ENGLISH HOME LANGUAGE PAPER 3
GRADE 12
NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE EXAMINATIONS
MAY/JUNE 2019

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 A misty horizon [50]
1.2 'The most powerful weapon you can be is an instrument of peace.'
[Carlos Santana] [50]
1.3 Childhood's end [50]
1.4 'Oh, what a tangled web we weave, when first we practise to deceive ...'
[Sir Walter Scott] [50]
1.5 Profile of courage [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 OBITUARY.

2.1 OBITUARY
Your friend who was a prominent environmental/social activist has passed away under tragic circumstances.
Write his/her obituary. [25]
2.2 DIALOGUE

Write the dialogue that ensues between two of the characters in the picture above. [25]
2.3 REVIEW
You recently attended a food fair, Flavours of the World.
Write a review of the food fair for publication in a tourism magazine. [25]
2.4 LETTER TO THE PRESS

The above notice is displayed in your favourite coffee shop.
Write a letter to the newspaper in which you express your views. [25]
2.5 SPEECH
After watching a documentary on the negative impact of social media on teenagers, you have decided to drive a campaign at school on using social media responsibly.
Write the speech you will deliver. [25]
2.6 FORMAL REPORT
The image below reflects the problem of homelessness in the community. You have conducted a first-hand investigation into the matter.
Write a formal report to your local councillor, including your findings and recommendations.
[25]
TOTAL SECTION B: 50
GRAND TOTAL: 100