITUARY |
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| A disabled friend has passed away
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2.4 | MAGAZINE ARTICLE |
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| Gender-based violence
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| TOTAL SECTION B: | 30 |
SECTION C: SHORTER TRANSACTIONAL TEXT | |||
QUESTION 3 | |||
INSTRUCTIONS TO MARKERS:
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3.1 | DIARY ENTRIES |
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The candidate’s feelings BEFORE and AFTER travelling by air.
The language may be formal or informal, but slang or colloquialism is not allowed. | |||
3.2 | ADVERTISEMENT |
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| Organisation of a market day
NOTE: No marks are awarded for drawings or illustrations. | [20] |
3.3 | DIRECTIONS |
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| Directions from the entry point to the candidates’ school
NOTE: No marks are awarded for drawings or illustrations. | [20] |
| TOTAL SECTION C: | 20 |
| GRAND TOTAL: | 100 |
SECTION A: RUBRIC FOR ASSESSING ESSAY – ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE [50 MARKS]
Criteria |
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CONTENT AND PLANNING (Response and ideas) Organisation of ideas for planning Awareness of purpose, audience and context 30 MARKS | Upper level | 28–30 | 22–24 | 16–18 | 10–12 | 4–6 |
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Lower level | 25–27 | 19–21 | 13–15 | 7–9 | 0–3 | |
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LANGUAGE, STYLE AND EDITING Tone, register, style, vocabulary appropriate to purpose/effect and context Word choice Language use and conventions, punctuation, grammar, spelling 15 MARKS | Upper level | 14–15 | 11–12 | 8–9 | 5–6 | 0–3 |
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STRUCTURE Features of text Paragraph development and sentence construction 5 MARKS |
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MARKS RANGE |
| 40–50 | 30–39 | 20–29 | 10–19 | 0–9 |
SECTION B: ASSESSMENT RUBRIC FOR LONGER TRANSACTIONAL TEXT – ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE [30 marks]
Criteria | Exceptional | Skilful | Moderate | Elementary | Inadequate |
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CONTENT PLANNING AND FORMAT (Response and ideas ) Organisation of ideas for planning Purpose, audience and features/conventions and context
18 MARKS | 15–18 | 11–14 | 8–10 | 5–7 | 0-–4 |
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LANGUAGE, STYLE AND EDITING Tone, register, style, purpose/effect, audience and context Language use and conventions. Word choice Punctuation, spelling | 10–12 | 8–9 | 6–7 | 4–5 | 0–3 |
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MARKS RANGE | 25–30 | 19–23 | 14–17 | 9–12 | 0–7 |
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SECTION C: ASSESSMENT RUBRIC FOR SHORTER TRANSACTIONAL TEXT – ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE [20 marks]
Criteria | Exceptional | Skilful | Moderate | Elementary | Inadequate |
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CONTENT PLANNING AND FORMAT (Response and ideas) Organisation of ideas for planning Purpose, audience and features/conventions and context
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LANGUAGE, STYLE AND EDITING Tone, register, style, purpose/effect, audience and context Language use and conventions. Word choice Punctuation, spelling 8 MARKS | 7–8 | 5–6 | 4 | 3 | 0–2 |
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INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
SECTION A: ESSAY
QUESTION 1
1.1 I will remember him/her forever. [50]
1.2 Then I realised … [50]
1.3 Adulthood is knocking at my door. [50]
1.4 Punishment [50]
1.5 Can anyone be above the law? [50]
1.6 “Don’t be afraid to start over [again]. It’s a chance to build something better this time.” – Anonymous
[50]
1.7 Choose ONE of the following pictures and write an essay on a topic that comes to mind. Write the question number (1.7.1 OR 1.7.2) and give your essay a suitable title.
NOTE: There must be a clear link between your essay and the picture you have chosen.
1.7.1
[Source: googlepictures.com] [50]
OR
1.7.2
[Source: //www.countryliving.com] [50]
TOTAL SECTION A: 50
SECTION B: LONGER TRANSACTIONAL TEXT
QUESTION 2
2.1 FORMAL LETTER
You recently bought a very expensive pair of shoes from a popular shop. You found the shoes to be faulty. Then you returned them for an exchange or refund. The shop assistant refused to do the exchange or refund you.
Write a letter to the manager in which you complain about the shoes and the unfair treatment by the shop assistant. [30]
2.2 INTERVIEW
A famous fashion designer who is a former learner from your school is visiting your hometown/town. You have been asked to interview him/her. The interview will be published in your local newspaper.
Write out the interview.
NOTE: Use the dialogue format. [30]
2.3 OBITUARY
A disabled person whom you had befriended has passed away suddenly. Your friend was very special to people. You have been asked to write an obituary in his/her honour. You must also pay tribute to him/her.
Write the obituary. [30]
2.4 MAGAZINE ARTICLE
Gender-based violence has become a huge problem in our society. Many people are silent victims, especially women and children.
Write an article in which you give advice to readers on how to break the silence and how to protect potential victims from the curse of gender-based violence.
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TOTAL SECTION B: 30
SECTION C: SHORTER TRANSACTIONAL TEXT
QUESTION 3
3.1 DIARY ENTRIES
Recently you visited a favourite family member living in a city far away from you. You had to travel by air, and it was your first flight which was two hours long.
Write TWO diary entries. The first entry must indicate how you felt BEFORE you boarded the aeroplane and the second entry must indicate how you felt AFTER the aeroplane landed. [20]
3.2 ADVERTISEMENT
You belong to an organisation that is passionate about developing small business skills. The organisation plans to have a market day in your community.
Design the advertisement that will be placed in your local newspaper for the event.
NOTE: No marks are awarded for drawings or illustrations. [20]
3.3 DIRECTIONS
Your school has decided to celebrate the achievements of learners in sports. As a member of the planning committee, you have to give directions to invited guests attending this event.
Write the directions that guests will follow from the entry to your town and to your school.
You must include landmarks, distances and specific directions in your response.
NOTE: No marks are awarded for drawings or illustrations. [20]
TOTAL SECTION C: 20
GRAND TOTAL: 100
INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
SECTION A: NOVEL
NOTE: Candidates are required to answer ONE question on the novel they have studied.
QUESTION 1: CRY, THE BELOVED COUNTRY
Candidates are required to answer BOTH questions, i.e. QUESTIONS 1.1 and 1.2.
1.1
1.1.1
1.1.2 The letter brings sad news of Kumalo’s sick sister (Gertrude). Kumalo has to take a quick decision to save his sister / to go to Johannesburg. (2)
1.1.3 She wants Kumalo to hear from the child that she has eaten. She wants to give Kumalo time to think about a possible solution. (2)
1.1.4 Kumalo is a respected member in the community as a priest. / His house is important. It has more furniture in it than what she is used to. / There are more books than what they have at school. She is showing some respect. (2)
NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above or any other relevant responses.
1.1.5
1.1.6 She is patient/obedient/supportive. (1) She can see that her husband is in distress and insists on him taking a decision / or an action. (1)
1.1.7 Open-ended.
Accept a relevant response which shows an understanding of the following viewpoints, among others:
Yes.
No.
For full marks, the response must be well substantiated. A candidate can score 1 or 2 marks for a response which is not well-substantiated. The candidate’s interpretation must be grounded in the novel. (3)
AND
1.2
1.2.1 B / respectful (1)
1.2.2 Napoleon is brought to Ndotsheni as a demonstrator by Jarvis. (1)
1.2.3 Kumalo knows Jarvis as the white man / farmer from the valley above Ndotsheni. Absalom (his son) has killed Arthur Jarvis, James Jarvis son. (2)
1.2.4 To show that he has the necessary educational qualification. So that Kumalo can know that he is the right person for the job. (2)
1.2.5
(when he hears that the young man has come to teach farming to Ndotsheni people) is written all over his face as his eyes shine. (2)
1.2.6 He teaches them modern farming methods, to help them care for the land. (2)
1.2.7 The discussion of the theme of redemption should include the following points, among others:
NOTE: For full marks, the response must be well substantiated. A candidate can score 1 or 2 marks for a response which is not well-substantiated. The candidate’s interpretation must be grounded in the novel. (3)
1.2.8 Open-ended.
Accept any relevant response which shows understanding of the following viewpoints, among others:
Yes.
OR
No.
NOTE: Do not award a mark for YES or NO. Credit responses where a combination is given. For full marks, the response must be well-substantiated. A candidate can score 1 or 2 marks for a response which is not well substantiated. The candidate’s interpretation must be grounded in the novel. (3)
TOTAL SECTION A: 35
QUESTION 2: THE STRANGE CASE OF DR JEKYLL AND MR HYDE
Candidates are required to answer BOTH questions, i.e. QUESTIONS 2.1 AND 2.2.
