GRADE 12 PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION

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1 ENGLISH FAL PAPER 1 GRADE 12 PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION 05 September :00 This memorandum consists of 9 pages.

2 SECTION A: COMPREHENSION QUESTION 1: READING FOR MEANING AND UNDERSTANDING INSTRUCTIONS FOR MARKING THE COMPREHENSION When marking the comprehension section, markers should remember that for the candidates the focus is on understanding. Therefore, incorrect spelling and language errors should not be penalised, unless these errors change the meaning and the understanding of the answers. Please indicate such errors by circling or underlining. No half marks are awarded. If a learner uses words from any other language, these words must be ignored. If the rest of the answer still makes sense, the learner must be awarded the marks. However, if a word from another language is used in a text and is required as part of an answer, the abovementioned will not apply. No marks should be awarded for YES/NO/AGREE/DISAGREE/TRUE/FALSE only. The substantiation is what should be considered. When the answer requires a single word/phrase, but the learner answers in a full sentence, a mark may only be awarded if the learner underlined the word/phrase. When two/three facts/points are required and the learner gives more than the required amount, mark only the first two/three. Accept dialectal variations. If the question asks for a quote and no quotation marks are used, the answer is incorrect. Where a learner gives two answers and the first answer is wrong, mark the first answer. If answers are incorrectly numbered, mark according to the memo. If, however, this occurs towards the beginning of a section, do not penalise the candidate for all the incorrect answers. Penalise once (i.e. where the numbering mistake was made the first time) and ignore the rest of the incorrect numbers if the answers follow the correct sequence and the marker can clearly see that the candidate just made the one numbering mistake. Page 2 of 9

3 QUESTION 1 TEXT A Outdoors, nature (2) B restore (1) They serve as distractions / so when there is no access to them, more time can be spent with the family. (2) [Accept any other cogent answer linked to the text.] A lovely time or party. (2) 1.3 Although one has an initial expense buying camping equipment, they need to be bought only once and can then be used again and again. / All other accommodation is much more expensive and has to be paid for every time. / One usually drives to a campsite, thus one can save on more expensive forms of travel too. / (Any TWO answers) [NO marks are awarded if candidate quoted.] (2) 1.4 One can sleep outside in a sleeping bag. (2) 1.5 Yes. Without some knowledge of the stars or birds one may see them, but will not really understand them. / Stargazing and birdwatching have to do with identifying and recognising stars and birds respectively. [Give credit for answers that differ but are well substantiated.] [No marks are awarded for only YES/NO.] (2) Finding water to drink / Being able to build a shelter / Being able to make a fire without matches / Food acquisition / Signalling skills. [Accept any TWO relevant answer that has to do with survival.] (2) instil (or other correct word that fits into the context of the sentence).(1) The statements are based on the author s opinion. Although it may be likely, there is no guarantee that camping kids will either learn to love nature and learn survival skills, or that one will be able to enjoy solitude and quiet. [Accept any other cogent and relevant answer.] (2) 1.7 To refresh one s mind/spiritual health/emotional health / Physical health/to get fit (2) [Any ONE advantage/benefit answered in a full sentence for 2 marks.] Page 3 of 9

4 1.8. True. The next time you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy a tranquil weekend in the midst of nature, go camping. [Marks can only be awarded if the quote is correct.] (2) 1.9 This is an open-ended question. [Award two marks for a proper substantiation and an answer that is relevant and cogent.] (2) TEXT B 1.10 The effort required to keep on pronouncing the th sound may cause people to lose their teeth/dentures. (2) That English pronunciation is difficult/requires skill/practice. (2) This is an open-ended question. [To obtain 2 marks, a candidate must provide a relevant opinion substantiated with a good example of pronunciation in English that is either difficult or easy depending on the candidate s opinion.] (2) TOTAL SECTION A: 30 Page 4 of 9

5 SECTION B: SUMMARY QUESTION 2 Marking the summary The summary should be marked as follows: Mark allocation 7 marks for 7 points (1 mark per main point) 3 marks for language Total marks: 10 Distribution of language marks when candidate has not quoted verbatim 1 3 points correct: award 1 mark 4 5 points correct: award 2 marks 6 7 points correct: award 3 marks Distribution of language marks when candidate has quoted verbatim 6 7 quotes award no language mark 1 5 quotes award 1 language mark NOTE: The facts must be coherent, i.e. they must make sense to the marker. Summaries that are short but contain all the required main points should not be penalised. Even if the summary is presented in the incorrect format, it must be assessed. Markers are required to verify the number of words used. If the word limit is exceeded, mark up to 70 words and ignore the rest of the summary. Marks may not be deducted if the candidate fails to indicate the number of words, if the number is indicated incorrectly or if bullets are used. Abbreviations should not be used but should they appear in the summary, they must be counted as the number of the words they present. Page 5 of 9

