ENGLISH FIRST ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE
PAPER 3
GRADE 12 
NSC EXAMS
PAST PAPERS AND MEMOS NOVEMBER 2018

INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION 
This memorandum must be used together with the attached English FAL assessment  rubrics for SECTIONS A, B and C. 

MEMORANDUM 

SECTION A: ESSAY 
QUESTION 1 
Instructions to Markers: 

• Candidates are required to write on ONE topic only.
• The ideas listed below the topics are only some ways in which the topic could be  interpreted.
• Full credit must be given for the candidate's own interpretation.
• Marking must be objective. Give credit for relevant ideas. 
• Use the 50-mark assessment rubric to mark the essays. The texts produced by  candidates must be assessed according to the following criteria as set out in the  assessment rubric:
  • Content and planning (30 marks)
  • Language, style and editing (15 marks)
  • Structure (5 marks) 

NOTE: 

• Adhere to the length of between 250 and 300 words as prescribed in the CAPS document. However, should the maximum word count be reached mid-sentence,  read to the end of that sentence.
• No additional penalties may be imposed as the rubric itself imposes penalties.  

1.1 Everything was going according to plan when … 
Narrative/Reflective/Descriptive 

• If narrative, the essay must have a strong story line and an interesting  ending. 
• If reflective, the essay should convey emotional reactions and feelings the  candidate experiences/experienced.
• If descriptive, the writer should create a picture in words using as many  senses as possible to make the description clear.
  NOTE: A candidate may write an essay which contains elements of more  than one type of essay/any other essay type. [50]

1.2 'We can change the world and make it a better place. It is in your hands  to make a difference.' – Nelson Mandela 
Reflective/Argumentative/Discursive/Narrative  

• If reflective, the essay should convey emotional reactions and feelings the  candidate experiences/experienced.
• If argumentative, the essay must reflect a specific argument or viewpoint  for or against the topic. The candidate should give a range of arguments  to support his/her view. The conclusion should be a strong, clear and  convincing statement of the writer's opinion.
• If discursive, the arguments for and against must be well-balanced and clearly analysed in the essay. The candidate must provide supporting  evidence for arguments. The candidate may come to a particular  conclusion at the end of the essay, which should include  recommendations. 
• If narrative, the essay must have a strong story line and an interesting  ending. 
  NOTE: A candidate may write an essay which contains elements of more  than one type of essay/any other essay type. [50] 

1.3 Hidden treasure 
Descriptive/Narrative/Reflective 

• If descriptive, the candidate should create a picture in words using as  many senses as possible to make the description clear.
• If narrative, the essay must have a strong story line and an interesting  ending. 
• If reflective, the essay should convey emotional reactions and feelings the  candidate experiences/experienced.
  NOTE: A candidate may write an essay which contains elements of more  than one type of essay/any other essay type. [50]

1.4 'Go for it now. The future is promised to no-one.' – Dr Wayne Dyer
Reflective/Argumentative/Discursive/Narrative  

• If reflective, the essay should convey emotional reactions and feelings the  candidate experiences/experienced.
• If argumentative, the essay must reflect a specific argument or viewpoint  for or against the topic. The candidate should give a range of arguments  to support his/her view. The conclusion should be a strong, clear and  convincing statement of the writer's opinion.
• If discursive, the arguments for and against must be well-balanced and  clearly analysed in the essay. The candidate must provide supporting  evidence for arguments. The candidate may come to a particular  conclusion at the end of the essay, which should include  recommendations. 
• If narrative, the essay must have a strong story line and an interesting  ending. 
  NOTE: A candidate may write an essay which contains elements of more  than one type of essay/any other essay type. [50] 

1.5 You do not need someone else's approval to feel good about yourself. 
Argumentative/ Discursive/Reflective 

• If argumentative, the essay must convey a specific argument or viewpoint  for or against the topic. The candidate should give a range of arguments  to support his/her view. The conclusion should be a strong, clear and  convincing statement of the writer's opinion. 
• If discursive, the arguments for and against must be well-balanced and  clearly analysed in the essay. The candidate must provide supporting  evidence for arguments. The candidate may come to a particular  conclusion at the end of the essay, which should include  recommendations. 
• If reflective, the essay should convey emotional reactions and feelings the  candidate experiences/experienced.
  NOTE: A candidate may write an essay which contains elements of more  than one type of essay/any other essay type. [50]

1.6 Beyond these walls 
Descriptive/Narrative/Reflective  

• If descriptive, the candidate should create a picture in words using as  many senses as possible to make the description clear.
• If narrative, the essay must have a strong story line and an interesting  ending. 
• If reflective, the essay should convey emotional reactions and feelings the  candidate experiences/experienced.
  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 
The candidate: 

• must give the essay a suitable title.
• may interpret the pictures in any way, relevant to the picture.
• may choose to write any type of essay, relevant to the picture.
• must link the interpretation to the picture.
• may write in any appropriate tense. 