2.1
2.1.1
2.1.2 Mr Utterson is worried about Dr Jekyll after he has seen Mr Hyde. He wants to talk to Dr Jekyll about the kind of person that he is. (2)
2.1.3 Mr Hyde is the other side of Dr Jekyll. They have a mutual dependence. Dr Jekyll needs Mr Hyde for his pleasures and selfish ends. Mr Hyde needs Dr Jekyll for shelter and protection. (2)
2.1.4
2.1.5 A / Sad (1)
2.1.6
NOTE: Accept any ONE of the above combinations. (2)
2.1.7 Mr Utterson assumes that Dr Jekyll is in a danger, and the problem comes from his life when he was younger. (2)
2.1.8 Open-ended.
Accept a relevant response which shows an understanding of the following viewpoints among others:
Yes.
No.
NOTE: For full marks, the response must be well substantiated. A candidate can score 1 or 2 marks for a response which is not well-substantiated. The candidate’s interpretation must be grounded in the novel.
Do not award a mark for YES or NO. Credit responses which is well substantiated. (3)
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2.2
2.2.1
2.2.2 There are a lot of wine bottles / there are plates made of silver / stylish linen / mats of high quality.
NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above. (2)
2.2.3
NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above. (2)
2.2.4 Part of the murder weapon/the stick was found behind the door. (1)
2.2.5 The discussion of the theme of violence, should include the following points, among others:
NOTE: For full marks, the response must be well substantiated. A candidate can score 1 or 2 marks for a response which is not well-substantiated. The candidate’s interpretation must be grounded in the novel. (3)
2.2.6 Open-ended.
Accept any relevant response which shows understanding of the following viewpoints, among others:
Yes.
OR
No.
NOTE: Do not award a mark for YES or NO. Credit responses where a combination is given. For Full marks, the response must be well substantiated. A candidate can score 1 or 2 marks for a response which is well substantiated. The candidate’s interpretation must be grounded in the text of
the novel. (3)
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TOTAL SECTION A: 35
SECTION B: DRAMA QUESTION 3: MACBETH
NOTE: Candidates are required to answer ONE question on the drama they have studied.
Candidates are required to answer BOTH questions, i.e. QUESTIONS 3.1 and 3.2.
3.1
3.1.1
3.1.2 Macbeth has hinted that he is going to take action about Banquo, but he would not tell her what he is going to do. (2)
3.1.3 A / to speak to Macbeth when he is free (1)
3.1.4 Lady Macbeth and Macbeth have gained from killing King Duncan but they have lost everything / their happiness. (2)
3.1.5
3.1.7
NOTE: Accept any ONE of the above combinations. (2)
3.1.8 Open-ended.
Accept a relevant response which shows an understanding of the following viewpoints, among others:
Yes.
OR
No.
NOTE: Do NOT award a mark for YES or NO. Credit response where a combination is given. For full marks, the response should be well substantiated. A candidate can score 1–2 marks for a response which is not well-substantiated. The candidate’s interpretation
must be grounded in the play. (3)
AND
3.2.1
3.2.2
3.2.3 Macbeth is getting reports that the thanes are deserting him. (1)
3.2.4
NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above or any other relevant responses.
3.2.5
3.2.6 The discussion of the theme of guilt and its consequences should include the following points, among others:
NOTE: For full marks, the response must be well-substantiated.
A candidate can score 1–2 marks for a response which is not well-substantiated. The candidate’s interpretation must be grounded in the play. (3)
3.2.7 Open-ended.
Accept a relevant response which shows and understanding of Lady Macbeth’s behaviour, among others:
Yes.
OR
NO.
NOTE: Do NOT award a mark for YES or NO. Credit response where a combination is given. For full marks, the response must be well- substantiated. A candidate can score 1–2 marks for a response which is not well-substantiated. The candidate’s interpretation
must be grounded in the play. (3)
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QUESTION 4: MY CHILDREN! MY AFRICA!
4.1
4.1.1
4.1.2 Oom Dawie makes an inspirational talk to Std. 10 learners. He also manipulates them by promising a bright future which awaits them. (2)
4.1.3
4.1.4 Thami sees see a generation of tired, defeated men and women. (1)
4.1.5 He should:
NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above or any other relevant responses. (2)
4.1.6
4.1.7 Open-ended.
Accept a relevant response which shows an understanding of the following viewpoints among others:
Yes.
No.
NOTE: Do NOT award a mark for YES or NO. Credit response where a combination is given. For full marks, the response must be well-substantiated. A candidate can score 1–2 marks for a response which is not well-substantiated. The candidate’s interpretation must be grounded in the play. (3)
AND
4.2
4.2.1
4.2.2 Thami means that Mr M’s actions are unforgivable. His betrayal is a serious issue that is against the revolution of his community. (2)
4.2.3
4.2.4 Isabel is hurt and no amount of explanation will make her come to terms with Mr M’s death. (1)
4.2.5 D / ancient (1)
4.2.6 It reveals that it is a well-thought out decision. He stands firm with his decision and has no regrets. (2)
4.2.7 Isabel is empathetic. She does not understand the reason behind Mr M’s killing. OR Isabel is brave. She boldly voices out that the mob’s action of killing
Mr M is wrong and senseless. (2)
4.2.8 The discussion of the theme of justice and injustice should include the following points, among others:
NOTE: For full marks, the response must be well-substantiated.
A candidate can score 1–2 marks for a response which is not well-substantiated. The candidate’s interpretation must be grounded in the play. (3)
4.2.9 Open-ended.
Accept a relevant response which shows an understanding of the following viewpoints among others:
Yes.
No.
NOTE: Do NOT award a mark for YES or NO. Credit response where a combination is given. For full marks, the response must be well-substantiated. A candidate can score 1–2 marks for a response which is not well-substantiated. The candidate’s interpretation must be grounded in the play. (3)
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TOTAL SECTION B: 35
SECTION C: SHORT STORIES
QUESTION 5
NOTE: Candidates are required to answer BOTH questions set on the TWO short stories they have studied i.e. QUESTIONS 5.1 and 5.2.
QUESTION 5.1: ‘NEXT DOOR’ – KURT VONNEGUT
5.1
5.1.1
5.1.2 Paul is 8 years old. (1)
5.1.3 It is an old house. It is divided into two sides by a thin wall. (2)
5.1.4 Paul feels proud of what they manage to pull through, helping the couple next door to stop fighting. (2)
5.1.5 The dead silence after yelling shifts the tense mood. Initially the couple speaks loud, and the radio’s volume is high, cooing sounds follow, but now it is quiet. (2)
5.1.6
5.1.7 Open-ended.
Accept a relevant response which shows an understanding of the following viewpoints among others:
Yes.
No.
NOTE: Do NOT award a mark for YES or NO. Credit response where a combination is given. For full marks, the response must be well-substantiated. A candidate can score 1–2 marks for a response which is not well-substantiated. The candidate’s interpretation must be grounded in the short story. (3)
AND
5.2 ‘THE LAST BREATH’ – SAM KAHIGA
5.2.1 A / allowed to marry. (1)
5.2.2 She gives the narrator an urgent pleading look. Her hands are shaking/nervous hand movement. (2)
5.2.3 He does not want his son to marry a blind person (Eva) (1)
5.2.4
5.2.5 She is caring. (1) She tells the narrator about her husband’s sickness. / She assures the narrator that his father cares about his happiness. (1)
5.2.6 The narrator defends Eva when his father assumes she is helpless. He is determined to marry Eva without his father’s approval. (2)
5.2.7
5.2.8 The discussion of the theme of love, should include the following viewpoints, among others:
NOTE: For full marks, the response must be well-substantiated. A candidate can score 1–2 marks for a response which is not well-substantiated. The candidate’s interpretation must be grounded in the short story. (3)
5.2.9
Open-ended.
Accept a relevant response which shows an understanding of the following viewpoints, among others:
Yes.
No.
NOTE: Do not award marks for YES or NO only.
Credit response where a combination is given. For full marks, the response must be well-substantiated. A candidate can score 1 or 2 for a response which is not well- substantiated. The candidate’s response must be grounded in the short story. (3)
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TOTAL SECTION C: 35
SECTION D: POETRY
NOTE: Candidates are required to answer ALL the questions.
QUESTION 6.1: Sonnet 18 by William Shakespeare
6.1
6.1.1
6.1.2 The speaker’s beloved has an everlasting beauty that will remain forever. (2)
6.1.3
6.1.4
6.1.5
6.1.6
6.1.7 Open-ended.
Accept a relevant response which shows the understanding of the following viewpoints, among others:
Yes.