6 Quote 1. Go fast and light in all but deep snow or thick mud. 2. A thin layer helps absorb moisture from your feet and reduces friction and the likelihood of blistering. 3. As with socks, layering clothing is key to staying warm. 4. All major outdoor clothing manufacturers have several weights of softshells 5. Softshells are ideal when it s windy, cold and dry, but they re not a good choice for backpacking trips in wet weather. 6. At the end of the day, you take off a wet rain jacket and still have a dry fleece. 7. Up to 40 percent of body heat is lost through your head, so put on a hat. Also, wear a Buff or equivalent when hiking, which serves as a beanie, scar or mask in the cold. Possible own words 1. Use light hiking boots except for mud and snow. 2. A thin sock layer will reduce friction and blistering. 3. Layer your clothes, starting with an insulating layer, then fleece, then a waterproof jacket. 4. Different kinds of soft shells are available for adventure sports. 5. Soft shells are versatile but expensive and not good for wet weather. 6. A rain jacket will keep you dry. 7. Wear a hat and a Buff. TOTAL SECTION B: [10] Page 6 of 9

7 SECTION C: LANGUAGE IN CONTEXT QUESTION 3: ANALYSING AN ADVERTISEMENT 3.1 It is intended for women. The internationally accepted sign indicates that the jackets are designed for women. (2) The two jackets in the middle of the picture. (1) They attract the reader s attention immediately being in the middle of the picture/bigger than the rest of the detail in the picture. [Any reasonable and relevant motivation.] (2) 3.3. The dash ( ) (1) 3.4 The product that is advertised is highly specialised outdoor apparel and the information given is essential for a hiker to ensure that he/she buys what is needed for the specific conditions. [Accept other relevant and cogent answer.] (2) 3.5 Inspired by life. (2) [10] Page 7 of 9

8 QUESTION 4: ANALYSING A CARTOON TEXT E 4.1 Boone wants to please Benny, therefore he agrees to a dangerous activity against his better judgment. (2) 4.2 C (Impulsive) (2) 4.3 No, Benny knew that Boone did not tell him to hang on to the tree. His action was prompted because he became fearful and realized that Boone had been right: it was too dangerous to go down the rapids. [NO marks if explanation is not provided.] (2) TEXT F 4.4 It is hard work to make a fire by rubbing sticks together and the method is not always effective ; The boy is still young and inexperienced at starting a fire without matches. [Accept any cogent and relevant answer.] (1) 4.5 The boy is already so warm from struggling to get the fire started that he does not feel he needs a fire anymore./the effort of trying to get the fire started has made him to feel warm. [Accept a relevant and cogent answer.] (2) 4.6 The older man s face could show him feeling discouraged/disheartened OR relaxed and patient while waiting for the boy to start his fire. [Open for interpretation; Accept an answer relevant to the visual text.] (1) [10] Page 8 of 9

9 QUESTION 5: LANGUAGE AND EDITING SKILLS 5.1 countless (1) 5.2 we ll (1) 5.3 galaxies (1) 5.4 potentially (1) 5.5 After a good meal, they lie down for the night and go to sleep. (2) 5.6 Watson didn t (did not) ponder for a moment. (2) 5.7 Our tent has been stolen (by someone). (2) 5.8 Why do I suspect that we will have a beautiful day tomorrow? OR Why does he/she suspect that they will have a beautiful day tomorrow? OR Why does he/she suspect that we will (shall) have a beautiful day tomorrow? (2) 5.9 (a) I observe that Saturn is in Leo. (1) (b) I can see that God is all powerful and that we are small and insignificant. (1) 5.10 Watson said that he suspected that they would have a beautiful day the next day. (2) 5.11 B uninterrupted view (1) Verb (1) observation (1) [ONE mark awarded if candidate used the word observation in a sentence correctly and clearly showing the meaning of the word.] (1) [20] TOTAL SECTION C: 40 GRAND TOTAL: 80 Page 9 of 9