English First Additional Language
Paper 3 (P3)
Grade 12 (questions)
Nsc Past Papers And Memos
September 2016

INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION 

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections:
   SECTION A: Essay (50 marks)
   SECTION B: Longer Transactional Text (30 marks)
   SECTION C: Shorter Transactional Text (20 marks)
2. Answer ONE question from EACH section.
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 / diagram / flow chart / key words, etc.), edit and proofread your work. The plan must appear BEFORE each text.
6. All planning must be clearly indicated as such and handed in. It is advisable to  draw a line through all planning.
7. You are strongly advised to spend approximately: 
   • 80 minutes on SECTION A
   • 40 minutes on SECTION B
   • 30 minutes on SECTION C
8. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this  question paper.
9. Write down the title/heading of your response in each section. 10. The title/heading must NOT be considered when doing a word count. 11. Write neatly and legibly.

QUESTIONS

SECTION A: ESSAY 
QUESTION 1 

• Write an essay of between 250 and 300 words in length (1 to 1½ pages) on  ONE of the following topics.
• Write down the number and title of your essay correctly, for example
  1.1 The negative side of South African youth culture
• Give your own title if your choice is QUESTION 1.7.1 OR 1.7.2.
• Spend approximately 80 minutes on this section. 

1.1 The negative side of South African youth culture [50]

OR 

1.2 Living positively in challenging times [50]

OR 

1.3 We can escape the cycle of death and disease in South Africa.  Do you agree? [50] 

OR 

1.4 What I imagine the world would be like in 30 years. [50]

OR 

1.5 Is the culture of human rights being abused by South Africans? Discuss your views. [50] 

OR 

1.6 Betrayal (being sold out to an enemy) at the hands of a trusted friend [50]

OR

1.7 Choose ONE of the following pictures and write an essay on a topic that comes  to mind. Write the question number (1.7.1 OR 1.7.2) and give your essay a  suitable title. 
NOTE: There must be a clear link between your essay and the picture you  have chosen. 

1.7.1                      [50] 
             [Source: wakanow.files.wordpress.com] 

OR

1.7.2             [50] 

            [Source: conservationmagazine.org] 

TOTAL SECTION A: 50

SECTION B: LONGER TRANSACTIONAL TEXT 
QUESTION 2 

• Respond to ONE of the following transactional writing tasks.
• The body of your response should be between 120 and 150 words in length.
• Write down the number and the title of the text you have chosen, for example 2.1 Dialogue
• Pay particular attention to format, language, register and audience. ∙ Spend approximately 40 minutes on this section. 

2.1 DIALOGUE 
One of your friends is facing disciplinary action for an act of gross disrespect to a teacher and a few other learners. 
Write out the dialogue between yourself and your friend in which he/she  shows regret for his/her action and is willing to change his/her behaviour. 
NOTE: Use the dialogue format. [30] OR 

2.2 AGENDA AND MINUTES OF MEETING 
An RCL meeting (Representative Council of Learners) was held at your  school to discuss the problem of the destruction of property and acts of  vandalism to your school buildings and grounds. 
Write out the agenda and minutes of the meeting in which the problems were  discussed and solutions given. [30] 

OR

2.3 OBITUARY 
A well-known businessman/woman from your community has passed away  after a long illness. 
Write an obituary in which you point out how he/she contributed towards  your community starting small businesses. You should also pay tribute to  him/her. [30] 

OR 

2.4 FORMAL LETTER 
Recently you boarded a bus from Pretoria to your destination. Some of your  luggage was damaged and a few items got lost. 
Write a letter to the bus company in which you complain about the damage  to your luggage and ask for compensation for the loss you have suffered. [30] 

TOTAL SECTION B: 30

SECTION C: SHORTER TRANSACTIONAL TEXT 
QUESTION 3 

• Choose ONE of the following topics and write a short text.
• The body of your response should be between 80 and 100 words in length.
• Write down the number and the title of the text you have chosen, for example: 3.1 Poster
• Spend approximately 30 minutes on this section. 

3.1 ADVERTISEMENT 
You have the ambition to serve in a leadership role at your school. And with  RCL elections (Representative Council of Learners) about to take place you  feel your time has come. 
Design an advertisement in which you appeal to other learners to vote for you  so that you get a chance to show your leadership skills. [20] 

OR 

3.2 POSTCARD 
Recently you went on a short holiday to a coastal city. The holiday was  sponsored by a local company that takes keen interest in youth empowerment  programmes. 
Write out a postcard in which you reflect on your wonderful experiences while  on holiday. [20] 

OR 

3.3 INSTRUCTIONS 
South Africa is experiencing severe water shortages at the moment. In about  30 years, disruptions to the water supply we have now could become more  serious. 
Taking this into consideration, write down seven tips or more on how to save  water. [20] 

TOTAL SECTION C: 20 
GRAND TOTAL: 100