OR
No.
NOTE: Do NOT award a mark for YES or NO. Credit responses where a combination is given. For full marks, the response must be well-substantiated. A candidate can score 1–2 marks for a response which is not well-substantiated. The candidate’s interpretation must be grounded in the poem. (3)
AND
QUESTION 6.2: EVERYTHING HAS CHANGED (EXCEPT THE GRAVES)
6.2
6.2.1 They suggest the complete neglect and deterioration of something that was once beautiful and good. (2)
6.2.2 The teachers who taught him took time in shaping and forming him into the person he is now. (2)
6.2.3
6.2.4 ‘The ground where we ran and laughed.’ (1)
6.2.5 The speaker beat his schoolmate almost to a pulp. (1)
6.2.6 The cemetery is ‘mute’ there is complete silence because it is a place of death. The cemetery’s quietness is compared to a person who cannot talk. (2)
6.2.7 The speaker finds out the graves have not changed; they are taken care of, and the cemetery is still fenced unlike the school that is neglected. (2)
6.2.8 The discussion of the theme of loss should include the following viewpoints, among others:
NOTE: For full marks, the response must be well-substantiated.
A candidate can score 1–2 marks for a response which is not well-substantiated. The candidate’s interpretation must be grounded in the poem. (3)
6.2.9 Open-ended.
Accept a relevant response which shows the understanding of the following viewpoints, amongst others:
Yes.
No.
NOTE: Do NOT award a mark for YES or NO. Credit responses where a combination is given. For full marks, the response must be well-substantiated. A candidate can score 1–2 marks for a response which is not well-substantiated. The candidate’s interpretation must be grounded in the poem.(3)
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TOTAL SECTION C: 35
GRAND TOTAL: 70
INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
Read this page carefully before you begin to answer the questions.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION A: NOVEL Answer ANY ONE question. | ||||
QUESTION NO. | MARKS | PAGE | ||
1. | Cry, the Beloved Country | 35 | 5 | |
OR | ||||
2. | Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde |
35 |
9 | |
SECTION B: DRAMA Answer ANY ONE question. | ||||
3. | Macbeth | 35 | 13 | |
OR | ||||
4. | My Children! My Africa! | 35 | 18 | |
SECTION C: SHORT STORIES Answer questions set on BOTH short stories. | ||||
5.1 | ‘Next door’ | 35 | 22 | |
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5.2 | ‘The last breath’ | 35 | 24 | |
SECTION D: POETRY Answer the questions set on BOTH poems. | ||||
6.1 | ‘Sonnet 18’ (Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day?) |
35 |
26 | |
AND | ||||
6.2 | ‘Everything has changed’ | 35 | 28 |
CHECKLIST
NOTE:
SECTION | QUESTION NUMBERS | NO. OF QUESTIONS TO ANSWER | TICK (?) | |
A: | Novel | 1–2 | 1 | |
B: | Drama | 3–4 | 1 | |
C: | Short Stories | 5 | 1 | |
D: | Poetry | 6 | 1 |
NOTE: Ensure that you have answered questions on TWO sections only.
SECTION A: NOVEL
In this section, questions are set on the following novels:
Answer ALL the questions on the novel that you have studied.
QUESTION 1: CRY, THE BELOVED COUNTRY
Read the extracts from the novel below and answer the questions set on each. The number of marks allocated to each question serves as a guide to the expected length of your answer.
NOTE: Answer the questions set on BOTH extracts, i.e. QUESTION 1.1 AND QUESTION 1.2.
1.1 EXTRACT A
[Stephen Kumalo and his wife receive a letter.]
-Well, my husband? [Book 1, Chapter 2] |
1.1.1 Choose a description from COLUMN B that matches a name in COLUMN A. Write only the letter (A–E) next to the question numbers (1.1.1(a) to 1.1.1(d) in the ANSWER BOOK.
COLUMN A | COLUMN B |
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(4 x 1) (4)
1.1.2 Refer to lines 1–4 (‘Well my husband … an easy letter’). Give TWO reasons why they say this letter is ‘not an easy letter’. (2)
1.1.3 Why does Mrs Kumalo prefer to fetch the child than answering her husband’s question (line 7)? (2)
1.1.4 Explain the shyness and fear expressed by the child who brings the letter. (2)
1.1.5 Refer to line 26 (‘How can I use it’)?
1.1.6 What does this extract reveal about Mrs Kumalo’s character? Substantiate your answer. (2)
1.1.7 Mrs Kumalo plays a minor role in the decisions taken by her husband. Discuss your view. (3)
AND
1.2 EXTRACT B
[The young demonstrator arrives in Ndotsheni.]
He took off his hat and said in English, You are the umfundisi? Kumalo’s face lighted up, and he sat there with his eyes shining. You are an angel from God, he said. He stood up and walked about the [Book 3; Chapter 4] |
1.2.1 Choose the correct answer to complete the following sentence. Write only the letter (A–D) next to the question number (1.2.1) in the ANSWER BOOK.
Napoleon takes off his hat to show that he is …
1.2.2 Why is the following statement FALSE? Napoleon is looking for a job as an educator. (1)
1.2.3 How does Kumalo know James Jarvis? State TWO points. (2)
1.2.4 Explain why Napoleon has papers to show to Kumalo? (2)
1.2.5 Refer to line 23 ‘(Kumalo’s face lighted … his eyes shining’).
1.2.6 What does the young man do to help the community of Ndotsheni? (2)
1.2.7 One of the themes evident in this novel is redemption. Discuss this theme with reference to Kumalo and Jarvis. (3)
1.2.8 James Jarvis does a commendable job for the community of Ndotsheni. Discuss your view. (3)
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QUESTION 2: THE STRANGE CASE OF DR JEKYLL AND MR HYDE
Read the following extracts from the novel and answer the questions set on each. The number of marks allocated to each question serves as a guide to the expected length of your answer.
Answer the questions set on BOTH extracts, i.e. QUESTION 2.1 and QUESTION 2.2.
2.1 EXTRACT C
[Mr Utterson talks to Poole.]
He was ashamed of his relief, when Poole presently returned to announce that Dr Jekyll was gone out. ‘I saw Mr Hyde go in by the old dissecting-room door, Poole,’ he said. ‘Is that right, when Dr Jekyll is from home?’ ‘Quite right, Mr Utterson, sir,’ replied the servant. ‘Mr Hyde has a key.’ Your master seems to repose a great deal of trust in that young man, Poole,’ resumed the other musingly. ‘Yes, sir, he do indeed,’ said Poole. ‘We have all orders to obey him.’ ‘I do not think I ever met Mr Hyde?’ asked Utterson. O dear no, sir. He never dines here,’ replied the butler. ‘Indeed, we see very little of him on this side of the house; he mostly comes and goes by the laboratory.’ ‘Well, good-night, Poole.’ ‘Good-night, Mr Utterson.’ And the lawyer set out homeward with a very heavy heart. ‘Poor Harry Jekyll,’ he thought, ‘my mind misgives me he is in deep waters! He was wild when he was young; a long while ago, to be sure; but in the law of God there is no statute of limitations. Ay, it must be that; the ghost of some old sin, the cancer of some concealed disgrace: punishment coming, pede claudo, years after memory has forgotten self-love condoned the fault.’ [search for Mr Hyde] |
2.1.1 Choose a description from COLUMN B that matches a name in COLUMN A. Write only the letter (A–E) next to the question numbers (2.1.1(a) to 2.1.1(d) in the ANSWER BOOK.
COLUMN A | COLUMN B | |
(a) Utterson | A | has no conscience |
(b) Hyde | B | much of a gentleman |
(c) Poole | C | distant related cousins |
(d) Lanyon | D | Faithful and loyal |
E | reluctant to judge |
(4 x 1) (4)
2.1.2 Why is Utterson at Dr Jekyll’s house? (2)
2.1.3 Explain the relationship between Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde. (2)
2.1.4 Refer to lines 3–4 (‘I saw Mr … is from home?’).
2.1.5 Refer to line 15 (And the lawyer … very heavy heart’). ‘Heavy heart’ in this line means that Mr Utterson is …
2.1.6 What does this extract reveal about the character of Utterson? Substantiate your answer. (2)
2.1.7 Refer to line 16 (‘my mind misgives me he is in deep waters!’). Explain what Mr Utterson means in this line. (2)
2.1.8 Mr Utterson’s mistrust towards Mr Hyde is justified. Discuss your view. (3)
AND
2.2 EXTRACT D
[The murderer is searched for.]
