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

INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION 
This memorandum must be used together with the attached English FAL  Assessment Rubrics for SECTIONS A, B and C.
NOTE: All pieces of writing should be read at least TWICE during assessment,  once for content and once for language respectively. Errors have to be  indicated in your second reading. 

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 topics could  be interpreted. Full credit must be given for the candidates’ own interpretation.
• 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: No additional penalties may be imposed as the rubric itself imposes  penalties. If a candidate exceeds the word limit, read up to TEN words  above the upper limit and ignore the rest. 
1.1 The negative side of South African youth culture 

Narrative/Descriptive/Reflective 
The following must be considered: 

• • If narrative, a strong storyline must be evident in which a series of events  leads to a positive outcome. There must be a logical sequence of tense.
  • If descriptive, there must be a vivid description of an experience/incident.
  • If reflective, there must be a personal account of thought processes and  feelings/emotions. [50]

1.2 Living positively in challenging times 

Narrative/Descriptive/Reflective 
The following must be considered: 

• • If narrative, a strong storyline must be evident in which a series of events  leads to a positive outcome. There must be a logical sequence of tense.
  • If descriptive, there must be a vivid description of an experience/incident.
  • If reflective, there must be a personal account of thought processes and  feelings/emotions. [50]

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

Argumentative 
The following must be considered: 

• • The essay must offer one distinct opinion, therefore the essay must be  either FOR OR AGAINST the topic given.
  • There should be a clear defence/motivation/argument for the position  taken. [50] 

1.4 What I imagine the world would be like in 30 years 

Descriptive/Reflective 
The following must be considered: 

• • If descriptive, there must be a vivid description of an experience/incident.
  • If reflective, there must be a personal account of thought processes and  feelings/emotions. [50] 

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

Discursive/Reflective 
The following must be considered: 

• • If discursive, a balanced view of both sides of the statement must be  reflected. Opposing views must be presented impartially.
  • If reflective, there must be a personal account of thought processes and  feelings/emotions. [50] 

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

Descriptive/Narrative/Reflective 
The following must be considered: 

• • If descriptive, there must be a vivid description of an incident/experience  to illustrate the statement.
  • If narrative, a strong storyline illustrating the statement must be evident in  which a series of events are shown. There must be a logical sequence of  tense.
  • If reflective, there must be a personal account of thought processes and  feelings/emotions. [50]

1.7 Interpretation of pictures 

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

1.7.1 Picture: old and torn shoes/boots 

The writer may interpret the picture in the following ways, among others: 

• • Literal interpretation: poverty and deprivation, destitution, being  desperate for things etc.
  • Figurative interpretations: life experiences, challenges in life,  culmination of one’s life struggles etc. [50]

1.7.2 Picture: A ‘No Entry’ road sign 

The writer of the essay may interpret the pictures in the following  ways, among others: 

• • Literal interpretations: ignoring road rules, accidents, how to  reduce road fatalities in SA etc.
  • Figurative interpretations: constraints, limitations in life, barriers to  success, being deprived of opportunities etc. [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: No additional penalties may be imposed as the rubric itself imposes  penalties. 

2.1 DIALOGUE 

• The tone must be informal
• The following ideas may be explored, among others: 
  • A brief scenario (context) must be sketched before the speakers  start speaking. 
  • The names of speakers must appear on the left-hand side of the  page.
  • A colon must appear after the name of each speaker. 
  • A new line must be used to indicate each speaker.
  • Stage directions (tone of voice, actions etc.) must be written in  brackets, if applicable.
• The following ideas may be explored, among others:
  • The friend must show regret for his/her actions.
  • He/she must be willing to change his/her behaviour. [30] ∙ 

2.2 AGENDA AND MINUTES OF MEETING 

• The language and register should be appropriate to the audience of  the meeting.
• The agenda and minutes should be arranged separately.
• The items in agenda should correlate with those in minutes.
• Minutes should be relevant to the occasion (should address the  specific content of the meeting).
• A logical and appropriate arrangement of items should be evident.
• Full sentences are not necessary. [30] 

2.3 OBITUARY 

• The tone must be formal.
• The following aspects of format should be included:
  • Full name of the deceased
  • Date of birth 
  • Date of death
• The following information may also be included: 
  • Birth place
  • Where the person was living at the time of death
  • Key survivors
  • Biographical information
• Content should include the following, among others:
  • Contribution to community’s small businesses
  • A tribute must also be paid to the deceased [30]

2.4 FORMAL LETTER 

• The letter should be addressed to the bus company.
• The tone and register should be formal.
• The following aspects of format should be included:
  • Address of sender
  • Date
  • Address of recipient
  • Greeting
  • Subject line
  • Suitable ending
  • Signature/name of sender
• The following information should be included, among others:
  • Complaint about damaged luggage
  • Asking for compensation for loss. [30] ∙ 

TOTAL SECTION B: 30

SECTION C: SHORTER TEXT TRANSACTIONAL/REFERENTIAL/ INFORMATIONAL 
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 the candidates should 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: No additional penalties may be imposed as the rubric itself imposes  penalties. 

3.1 ADVERTISEMENT 

The following information must be included, among others: 

• • Persuasive language and catchy phrases should be used.
  • Provide adequate information regarding the person to be voted for.
  • Promises relating to service to be provided may be included.
  • An appeal for support should be evident (to become RCL member)
  • No marks are awarded for illustrations. [20] 

3.2 POSTCARD 

• The language (including salutation and ending/conclusion) can be  informal and colloquial but should not include slang expression.
• Complete sentences are not required.
• The content must be brief but informative.
• The following details about content should be included, among  others: 
  • Wonderful holiday experiences
• Do not award marks for illustrations [20]

3.3 INSTRUCTIONS 

• Instructions may be in point or paragraph form.
• Numbers or bullets may be used to indicate each new instruction.
• The language should be clear and instructive.
• Candidates may also choose to write each instruction on a new line or  leave lines between instructions.
• Complete sentences are not necessary.
• Details about content should include the following, among others:
  • Tips on how to save water [20] 

TOTAL SECTION C: 20 
GRAND TOTAL 100

SECTION A: RUBRIC FOR ASSESSING ESSAY FIRST ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE [50 marks] 

• Always use the rubric when marking the creative essay (Paper 3, Section A).
• The marks from 0–50 have been divided into 5 major level descriptors.
• In the Content, Language and Style criteria, each of the five level descriptors is divided into an upper and a lower level sub-category with the applicable mark range and descriptors.
• Structure is not affected by the upper level and lower level division.

 SECTION B: ASSESSMENT RUBRIC FOR LONGER TRANSACTIONAL TEXT FIRST ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE [30 MARKS]

SECTION C: ASSESSMENT RUBRIC FOR SHORTER TRANSACTIONAL FIRST TEXT ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE [20 MARKS]