ENGLISH FIRST ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE
PAPER 3
GRADE 12 
AMENDED SENIOR CERTIFICATE EXAMS
PAST PAPERS AND MEMOS
MAY/JUNE 2018

INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION 

1.  This question paper consists of THREE SECTIONS:
   SECTION A: SECTION B: SECTION C:
   Essay (50) Longer Transactional Text (30) Shorter Transactional Text (20) 
2. Answer ONE question from EACH section. 
3. Write in the language in which you are being assessed. 
4. Start EACH section on a NEW page.
5. You must plan (e.g. using a mind map/diagram/flow chart/key words), edit and  proofread your work. The plan must appear BEFORE each text. 
6. All planning must be clearly indicated as such. It is advisable to draw a line  through all planning. 
7. You are strongly advised to spend approximately:
   • 80 minutes on SECTION A
   • 40 minutes on SECTION B 
   • 30 minutes on SECTION C 
8. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this  question paper. 
9. Give each response a suitable title/heading. 
10. Do NOT consider the title/heading when doing a word count.
11. Write neatly and legibly.

QUESTIONS 

SECTION A: ESSAY 
QUESTION 1 

• Write an essay of between 250 and 300 words in length on ONE of the following  topics.  
• Write down the NUMBER and TITLE of the essay you have chosen correctly,  for example 1.1 This is my journey. 
• Give your essay a suitable title if your choice is QUESTION 1.3, 1.7.1 OR 1.7.2. 
• Spend approximately 80 minutes on this section. 

1.1 This is my journey [50]
1.2 The gathering storm [50]
1.3 Write an essay that includes the following words: 'Slow down!' 
NOTE: There must be a clear link between 'Slow down!' and the rest  of your essay. [50] 
1.4 Our appearance is unimportant. It is who we are on the inside that really  matters. [50] 
1.5 Caring for the environment is everyone's responsibility. [50] 
1.6 'One book, one pen, one child, and one teacher can change the world.' – Malala Yousafzai [50] 
1.7 Choose ONE of the pictures below 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: www.google.com] [50]
1.7.2 

[Source: www.google.co.za] [50] 

TOTAL SECTION A: 50

SECTION B: LONGER TRANSACTIONAL TEXT 
QUESTION 2 

• Respond to ONE of the following longer transactional writing tasks.
• The body of your response should be between 120 and 150 words in length. Write down the NUMBER and the HEADING of the text you have chosen,  for example 2.1 FRIENDLY LETTER. 
• Pay particular attention to format, language and register. 
• Spend approximately 40 minutes on this section. 

2.1 FRIENDLY LETTER 
You spent a weekend with your best friend, who lives in another town.  You have just returned from this enjoyable weekend.  
Write a letter to your friend to thank him/her. [30]

2.2 OBITUARY 

You are the manager at a local supermarket. One of your loyal staff members  has passed away. You have been asked to write an obituary, paying tribute  to him/her.  
Write the obituary. [30]

2.3 FORMAL REPORT 
Your cellphone was recently stolen from your pocket. The police have asked  you to write a report on the incident. 
Write the report. [30]

2.4 FORMAL SPEECH 
You are the chairperson of a local sports club. The club is planning several  fundraising events to upgrade its facilities. You have been asked to deliver a  speech to the club members, motivating them to support these events.  
Write the speech. [30]

TOTAL SECTION B: 30

SECTION C: SHORTER TRANSACTIONAL TEXT  
QUESTION 3 

• Choose ONE of the following topics and write a short transactional text. 
• The body of your response should be between 80 and 100 words in length. 
• Write down the NUMBER and the HEADING of the text you have chosen,  for example 3.1 INVITATION CARD. 
• Spend approximately 30 minutes on this section. 

3.1 INVITATION CARD 
Your nephew/niece will be celebrating his/her first birthday soon. You have  been asked to write an invitation card for the party.  
Write the content of the invitation card. 
NOTE: Do NOT include illustrations or drawings. [20]

3.2 DIARY ENTRIES 
Having a driver's licence is often a requirement for employment these days.  You recently went for your driving test.  
Write TWO diary entries, expressing your feelings BEFORE and AFTER going for your test. [20] 

3.3 INSTRUCTIONS 
There is a severe shortage of water in your area. You have decided to instruct  members of your family about how they should save water.  
Write a set of instructions for your family members on how they should save  water. 
NOTE: Do NOT include illustrations or drawings. [20] 

TOTAL SECTION C: 20
GRAND TOTAL: 100