A closet was filled with wine; the plate was of silver, the napery elegant; a good picture hung upon the walls, a gift (as Utterson supposed) from Henry Jekyll, who was much of a connoisseur; and the carpets were of many plies and agreeable colour. At this moment, however, the rooms bore every mark of having been recently and hurriedly ransacked; clothes lay about the floor, with their pockets inside out; lockfast drawers stood open; and on the hearth there lay a pile of grey ashes, as though many papers had been burned. From these embers the inspector disinterred the butt-end of a green cheque-book, which had resisted the action of the fire; the other half of the stick was found behind the door; and as this clinched his suspicions, the officer declared himself delighted. A visit to the bank, where several thousand pounds were found to be lying to the murderer’s credit, completed his gratification. ‘You may depend upon it, sir,’ he told Mr Utterson: ‘I have him in my hand. He must have lost his head, or he never would have left the stick or, above all, burned the cheque-book. Why, money’s life to the man. We have nothing to do but wait for him at the bank, and get out the handbills.’ [The Carew Murder Case] |
2.2.1 Refer to line 1 (‘A closet was … the napery elegant’).
2.2.2 What evidence is there that this is a wealthy man’s apartment? State TWO points in your OWN words. (2)
2.2.3 Refer to line 15–16 (‘I have him … left the stick’).
2.2.4 Refer to lines 16–17 (‘He must have … burned the cheque-book). Why is the following statement FALSE? Part of the murder weapon was found burned in the fire. (1)
2.2.5 One of the themes in the novel is violence. Discuss how this theme is relevant to Mr Hyde. (3)
2.2.6 Dr Jekyll had no choice but to commit suicide. Discuss your view. (3)
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TOTAL SECTION A: 35
SECTION B: DRAMA
In this section, there are questions set on the following dramas:
QUESTION 3: MACBETH
Read the extracts from the play below and answer the questions set on each. The number of marks allocated to each question serves as a guide to the expected length of your answer.
NOTE: Answer the questions set on BOTH extracts, i.e. QUESTION 3.1. AND QUESTION 3.2.
3.1 EXTRACT E
[Lady Macbeth talks to Macbeth.]
LADY M: Is Banquo gone from court? LADY M: Nought’s had, all’s spent Enter Macbeth. How now, my Lord! Why do you keep alone, MACBETH: We have scorched the snake, not killed it. [Act 3, Scene 2] |
3.1.1 Choose a description from COLUMN B that matches a name in COLUMN A. Write only the letter (A–E) next to the question numbers (3.1.1(a) to 3.1.1(d)) in the ANSWER BOOK.
COLUMN A | COLUMN B |
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(4 x 1) (4)
3.1.2 Why is Lady Macbeth concerned about Banquo? (2)
3.1.3 Choose the correct answer to complete the following sentence. Write only the letter (A–D) next to the question number (3.1.3) in the ANSWER BOOK.
Refer to line 3 (‘Say to King … attend his leisure’).
Lady Macbeth is asking …
3.1.4 What does Lady Macbeth mean by ‘Nought’s had, all’s spent’? (2)
3.1.6. Refer to line 17 (‘We have scorched … not kill it’).
3.1.7 Refer to lines 20–23 (‘But let the … shake us nightly’). What do these lines reveal about the character of Macbeth? Substantiate your answer. (2)
3.1.8 Macbeth’s killing of Banquo is justified. Discuss your view. (3)
AND
3.2 EXTRACT F
[Lady Macbeth struggles to sleep.]
MACBETH: Take thy face hence. Exit Servant. Seyton! – I am sick at heart, Enter Seyton SEYTON: What’s your gracious pleasure? Exit Seyton How does your patient, doctor? [Act 5, Scene 3] |
3.2.1 Refer to line 1 (‘Take thy face hence’).
3.2.2 Refer to lines 2–11 (‘Seyton! – I am … and dare not’).
3.2.3 Why is the following statement FALSE? Macbeth’s followers remain truthful to him. (1)
3.2.4 Refer to lines 16–17 (‘I’ll fight till … me my amour’). State TWO reasons why Macbeth is prepared to fight even though he is all by himself. (2)
3.2.5 Refer to lines 22–25 (‘How does your … from her rest’)
3.2.6 One of the themes in the play is guilt and its consequence. Discuss how this theme is relevant to Lady Macbeth. (3)
3.2.7 Macbeth is a victim of his ambition. Discuss your view. (3)
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QUESTION 4: MY CHILDREN! MY AFRICA!
Read the extracts from the play below and answer the set questions. The number of marks allocated to each question serves as a guide to the expected length of your answer.
NOTE: Answer the questions set on BOTH extracts, i.e. QUESTION 4.1 AND QUESTION 4.2.
4.1 EXTRACT G
[Thami worries about his future.]
THAMI: “We have educated you because we want you to be major shareholders in the future of this wonderful Republic of ours. In fact, we want all the peoples of South Africa to share in that future … black, white, brown, yellow, and if there are some green ones out there, then [Act 1, Scene 6] |
4.1.1 Choose a description from COLUMN B that matches a name in COLUMN A. Write only the letter (A–E) next to the question numbers (4.1.1(a) to 4.1.1(d)) in the ANSWER BOOK.
COLUMN A | COLUMN B | |
(a) Mrs Makatini | A | fearless leader |
(b) Miss Dyson | B | Zolile High School teacher |
(c) Mr Mbikwana | C | vetkoek seller |
(d) Mrs Magada | D | non-racist girl |
E | Camdeboo High School teacher |
(4 x 1) (4)
4.1.2 Refer to lines 1–2 (‘We have educated … Republic of ours’). Why does Oom Dawie address the learners? State TWO points. (2)
4.1.3 Refer to line 10 (‘Why does my … he says it’).
4.1.4 Why is the following statement FALSE? After passing Std 10 black learners become happy and contented shareholders. (1)
4.1.5 Refer to lines 13–14 (‘What do I see … of South Africa?’) If you were a stage director of this play, what would you tell Thami to do while saying these words? State TWO points. (2)
4.1.6 What does this extract reveal about Thami’s character? Substantiate your answer. (2)
4.1.7 Thami is justified in thinking that Zolile classrooms are ‘traps set to catch their minds and souls’. Discuss your view. (3)
AND
4.2 EXTRACT H
[Isabel wants answers from Thami.]
THAMI: Yes, I was there. Yes, I did try to stop it. [Thami gives Isabel time to deal with this answer.] I knew how angry the people were. I went to warn him. If he had listened to me he would still be alive, but he wouldn’t. [Act 2, Scene 4] |
4.2.1 Refer to line 1 (‘Yes, I was … to stop it’).
4.2.2 In your OWN words explain what Thami means when he says, ‘there was nothing left for him’ (line 8). (2)
4.2.3 Refer to line 12 (‘Oh Thami, it is all so wrong! So stupid!’).
4.2.4 Why do Thami’s answers make no sense to Isabel? (1)
4.2.5 Choose the correct answer to complete the following sentence. Write only the letter (A–D) next to the question number (4.2.5) in the ANSWER BOOK.
‘Old-fashioned’ in line 23 means ideas that are …
4.2.6 Refer to line 24 (‘it wouldn’t have stopped me’). What does this line reveal about Thami’s decision to quit school? Substantiate your answer. (2)
4.2.7 What does this extract reveal about Isabel’s character? Substantiate your answer. (2)
4.2.8 One of the themes in the play is justice and injustice. Discuss how this theme is relevant to Thami and Mr M. (3)
4.2.9 Mr M can be admired. Discuss your view. (3)
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TOTAL SECTION B: 35
SECTION C: SHORT STORIES
In this section questions are set on the following short stories:
QUESTION 5
Read the extracts from the TWO short stories and answer the questions set on each. The number of marks allocated serves as a guide to the expected length of your answer.
NOTE: Answer the questions set on BOTH EXTRACTS, i.e. QUESTION 5.1 AND QUESTION 5.2.
5.1 ‘NEXT DOOR’
EXTRACT I
[Sam announces a dedication for Mrs Harger.]
