ENGLISH FIRST ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE PAPER 3
GRADE 12
NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE EXAMINATIONS
MEMORANDUM
MAY/JUNE2019

INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
These marking guidelines must be used together with the attached English FAL assessment rubrics for SECTIONS A, B and C.
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 It was too late for tears.
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 candidate 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, relevant to the topic. [50]
1.2 A true legend
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 candidate 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, relevant to the topic. [50]
1.3 Explore, experience, conquer!
Reflective/Narrative/Descriptive

• If reflective, the essay should convey emotional reactions and feelings the candidate experiences/experienced.
• If narrative, the essay must have a strong story line and an interesting ending.
• If descriptive, the candidate 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, relevant to the topic. [50]
1.4 'Show respect, even to people who do not deserve it, not as a reflection of their character, but as a reflection of yours' – Anonymous.
Argumentative/Discursive/Reflective/Narrative

• 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 his/her 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.
• 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, relevant to the topic. [50]
1.5 'True friendship forever' only happens in the movies.
Argumentative/Discursive/Reflective/Narrative

• 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 his/her 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.
• 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, relevant to the topic. [50]
1.6 Facing the truth
Narrative/Descriptive/Reflective/ Discursive/Argumentative

• If narrative, the essay must have a strong story line and an interesting ending.
• If descriptive, the candidate should create a picture in words using as many senses as possible to make the description clear.
• If reflective, the essay should convey emotional reactions and feelings the candidate experiences/experienced.
• If discursive, the arguments for and against must be well-balanced and clearly analysed in the essay. The candidate must provide supporting evidence for his/her arguments. The candidate may come to a particular conclusion at the end of the essay, which should include recommendations.
• 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.

NOTE: A candidate may write an essay which contains elements of more than one type of essay/any other essay type, relevant to the topic. [50]
1.7 Interpretation of pictures

• The candidate should give the essay a suitable title.
• The candidate may interpret the pictures in any relevant way.
• The candidate may choose to write any type of essay, relevant to the topic.
• The interpretation must be linked to the picture.
• The candidate may write in any appropriate tense.

1.7.1 Picture: Knotted rope

• Literal interpretations: Contexts in which such a rope can be used for tying, binding.
• Figurative interpretations: trapped, complications, no way out, captivity, a sign of infinity. [50]

1.7.2 Picture: A woman and a boy at a water tap

• Literal interpretations: life in a rural area, poverty, the importance/scarcity of water.
• Figurative interpretations: memorable experiences, harmonious relationships, the role of women, the joys of childhood. [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 LETTER TO THE PRESS
A letter to the editor about the shocking state of the hospital.

• Allow for acceptable variations in the format e.g. addresses.
• The letter should be addressed to the editor of a newspaper.
• The letter should have an introduction, a body and a conclusion.
• The tone and register of the letter must be formal.
• The following aspects of format must be included:
• Address of sender
• Date
• Recipient (The editor)
  
  • Address of newspaper
  • Greeting/Salutation
  • Subject line
  • Suitable ending
  • Signature
  • Name of sender
• The following information should be included in the letter, among others:
  
  • Details of the visit to the hospital
  • Expression of views and feelings about the state of the hospital
  • Suggestions about ways in which conditions at this hospital can be improved. [30]

2.2 OBITUARY
A neighbour 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 (spouse, children) and their names
  • Date, time and place of funeral
• The following information may be included:
  • Biographical information
  • Cause of death.
• The obituary must pay tribute to the deceased. [30]

2.3 REPORT
A report on absenteeism

• The report must include:
  • A topic
  • A recipient
  • A sender
• Reasons for his/her absenteeism [30]

2.4 SPEECH
Speech at a school assembly

• The speech should be written using a suitable salutation/greeting.
• The tone and register should be appropriate for the audience.
• The speech must include the following:
  • an introduction that captures the listener's attention
  • well-developed points
  • a suitable conclusion. [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 attached 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 INVITATION CARD
An invitation to a wedding.

• The invitation must include the following aspects:
  • Date, venue and time
  • Type of function
• The following may be included:
  • Dress code
  • RSVP
• Language should be suited to the context.
• Full sentences are not necessary.

NOTE: Do not award marks for illustrations or drawings. [20]
3.2 DIARY ENTRIES
The candidate's feelings WHEN arriving at the shelter for the homeless and AFTER leaving the shelter.

• There MUST be TWO diary entries with two different times/dates.
• The entries should express the candidate's feelings upon arrival and after their visit to the shelter for the homeless.
• 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 INSTRUCTIONS
Instructions on how to lead a healthy lifestyle

• The instructions may be in point or paragraph form.
• Instructions must be in a logical sequence.

NOTE: Do not award marks for illustrations or drawings. [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]