ENGLISH HOME LANGUAGE PAPER 3
GRADE 12
NOVEMBER 2020
NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE

INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION

1. This question paper consists of TWO sections:
   SECTION A: Essay (50)
   SECTION B: Transactional Texts (2 x 25) (50)
2. Answer ONE question from SECTION A and TWO questions from SECTION B.
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/a diagram/a flow chart/key words), edit and proofread your work. The plan must appear BEFORE the answer.
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 your time as follows:
   SECTION A: approximately 80 minutes
   SECTION B: approximately 70 (2 x 35) minutes
8. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
9. The title/heading must NOT be included when doing a word count.
10. Write neatly and legibly.

SECTION A: ESSAY
QUESTION 1
Write an essay of 400–450 words (2–2½ pages) on ONE of the following topics. Write down the NUMBER and TITLE/HEADING of your essay.
1.1 The past still haunts them. [50]
1.2 Modern trends have replaced cultural beliefs and practices. [50]
1.3 'When we came to it
We, the people, have the power to fashion for this earth
A climate where every man and every woman
Can live freely without crippling fear.'
[Adapted from Maya Angelou] [50]
1.4 Impossible possibilities [50]
1.5 However long the night, dawn will break.
[African proverb] [50]
1.6 The pictures reproduced below and on page 4 may evoke a reaction or feeling in you or stir your imagination.
Select ONE picture and write an essay in response. Write the question number (1.6.1, 1.6.2 or 1.6.3) of your choice and give your essay a title.
NOTE: There must be a clear link between your essay and the picture you have chosen.
1.6.1
[50]
1.6.2
[50]
1.6.3
[50]
TOTAL SECTION A: 50

SECTION B: TRANSACTIONAL TEXTS
QUESTION 2

• Respond to TWO of the following topics.
• The body of each of your answers should be 180–200 words (20–25 lines) in length.
• Pay careful attention to the following:
• Audience, register, tone and style
• Choice of words and language structure
• Format
• Write down the NUMBER and TITLE/HEADING of the text you have chosen, e.g. 2.1 Informal Letter.

2.1 INFORMAL LETTER
Write a letter to a relative, encouraging him/her to accept an unwanted family heirloom.
[25]

2.2 DIALOGUE

You visited your local restaurant and were surprised that dogs were allowed into the establishment.
Write the dialogue that ensues between you and the owner of the restaurant
[25]

2.3 SPEECH
There has been an upsurge in the delinquency of a group of young people in your community. As a famous rap artist/singer who was raised in your community, you wish to dispel the perception that all young people are social misfits.
Write the speech that you would deliver to angry residents, at a community gathering.
[25]

2.4 MAGAZINE ARTICLE

As a journalist for the youth magazine, FACE-UP, you have been assigned to write an article on: The Rise of the Selfie.
Write the magazine article.[
25]

2.5 OBITUARY
A doctor, who has dedicated his/her life to the selfless service of humanity in your community, has died.
Write his/her obituary.
[25]

2.6 FORMAL LETTER
Local matches of your favourite sport will only be screened on the pay channel.
Write a letter to the public broadcaster expressing your views.
[25]

TOTAL SECTION B: 50
GRAND TOTAL: 100