A lump grew in Paul’s throat as he thought about the beautiful thing he and Sam were bringing to pass. “Folks!” said Sam, “that’s all I’m gonna say about love and marriage! That’s all anybody needs to know! And now, for Mrs. Lemuel K. Harger, from Mr. Harger – I love you! Let’s make up and start all over again!” Sam choked up. “Here’s Eartha Kitt, and Somebody Bad Stole De Wedding Bell!” The radio next door went off. The world lay still. A purple emotion flooded Paul’s being. Childhood dropped away, and He hung, dizzy, on the brink of life, rich, violent, rewarding. There was movement next door – slow, foot-dragging movement. “So,” said the woman. “Charlotte – “ said the man uneasily. “Honey – I swear” “’I love you,”’ she said bitterly. “’Let’s make up and start all over again.”’ “Baby,” said the man desperately, “It’s another Lemuel K. Harger. It’s got to be!” “You want your wife back?” she said. “All right – I won’t get in her way. She can have you, Lemuel – you jewel beyond price, you.” “She must have called the station,” said the man. “She can have you, you philandering, two-timing, two-bit Lochinvar, she said. “But you won’t be in very good condition.” “Charlotte- put down that gun, “said the man. “Don’t do anything You’ll be sorry for.” “That’s all behind me, you worm,” she said. |
5.1.1 Choose a description from COLUMN B that matches a name in COLUMN A. Write only the letter (A–E) next to the question numbers (5.1.1(a) to 5.1.1.(d)) in the ANSWER BOOK.
COLUMN A | COLUMN B |
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(4 x 1) (4)
5.1.2 How old is Paul? (1)
5.1.3 Describe the structure of Paul’s home? State TWO points. (2)
5.1.4 Refer to lines 1–2 (‘A lump grew … bringing to pass’). Use your OWN words to explain Paul’s feelings. (2)
5.1.5 Refer to lines 7–8 (‘The radio next … world lay still’). How has the atmosphere changed next door? Substantiate your answer. (2)
5.1.6 Refer to line 11 (‘There was movement … slow, movement’). foot-dragging
5.1.7 Charlotte’s reaction is justified in this story. Discuss your view. (3)
5.2 ‘LAST BREATH’
EXTRACT J
[The narrator feels unhappy.]
They were denying me that hand for marriage, thus plunging me into deep depths of misery. |
5.2.1 Choose the correct answer to complete the following sentence.
Write only the letter (A–D) next to the question number (5.2.1) in the ANSWER BOOK.
Denying me that hand for marriage (line 1) means he is not …
5.2.2 How do we know that it is difficult for the narrator’s mother to tell the narrator about his father’s sickness? State TWO points. (2)
5.2.3 What is troubling the narrator’s father besides his sickness? (1)
5.2.4 Refer to line 9 (‘‘Your father is … chilled my heart’)
5.2.5 What does this extract reveal about the character of the narrator’s mother? Substantiate your answer. (2)
5.2.6 How do we know that the narrator cares deeply for Eva? (2)
5.2.7 How would you describe the relationship between the narrator and his parents? Substantiate your answer. (2)
5.2.8 One of the themes in the short story is love. Discuss how this theme is relevant to the narrator in this story. (3)
5.2.9 The narrator’s father is selfless and loving. Discuss your view. (3)
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TOTAL SECTION C: 35
SECTION D: POETRY
In this section, questions are set on the following poems:
NOTE: Answer the questions set on the BOTH poems, i.e. QUESTION 6.1. AND QUESTION 6.2.
QUESTION 6
6.1 Read the poem carefully and then answer the questions which follow. The number of marks allocated to each question serves as a guide to the expected length of your answer.
SONNET 18
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6.1.1 Describe the structure of this poem fully. (2)
6.1.2 Why would the speaker want to compare his beloved to a summer’s day? (2)
6.1.3 Refer to lines 1–2 (‘Shall I compare … and more temperate’).
In your OWN words give TWO reasons why the speaker finds it inappropriate to compare the beloved to a summer’s day. (2)
6.1.4 Refer to line 4 (And summer’s lease … short a date’).
6.1.5 Refer to lines 5–6 (‘Sometimes too hot … gold complexion dimmed’). Choose the correct answer to complete the following sentence. Write only the letter (A–D) next to the question number (6.1.5) in the ANSWER BOOK.
6.1.6 Refer to line 11 (‘Nor shall Death … in his shade’).
6.1.7 The speaker believes that his beloved’s beauty is immortal. Discuss your view. (3)
AND
6.2 Read the poem carefully and then answer the questions which follow. The number of marks allocated to each question serves as a guide to the expected length of your answer.
Everything has changed (except the graves) – Mzi Mahola
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6.2.1 Refer to lines 1–2 (‘I stood at … my former school’). What do the words ‘ruins’ and ‘former’ suggest about the school? (2)
6.2.2 Explain the meaning of the word ‘moulded’ in line 3. (2)
6.2.3 Refer to lines 6–9 (‘What happened to … doors and windows’).
6.2.4 Quote a line which suggests that the speaker was happy at school. (1)
6.2.5 Explain why the following statement is FALSE. The speaker was beaten to a pulp by his friend. (1)
6.2.6 Explain the personification in line 20. (2)
6.2.7 With reference to the title, explain why the graves have not changed. (2)
6.2.8 One of the themes in this poem is loss. Discuss how this theme is relevant to the poem. (3)
6.2.9 The speaker is justified in wanting to preserve the past. Discuss your view. (3)
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TOTAL SECTION D: 35
GRAND TOTAL: 70
INSTRUCTIONS TO MARKERS
MARKING THE COMPREHENSION
SECTION A: COMPREHENSION
QUESTION 1
1.1 1.1.1 B / successes (1)
1.1.2 We should always work at being happy and teach ourselves to think happy thoughts. (2)
1.2 40% (percent) (1)
1.3
1.4
1.4.1 It refers to those days that we have trouble or problems/being in a bad emotional space. (1)
1.4.2
1.5 Circumstances can change in an instant. (1)
1.6
1.6.1 Studies have been conducted (by professionals), so the information is reliable. (2)
1.6.2 It gives us more confidence. It makes us less anxious. (1)
NOTE: Accept any ONE of the above answers.
1.7
1.8 Loneliness is as dangerous to our health as smoking. / Loneliness decreases levels of happiness which is bad for your health. Both can shorten our lifespan significantly. (2)
1.9
1.9.1 It only creates the impression of happiness, (but it does not mean that you are truly happy). / Material items/money do not determine
happiness. (1)
1.9.2
1.10 Open-ended. Accept a suitable response, e.g.,
NOTE: The above are merely examples. Do not award a mark for Yes or No. Accept other suitable responses. A candidate can score 1 mark for an answer that is not well-substantiated. Accept a combination answer. (2)
1.11 Open-ended. Accept a suitable response, e.g.,
NOTE: The above are merely examples. Accept other suitable responses. A candidate can score 1 mark for an answer that is not
well-substantiated. Accept a combination answer. (2)
1.12
NOTE: Accept any ONE of the above answers. (1)
1.13 It means that the day for people who have disabilities / Persons with Disabilities / will be celebrated globally/across the world. (1)
1.14 450 000 (1)
1.15 ER24 (1)
1.16 Open-ended. Accept a suitable response, e.g.,
NOTE: The above are merely examples. Do not award a mark for Yes or No. Accept other suitable responses. A candidate can score 1 mark for an answer that is not well-substantiated. Accept a combination answer.
TOTAL SECTION A: 30
SECTION B: SUMMARY QUESTION 2
The following points form the answer to the question.
QUOTATIONS | FACTS (NOTE: Candidates may phrase the facts differently.) | ||
1. | Challenging situations are a part of life, so when you are faced with one, focus on the good things. | 1. | Focus on what is good in life. |
2. | Practising gratitude has been shown to improve self-esteem even in difficult times. /Write in a gratitude journal the things you are grateful for daily. | Show gratitude. / Keep a gratitude journal. | |
3. | Laughter relieves stress, lightens the mood, and makes things less difficult. Be open to humour and give yourself permission to laugh. | 3. | Be sure to laugh. |
4. | Surround yourself with positive people who will help you see the bright side. | 4. | Spend time with people who encourage you. |
5. | We tend to form negative opinions of ourselves. Respond with positive messages, also known as positive self- talk. | 5. | Be positive/confident about yourself. |
6. | Ask a trusted friend to help you identify negative areas in your life. /Tackle negative areas one at a time. | 6. | Recognise your areas of negativity. / Face and resolve your negative feelings. |
7. | Create a ritual in which you start each day on a positive note. | 7. | Start every day on a positive note. / Be optimistic about every day. |
MARKING THE SUMMARY
Marking is on the basis of the inclusion of valid material and the exclusion of invalid material.
