INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION 

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections:
   SECTION A: Essay (50)
   SECTION B: Longer Transactional Text (30)
   SECTION C: Shorter Transactional Text (20)
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), edit and  proofread your work. The plan must appear BEFORE each text. 
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 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. Give each response a suitable title/heading.
10. Do NOT consider the title/heading 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 on ONE of the following  topics. 
• Write down the NUMBER and TITLE of the essay you have chosen correctly, for  example 1.1 My enemy has become my friend and … 
• 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 My enemy has become my friend and … [50]
1.2 Possibilities for me in the future [50]
1.3 Unbelievable! [50]
1.4 Doing what is right is not always popular. [50] 
1.5 ‘You cannot change the past, but you can make a difference now.’ – Avis J. Williams. [50] 
1.6 Security cameras tend to violate privacy. [50] 
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

[Source: googlepictures.com] [50] 
OR
1.7.2

[Source: googlepictures.com] [50] 
TOTAL SECTION A: 50

SECTION B: LONGER TRANSACTIONAL TEXT 
QUESTION 2 

• Respond to ONE of the following longer transactional writing texts. 
• The body of your response should be between 120 and 150 words in length. 
• Write down the NUMBER and the HEADING of the text you have chosen, for  example:

2.1 FRIENDLY LETTER. 

• Pay particular attention to format, language and register. 
• Spend approximately 40 minutes on this section. 

2.1 FRIENDLY LETTER 
You borrowed a textbook from a friend who lives very far from you. He/She had already returned home when you realised that you had not returned the book to him/her. 
Write a letter to your friend in which you apologise for your mistake and explain  how you are going to send the textbook back to him/her. [30] 

2.2 DIALOGUE 
Your sister has expressed her intention to join a girls’ soccer team, but your father/mother is not happy with her decision. Your sister has asked you to  speak to your father/mother. 
Write the conversation that took place between you and your father/mother. NOTE: Use the dialogue format. [30]

2.3 OBITUARY 
Your best friend has passed away after a short illness. His/her family has  asked you to write the obituary. 
Write the obituary to inform others about his/her death. You must also pay  tribute to him/her. [30] 

2.4 NEWSPAPER ARTICLE 
There was a service delivery protest in your city. Public property such as  government offices, vehicles were damaged.  
Write a newspaper article in which you express your dissatisfaction with the  behaviour of the protesters. Also show why it is not necessary to engage in  unacceptable behaviour when protesting. [30] 
TOTAL SECTION B: 30

SECTION C: SHORTER TRANSACTIONAL TEXT 
QUESTION 3 

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

3.1 FLYER 
You and your classmates want to raise funds to buy matric tracksuits. You have decided to sell some items. 
Write out the flyer in which you describe in detail the items you are going to  sell. 
NOTE: No marks are awarded for drawings or illustrations. [20]

3.2 DIARY ENTRIES 
You have recently been elected as the chairperson of your local cultural club.  You have to deliver an acceptance speech. 
Write TWO diary entries in which you express how you felt BEFORE and  AFTER delivering your speech. [20] 

3.3 DIRECTIONS 
Your friend who stays in another city wants to visit your local Youth Centre in  your town. 
Write out the directions from the bus terminus in your town to the Youth Centre. 
You must include landmarks, approximate distances and specific directions in  your response.  
NOTE: No marks are awarded for drawings or illustrations. [20] 

TOTAL SECTION C: 20 
GRAND TOTAL: 100