1.7.1 Picture: Computer 
Narrative/Descriptive/Reflective/Argumentative/Discursive 

• Literal interpretations: Communicating electronically, use of  computers, working in an office, electronic learning. 
• Figurative interpretations: the effects of technology on our lives, modern life, the world of work. [50]

1.7.2 Picture: Lion 
Narrative/Descriptive/Reflective/Argumentative/Discursive 

• Literal interpretations: lions as an endangered species, king of  the jungle, wildlife.
• Figurative interpretations: survival of the fittest, law of the jungle, power, fear. [50]

TOTAL SECTION A: 50

SECTION B: LONGER TRANSACTIONAL TEXT 
QUESTION 2 
Instructions to Markers: 

• Candidates are required to answer ONE question.
• Marking must be objective. Give credit for relevant ideas.
• Use the 30-mark assessment rubric to mark the responses in this section. The  texts produced by candidates must be assessed according to the following criteria  as set out in the assessment rubric: 
  • Content, planning and format (18 marks) 
  • Language, style and editing (12 marks) 

NOTE: 

• Adhere to the length of between 120 and 150 words as prescribed in the CAPS document. However, should the maximum word count be reached mid-sentence,  read to the end of that sentence.
• No additional penalties may be imposed as the rubric itself imposes penalties. 

2.1 DIALOGUE 
A conversation between siblings.  

• A brief context must be provided at the beginning of the dialogue. 
• The dialogue must be between the siblings.  
• The tone must be informal.
• The following aspects of the dialogue format must be included: 
  • The names of the speakers written on the left side of the page.
  • A colon after the name of the character who is speaking. 
  • A new line to indicate each new speaker. 
  •  Where necessary, actions must be given in brackets before the  words are spoken. [30] 

2.2 OBITUARY 
A learner has recently passed away.  

• The tone must be formal.
• The following aspects of format must be included:
  • Full name of the deceased
  • Date of birth
  • Date of death
  • Birthplace
  • Where the person was living at the time of death
  • Key survivors (e.g. parents, siblings) and their names
• The following information may be included:
  • Date, time and place of funeral
  • Biographical information
  • Cause of death. 
• The obituary must pay tribute to the deceased. [30]

2.3 NEWSPAPER ARTICLE 
An article for a community newspaper. 

• The article must have a suitable heading.
• Paragraphs should not be too long. 
• The style should be personal, addressing the reader.
• The language may be formal.
• The article should be stimulating to the reader/encourage the reader to  recycle.
• The article must provide the reader with suggestions on how residents  can recycle at home. [30] 

2.4 FORMAL LETTER 
Complaint to the manager. 

• Allow for acceptable variations of the format, e.g. addresses.
• The letter must be addressed to the manager of the store.
• The tone and register of the letter must be formal.
• The letter must include an introduction, a body and a conclusion.
• The following aspects of format must be included: 
  • Address of sender
  • Date
  • Recipient: The Manager
  • Address of recipient
  • Greeting/Salutation
  • Subject line
  • Suitable ending
  • Signature 
  • Name of sender
• The following information must be included in the letter, among others: 
  • Details about the purchase of the garment
  • Dissatisfaction with the service [30]

TOTAL SECTION B: 30 

SECTION C: SHORTER TRANSACTIONAL TEXT 
QUESTION 3 
Instructions to Markers:  

• Candidates are required to answer ONE question.
• Marking must be objective. Give credit for relevant ideas.
• Use the 20-mark assessment rubric to mark the responses in this section. The  texts produced by candidates must be assessed according to the following criteria  as set out in the assessment rubric: 
  • Content, planning and format (12 marks)
  • Language, style and editing (8 marks) 

NOTE: 

•  Adhere to the length of between 80 and 100 words as prescribed in the CAPS  document. However, should the maximum word count be reached mid-sentence,  read to the end of that sentence.
• No additional penalties may be imposed as the rubric itself imposes penalties. 

3.1 FLYER 
Service to the elderly 

• The following aspects should be included in the flyer, among others:
  • Eye-catching headline or slogan
  • Catchy words and phrases 
  • Sufficient details of services offered
  • Contact details of the person offering the service 
• The language may be formal or informal but not slang or colloquial.
  NOTE: Do NOT award marks for illustrations or drawings. [20]

3.2 DIARY ENTRIES 
The candidate's feelings BEFORE and AFTER informing his/her family of the  decision taken. 

• There MUST be TWO diary entries with two different dates/times. 
• The entries must express the candidate's feelings before and after informing his/her family. 
• The diary entries should be written in the first person.
• The language should be simple and informal.
• The tone must reflect suitable emotions. [20]

3.3 DIRECTIONS 
Directions to the clinic 

• The directions may be in either point or paragraph form. 
• Complete sentences are not necessary. 
• Directions must be in the correct chronological order. 
• Approximate distance, turns and landmarks must be included.
  NOTE: Do NOT award marks for illustrations. [20] 

TOTAL SECTION C: 20
GRAND TOTAL: 100

ASSESSMENT RUBRIC FOR ESSAY – FIRST ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE [50 MARKS]

ASSESSMENT RUBRIC FOR LONGER TRANSACTIONAL TEXT – FIRST ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE [30 MARKS]

ASSESSMENT RUBRIC FOR SHORTER TRANSACTIONAL TEXT – FIRST ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE [20 MARKS]