The summary should be marked as follows:
NOTE:
TOTAL SECTION B: 10
SECTION C: LANGUAGE
QUESTION 3: ANALYSING AN ADVERTISEMENT
3.1 Children/women/men/People who work long hours. (1)
3.2 You are (1)
3.3 The advertiser suggests that if you eat Jungle Oats you will be as courageous/powerful/strong/determined as a tiger. (2)
3.4 ‘instant’ (1)
3.5 Jungle Oats does not contain any fat. /Eating oats will not lead to weight gain. (1)
3.6 The time 5:30 is bigger than the other hours that are indicated. The time 5:30 stands out. / Getting up at 5:30 is seen as early. (1)
3.7 It gives you extra energy. (1)
3.8 Open-ended. Accept a suitable response, e.g.,
NOTE: The above are merely examples. Do not award a mark for Yes or No. A candidate can score 1 mark for an answer that is not well- substantiated. Accept a combination answer. (2)
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QUESTION 4: ANALYSING A CARTOON
4.1.1 He needs help on which work needs to be done. (1)
4.1.2 C / solve a problem. (1)
4.1.3 Found (1)
4.2.1 No. He only phones when he needs something for school. / Calvin knows that Susie will talk about things that does not interest him or that she will tease him. / He gets right to the reason for his phone call, so that she does not think it is a special phone call. (1)
4.2.2 Phone/contact (1)
4.3
4.3.1 In FRAME 1 he says hello politely/he asks her politely, but in FRAME 4 his words are in bold/there are capital letters/an exclamation mark. (2)
4.3.2 Calvin’s mouth is wide open. /His eyes are wide open. /He makes a fist. (1)
4.4 Open-ended. Accept a suitable response, e.g.,
NOTE: The above are merely examples. Do not award a mark for Yes or No. A candidate can score 1 mark for an answer that is not well-substantiated. Accept a combination answer. (2)
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QUESTION 5: LANGUAGE AND EDITING SKILLS
5.1
5.1.1
5.1.2 Master KG won the MTV Europe Music Award for Best African Act. (1)
5.1.3 percent (spelling must be correct) (1)
5.1.4 The Jerusalema dance challenge does not boost feelings of happiness. (1)
5.1.5 lives
NOTE: Spelling must be correct. (1)
5.1.6 Master KG said that his Jerusalema song had earned millions of views on YouTube.
NOTE: Award ONE mark for each of the underlined changes and ONE mark for the omission of the comma, the quotation marks, and the insertion of the final full stop as well as the correct use of capital and small letters throughout. (3)
5.1.7 Not only is the Jerusalema a source of brightness, but also (a source) of hope. (2)
5.1.8 A rose is the most beautiful flower. (1)
5.2
5.2.1 Vellies can be worn by both men and women. (1)
5.2.2 are they not / aren’t they
NOTE: Apostrophe must be used correctly. (1)
5.2.3
5.2.4 patience (1)
5.2.5 most comfortable (1)
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TOTAL SECTION C: 40
GRAND TOTAL: 80
INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
SECTION A: COMPREHENSION
QUESTION 1
Read BOTH TEXT A and TEXT B and answer the set questions.
TEXT A
HAPPINESS IS A CHOICE
1.1 Refer to paragraph 1.
1.1.1 Which ONE of the words below mean the same as ‘achievements’?
1.1.2 State TWO ways in which we can make sure that we are happy. (2)
1.2 Refer to paragraph 2. How much of our happiness depends on ‘life activity’? (1)
1.3 Refer to paragraph 3. What makes most people happy? State TWO points. (2)
1.4 Refer to paragraph 4.
1.4.1 What is meant by ‘dark days’? (1)
1.4.2 Why do you think it is important to focus on being happy ‘on those dark days’? (2)
1.5 Refer to paragraph 5. Why does the writer say that, ‘we cannot always control our circumstances’? (1)
1.6 Refer to paragraph 7.
1.6.1 How do you know that the information in lines 36–37 (‘Many studies have … reduces stress hormones’), can be trusted? (2)
1.6.2 Name ONE advantage of having a gratitude diary. (1)
1.7 Using your OWN words, explain what is meant by ‘retrain how you think’ (line 40). (2)
1.8 Refer to paragraph 9. Why is loneliness ‘as harmful as smoking’? State TWO points. (2)
1.9 Refer to paragraph 10.
1.9.1 Why is the following statement FALSE? Showing your wealth and travels on social media shows that you are happy. (1)
1.9.2 Explain the statement, ‘comparison is the thief of joy’. (2)
1.10 Refer to paragraph 11. Do you agree with Abraham Lincoln’s view that ‘Most people are about as happy as they make up their minds to be’? Substantiate your answer. (2)
1.11 Discuss the suitability of the title, HAPPINESS IS A CHOICE’. (2)
TEXT B
[Source: www.benonicity.co.za]
1.12 Mention ONE cause of disability. (1)
1.13 What does the word ‘International’, as used above, suggest? (1)
1.14 How many South African children are disabled? (1)
1.15 Which medical facility has provided the above information? (1)
1.16 Discuss whether it is a good idea to dedicate one day per year to disabled people. (2)
TOTAL SECTION A: 30
SECTION B: SUMMARY
QUESTION 2
Being positive helps you to manage your problems.
Read TEXT C below and list SEVEN tips for positive thinking.
INSTRUCTIONS
TEXT C
POSITIVE THINKING Positive thinking will not make your problems disappear but will make it more manageable. [Adapted from www.healthline.com] |
TOTAL SECTION B: 10
SECTION C: LANGUAGE
QUESTION 3: ANALYSING AN ADVERTISEMENT
Study the advertisement (TEXT D) below and answer the set questions.
TEXT D
[Adapted from www.google.com]
3.1 Who is the target audience in this advertisement? (1)
3.2 Write out the word ‘You’re’ in full. (1)
3.3 Why do you think the advertiser has included the picture of a tiger in this advertisement? (2)
3.4 Quote ONE word which means the same as ‘immediately’. (1)
3.5 What does the zero above the word ‘fat’ suggest? (1)
3.6 Explain how the advertiser links the word ‘early’ to time. (1)
3.7 How will a bowl of this product get one through the day? (1)
3.8 Does the advertiser succeed in convincing readers to use this product every morning? Substantiate your answer. (2)
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QUESTION 4: ANALYSING A CARTOON
Read the cartoon (TEXT E) below and answer the set questions.
TEXT E
4.1 Refer to FRAME 1.
4.1.1 Why is Calvin phoning his classmate Susie? (1)
4.1.2 Choose the correct answer to complete the following sentence: Calvin is scratching his head because he is trying to…
4.1.3 Provide an antonym for the word ‘lost’. (1)
4.2 Refer to FRAME 2.
4.2.1 Do you think Calvin phones Susie regularly? Explain. (1)
4.2.2 Write down the correct word for ‘call’. (1)
4.3 Refer to FRAMES 1 and 4.
4.3.1 Explain the difference between Calvin’s emotions in FRAME 1 and his emotions in FRAME 4 by referring to the verbal clues.(2)
4.3.2 Give a visual clue to show Calvin’s feelings in FRAME 4. (1)
4.4 Do you think Susie’s behaviour towards Calvin is justified? Substantiate your answer.(2)
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QUESTION 5: LANGUAGE AND EDITING SKILLS
5.1 Read the passage (TEXT F) below, which has some deliberate errors, and answer the set questions.
TEXT F
JERUSALEMA
[Adapted from www.globalcitizen.org] |
5.1.1 Correct the SINGLE error in EACH of the following sentences. Write down ONLY the question numbers and the words you have corrected.
5.1.2 Rewrite the following sentence in the simple past tense: Master KG wins the MTV Europe Music Award for Best African Act. (1)
5.1.3 Write the underlined symbol as a word. The dance challenge helped more than 56% of adults to reduce their emotional stress.(1)
5.1.4 Rewrite the following sentence in the negative form: The Jerusalema dance challenge boosts feelings of happiness. (1)
5.1.5 Give the plural form of the underlined word in the following sentence: The Jerusalema dance had a positive impact on life. (1)
5.1.6 Rewrite the following sentence in reported speech: Master KG said, ‘My Jerusalema song has earned millions of views on YouTube.’ (3)
5.1.7 Combine the following sentences into a single sentence:
The Jerusalema is a source of brightness.
The Jerusalema is a source of hope.
Begin with the following words: Not only … (2)
5.1.8 Study the following sentence: South Africans rose to the challenge and soon enough the entire country was dancing to Jerusalema. (1)
Use a homonym for the word rose in a sentence of your own.
5.2 Study the text below and answer the questions.
TEXT G
‘Veldskoen’ or ‘vellies’, are South African walking shoes. The name ‘vellies’ comes from the Afrikaans words ‘vel’ which means skin and ‘skoen’ which means shoe. [Source: www.Hellosmartblog.com] |
5.2.1 Rewrite the following sentence in the passive voice: Both men and women can wear vellies. (1)
5.2.2 Complete the following tag question. Write down only the missing words. Vellies are South African walking shoes, …? (1)
5.2.3 Study the following sentence: Nowadays you can wear your vellies with a gorgeous floral dress or a soft flowy skirt. State the part of speech of EACH of the underlined words used in the context of this sentence. (2)
5.2.4 Give the correct form of the word in brackets. The genuine leather veldskoen is crafted with much (patient). (1)
5.2.5 Give the correct degree of comparison in the following sentence: Vellies are the (comfortable) shoes to wear when visiting the bush. (1)
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TOTAL SECTION C: 40
GRAND TOTAL: 80
INSTRUCTIONS TO MARKERS
QUESTION 1: MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS
1.1
1.1 B (1)
1.2 A (1)
1.3 D (1)
1.4 C (1)
1.5 C (1)
1.6 A (1)
1.7 D (1)
1.8 A (1)
1.9 C (1)
1.10 D (1)
1.11 D (1)
1.12 A (1)
1.13 B (1)
1.14 D (1)
1.15 B (1) [15]
QUESTION 2: OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
2.1
2.1.1 The probability that injury or damage will occur. (1)
2.1.2 Free from any hazard. (1)
2.2
2.3
2.4 Inadequate lighting leads to poor visibility, which could lead to dangerous situations or injuries. (2)
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QUESTION 3: RLC CIRCUITS
3.1
1 mark for correct labelling of axes
1 mark for correct shape of curve (2)
3.2 The capacitive reactance is inversely proportional to the frequency. (1)
3.3 It is the shift in phase between the supply voltage and the circuit current which results from the reactance and resistance in the circuit. (2)
3.4
3.4.1 The current lags the voltage. (1)
3.4.2 (3)
3.4.3 This occurs during resonance, when the voltage drop across the capacitor is equal to the voltage drop across the inductor. (2)
3.5 Used to tune radio and tv stations to a particular station. (1)
3.6
3.7
3.7.1
3.7.2 (3)
3.7.3
3.8
3.8.1
3.8.2 (3)
3.8.3 (3)
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QUESTION 4: SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES
4.1
4.2
4.3 (3)
4.4
4.4.1 The emitter is a heavily doped p-type semi-conductor. (2)
4.4.2 The intrinsic standoff ratio is determined by the ratio of the internal resistances (rb1 to rb1 + rb2). (2)
4.4.3 The moment the emitter voltage (VE) is increased to above Vx the UJT is said to fire and goes into its trigger state. (2)
4.5 (3)
4.6
4.7
4.7.1
4.7.2 It is important for the Op-amp to have a dual voltage supply to be able to amplify all signals above 0 V and below 0 V (positive and negative signals). (2)
4.8
4.9 Positive Supply (+V) (1)
4.10 The op-amp should be able to amplify any input of any frequency, from 0 Hz through to radio frequency and higher. This is not practical and the gain drops at higher frequencies. This is due to internal capacitances in the op-amp’s chip. (4)
4.11
4.12 This pin is used to allow a different charge voltage level to be introduced to the 555 timer rather than the usual 2/3 point. This pin is normally either not connected or else it is connected to ground via a small value capacitor which removes any unwanted noise from the supply voltage that might affect the timer operation. (4)
4.13 This capacitor will remove any unwanted noise from the supply voltage which could affect the operation of the timer. (2)
4.14
4.15
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QUESTION 5: SWITCHING CIRCUITS
5.1
5.1.1 Bistable multivibrator (1)
5.1.2 It protects the LED from drawing to much current and getting damaged. (1)
5.1.3 When RESET is pressed, Pin 4 is pulled to ground. This resets the IC and cause it to change state with the output falling to LOW. (3)
5.1.4 The low value capacitor (0,1µF) is used to remove any unwanted and stray signal from the circuit. The will prevent noise in the circuit. (3)
5.1.5
5.2 (6)
5.3
5.4 Switch bounce can be eliminated by using a monostable multivibrator circuit to control the output. (1)
5.5 (8)
5.6
5.7
5.7.1 Open loop gain refers to a circuit with no feedback from the output back to the input. (2)
5.7.2
5.8
5.8.1 By adding another input resistor to the summing amplifier input. (1)
5.8.2 (4)
5.8.3 It is negative because the inputs are fed into the inverting input, which will cause the output to be 180° out of phase. (1)
5.9 (4)
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QUESTION 6: AMPLIFIERS
6.1
6.1.1
6.1.2 Q-point on the DC load line represents the voltages across the transistor. and current through the transistor when no input signal is applied. (2)
6.1.3 Vce = Vcc (1)
6.1.4
6.1.5 (3)
6.2
6.3
6.4
6.4.1
6.4.2
6.5
6.5.1
6.5.2 At the higher frequency as the signal frequency rises it encounters small parasitic capacitances which develop inside of the transistors. These capacitances appear between the different regions of the transistor due to their different biasing voltages as the signal frequency rises. The effect of these capacitor increases, with their reactance become lower and lower. (3)
6.6
6.6.1
6.6.2
6.7
6.7.1
6.7.2 (6)
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TOTAL: 200
INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
QUESTION 1: MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS
Various options are provided as possible answer to the following questions. Choose the answer and write only the letter (A–D) next to the question numbers (1.1 to 1.15) in the ANSWER BOOK, for example 1.16 A.
1.1 To prevent infection when treating burns, the following should NOT be done:
1.2 In a purely capacitive circuit, the relationship between the voltage and current is as follows:
1.3 During resonance the …
1.4 In a 240 V, 50 Hz RCL circuit with an inductance of 50 mH, the inductive reactance is equal to …
1.5 Which TWO characteristics are of interest in a JFET?
1.6 Which device relies on the creation of an electric field within its body to control current flow?
1.7 The maximum current a 555 IC can either sink or source is:
1.8 With reference to a monostable multivibrator, the time an output stays high, is determined by:
1.9 The Bistable multivibrator has the following characteristics:
1.10 A Light Dependant Resistor (LDR) will change value due to:
1.11 The output waveform of a Schmitt trigger circuit will always be a:
1.12 Which ONE is the application of a RC coupled amplifier?
1.13 A disadvantage of a RC coupled amplifier is …
1.1.4 The … of an amplifier is the range of frequencies within which the gain does not fall below 0,7 of its maximum value.
1.15 Which ONE is an important area on the frequency response curve?
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QUESTION 2: OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
2.1 Give the meaning of the following with reference to the Occupational Health and Safety, 1993 (Act 85 of 1993).
2.1.1 Risk (1)
2.1.2 Safe (1)
2.2 Explain the difference between quantitative risk analysis and qualitative risk analysis. (5)
2.3 State ONE example of a dangerous practice in an electrical workshop. (1)
2.4 Explain how inadequate lighting is an unsafe condition. (2)
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QUESTION 3: RLC CIRCUITS
3.1 Draw a neat, labelled characteristic curve showing the relationship between the inductive reactance and the frequency in a pure inductive circuit. (2)
3.2 State the relationship between the capacitive reactance and the frequency in a pure capacitive circuit. (1)
3.3 Define the term phase angle with reference to RLC circuits. (2)
3.4 FIGURE 3.4 below shows the phasor diagram of the voltages and current in a series circuit. Answer the questions that follow.
FIGURE 3.4
3.4.1 State with reference to the current, whether the phase angle is leading or lagging. (1)
3.4.2 Calculate the value of the supply voltage. (3)
3.4.3 Explain when the current would be in phase with the voltage of the circuit. (2)
3.5 State where resonant circuits are used. (1)
3.6 Describe the differences between the characteristics of series and parallel resonance. (2)
3.7 The series RLC circuit in FIGURE 3.7 consists of a 22 Ω resistor, an inductor of 50 mH and a capacitor with a reactance of 42,44 Ω. The series combination is connected to a 110 V/50 Hz supply. Answer the questions that follow.
FIGURE 3.7
Given:
Calculate:
3.7.1 The inductive reactance (3)
3.7.2 The impedance of the circuit (3)
3.7.3 The value of the capacitor in the circuit in micro-farad (4)
3.8 Refer to FIGURE 3.8 below and answer the questions that follow.
FIGURE 3.8
Given:
Calculate:
3.8.1 The current flowing through the capacitor (5)
3.8.2 The total current flowing through the circuit (3)
3.8.3 The phase angle (3)
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QUESTION 4: SEMICONDUCTOR DEVICES
4.1 Name TWO types of junction field effect transistors. (2)
4.2 List THREE operating regions of the UJT. (3)
4.3 Draw a fully labelled symbol of the N-channel JFET. (3)
4.4 Refer to FIGURE 4.4 below and answer the questions that follow.
FIGURE 4.4: UJT
4.4.1 State the type of material used to produce the substrate. (2)
4.4.2 Explain how the intrinsic standoff ratio is determined. (2)
4.4.3 Explain what happens when the voltage on the emitter terminal (VE) is increased above Vx. (2)
4.5 Draw a fully labelled symbol of a Darlington pair transistor. (3)
4.6 Describe TWO advantages of a Darlington pair. (4)
4.7 Refer to FIGURE 4.7 and answer the questions that follow.
FIGURE 4.7: OP-AMP SYMBOL
4.7.1 Label number 1 and 2. (2)
4.7.2 Explain why the op-amp uses a dual voltage supply. (2)
4.8 Name the THREE stages of an op-amp. (3)
4.9 Identify Pin 7 of a 741 op-amp. (1)
4.10 With reference to op-amp characteristics, explain the term bandwidth. (4)
4.11 Explain why an op-amp as a voltage follower is an ideal coupling stage (buffer) between two unevenly matched stages. (2)
4.12 With reference to 555 IC, explain the function of pin 5 (control voltage). (4)
4.13 Explain the function of using a small value capacitor connected from pin 5 to ground on a 555 IC. (2)
4.14 Name the TWO primary building blocks of a 555 IC. (2)
4.15 Name TWO modes the 555 IC is set up to function in. (2)
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QUESTION 5: SWITCHING CIRCUITS
5.1 With reference to FIGURE 5.1 below, answer the following questions.
FIGURE 5.1: MULTIVIBRATOR
5.1.1 Identify the circuit in FIGURE 5.1 above. (1)
5.1.2 State the function of R3. (1)
5.1.3 Describe what happens when the RESET switch, S2 is pressed. (3)
5.1.4 Explain the purpose of C1 which is connected to ground from pin 5. (3)
5.1.5 Explain what the effect would be on the circuit if R1 and R2 were not added to the circuit. (2)
5.2 Draw a fully labelled circuit diagram for a monostable multivibrator op-amp circuit. (6)
5.3 Explain how you would vary the length of time that a monostable multivibrator circuit output stays ‘HIGH’. (3)
5.4 Explain how to eliminate switch bounce. (1)
5.5 Draw a fully labelled circuit diagram for a temperature sensor using a 741 op-amp. (8)
5.6 Explain the principle of operation of a Light Dependant Resistor (LDR). (4)
5.7 Refer to FIGURE 5.7 below and answer the questions that follow.
FIGURE 5.7: COMPARATOR
5.7.1 Explain what is meant with open loop with reference to FIGURE 5.7. (2)
5.7.2 Describe the principle of operation of a comparator. (6)
5.8 Refer to FIGURE 5.8 below and answer the questions that follow.
FIGURE 5.8: SUMMING AMPLIFIER
5.8.1 State how an input signal can be added to the summing amplifier. (1)
5.8.2 Calculate the value of the feedback resistor (RF). (4)
5.8.3 State why the output voltage is negative in FIGURE 5.8. (1)
5.9 Draw the circuit diagram for a passive integrator. (4)
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QUESTION 6: AMPLIFIERS
6.1 Refer to FIGURE 6.1 below and answer the following questions.
FIGURE 6.1
6.1.1 List TWO reasons for biasing a transistor. (2)
6.1.2 Describe the term Q-point on a DC load line. (2)
6.1.3 State the formula for Vce. (1)
6.1.4 Calculate the maximum collector current. (3)
6.1.5 Draw the DC load line and indicate the maximum current and Vce. (3)
6.2 Audio amplifiers terminal currents are measured as 3,6 mA input current and 15,3 mA output current. Calculate the amplifier current in decibels. (3)
6.3 Explain TWO advantages of negative feedback. (2)
6.4 Refer to FIGURE 6.4 below and answer the questions that follow.
FIGURE 6.4: RC COUPLED AMPLIFIER
6.4.1 Describe the operation of a RC coupled amplifier. (6)
6.4.2 List TWO advantages of the RC coupled amplifier. (2)
6.5 FIGURE 6.5 below shows the frequency response curve of a RC coupled amplifier. Answer the questions that follow.
FIGURE 6.5: FREQUENCY RESPONSE CURVE OF A RC COUPLED AMPLIFIER.
6.5.1 Identify points A, B, and C. (3)
6.5.2 Describe how the voltage gain of an RC-coupled amplifier is affected at high frequencies. (3)
6.6 Refer to FIGURE 6.6 below and answer the questions that follow.
FIGURE 6.6: TRANSFORMER COUPLED AMPLIFIER
6.6.1 Describe the basic operation of the transformer coupled amplifier. (5)
6.6.2 State TWO advantages of a transformer coupled amplifier. (2)
6.7 With reference to a push-pull amplifier NPN transistor. Answer the questions that follow.
6.7.1 Explain how cross over distortion occurs. (2)
6.7.2 Calculate the current gain in dB by using the following information:
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TOTAL: 200
FORMULA SHEET:
INSTRUCTIONS TO MARKERS
QUESTION 1: MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS
1.1
1.1 B (1)
1.2 A (1)
1.3 D (1)
1.4 C (1)
1.5 A (1)
1.6 C (1)
1.7 B (1)
1.8 A (1)
1.9 D (1)
1.10 C (1)
1.11 B (1)
1.12 D (1)
1.13 A (1)
1.14 C (1)
1.15 B (1) [15]
QUESTION 2: OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
2.1
2.1.1 The probability that injury or damage will occur. (1)
2.1.2 Free from any hazard. (1)
2.2 In quantitative risk analysis an attempt is made to numerically determine the probabilities of various adverse events and the likely extent of losses if a particular event took place. Qualitative risk analysis defines the various threats determining the extent of vulnerabilities and devising counter measures should a risk occur. (5)
2.3
2.4 Inadequate lighting leads to poor visibility, which could lead to dangerous situations or injuries.(2)
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QUESTION 3: RLC CIRCUITS
3.1
1 mark for correct labelling of axes
1 mark for correct shape of curve (2)
3.2 The capacitive reactance is inversely proportional to the frequency. (1)
3.3 It is the shift in phase between the supply voltage and the circuit current which results from the reactances and resistance in the circuit. (2)
3.4
3.4.1 The current lags the voltage. (1)
3.4.2(3)
3.4.3 This occurs during resonance, when the voltage drop across the capacitor is equal to the voltage drop across the inductor. (2)
3.5 Used to tune radio and TV stations to a particular station. (1)
3.6
3.7
3.7.1
3.7.2 (3)
3.7.3
3.8
3.8.1
3.8.2 (3)
3.8.3
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QUESTION 4: THREE-PHASE AC GENERATION
4.1
4.2 Kilowatt-hour meter (1)
4.3
4.4
4.4.1 Three-phase star connected system phasor diagram (1)
4.4.2
4.4.3 A – VRN (1)
4.4.4 By connecting the common ends of three phasors together. (1)
4.4.5
4.5
4.5.1
4.5.2
4.5.3
4.6
4.6.1
4.6.2
4.6.3
4.6.4
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QUESTION 5: THREE-PHASE TRANSFORMERS
5.1
5.1.1 A step-down transformer in high voltage lines. (1)
5.1.2 As step-down transformers in distribution systems where a 4-wire system is required. (1)
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
5.5.1
5.5.2
5.6
5.6.1
5.6.2
5.6.3
5.6.4
5.6.5
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QUESTION 6: THREE-PHASE MOTORS AND STARTERS
6.1
6.1.1
6.1.2
6.2 Slip (1)
6.3
1 mark for each correct connection (3)
6.4
6.5
Symbol plus label = 1 mark
1 mark for connecting to neutral (11)
6.6
6.6.1
6.6.2
6.6.3
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QUESTION 7: PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLLERS (PLC’s)
7.1
7.1.1 When a device or socket has been wired up through a permanent, fixed circuit. (1)
7.1.2 The time the PLC takes to go through one complete cycle, processing each of the three steps.
7.2
1 mark for in and out
1 mark for diagram correct (5)
7.3
7.3.1
1 mark for symbol
1 mark for labels (2)
7.3.2
7.3.3 (3)
7.4
7.4.1
7.4.2
7.5
7.5.1 (12)
7.5.2 These are interlocking contacts, and they prevent one contactor from being energised while the other contactor is energised. (2)
7.5.3 The N/O main contact connected in parallel with the start button keeps the circuit energised (latching contact). (2)
7.5.4 The timer keeps the motor running in star for a preset time before energising the delta contactor. (1)
7.6
1 mark for each symbol and label correct (3)
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TOTAL: 200