DESIGN
PAPER 1
GRADE 12 
AMENDED SCE PAST PAPERS AND MEMOS
MAY/JUNE 2018

INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION 

1. This question paper consists of SIX questions. 
2. There are three choice questions in this question paper. Read the options  carefully. 
3. This question paper consists of THREE sections:
   SECTION A: Design literacy (30 marks) 
   QUESTIONS 1 to 3
   SECTION B: Design history (30 marks)
   QUESTION 4
   SECTION C: Design in a sociocultural/environmental and sustainable  context (40 marks)
   QUESTIONS 5 and 6 
4. Read the requirements of each question carefully. 
5. Answer in full sentences and avoid the listing of facts. Do NOT answer in  tabular form. 
6. Use the mark allocation to determine the time to be spent on each question.
7. Do NOT repeat the same facts and examples in different questions. 
8. Write neatly and legibly.

QUESTIONS 

SECTION A: DESIGN LITERACY 
QUESTION 1: 'UNSEEN' EXAMPLES 
Answer EITHER QUESTION 1.1 OR QUESTION 1.2. 
1.1

FIGURE A: Bronze, Copper and Turquoise Pendant by Mike Edelman (Maryland, USA), 2016. 
Discuss FIGURE A by referring to the following: 

• Use of material(s) 
• Possible inspiration(s) 
• Form 
• Focal point 
• Colour (5 x 2) [10]

OR
1.2

FIGURE B: Heraldic Mielie Pattern Wallpaper design by Quagga  (South Africa), 2012. 
Analyse the use of the following in FIGURE B above: 

• Line 
• Tone 
• Subject matter 
• Balance  
• Rhythm (5 x 2) [10] 

QUESTION 2: COMMUNICATION THROUGH DESIGN 

FIGURE C: Makarapa by Plan International (South Africa), 2015. 
2.1 Identify THREE symbols in FIGURE C above and discuss their possible  meanings.  (6) 
2.2 Explain the message of the poster in FIGURE C above with reference to the  term cultural diversity. (4) [10]

QUESTION 3 
Answer EITHER QUESTION 3.1 OR QUESTION 3.2. 
3.1 Refer to FIGURE D and FIGURE E below and answer the questions that follow. 

FIGURE D: Bridal Comb by Asante artist (Ghana), 1932. 

FIGURE E: Pearl Filigree Wedding Hair  Comb by Highland Angel (Scotland), 2016. 
Write an essay (at least ONE page) in which you compare FIGURE D with  FIGURE E. 
Refer to the following in your comparison: 

• Possible influences 
• Function 
• Texture 
• Pattern 
• Materials (5 x 2) [10]

OR
3.2

FIGURE F: Bacchus Temple, architect  unknown (Baalbek, Lebanon), 3rd century CE. 

Detail of Bacchus Temple, architect  unknown (Baalbek, Lebanon), 3rd century CE. 

FIGURE G: Mainz Synagogue by Manuel Hertz Architects (Germany), 2010. 

Detail of Mainz Synagogue  by Manuel Hertz Architects (Germany), 2010. 
Write an essay (at least ONE page) in which you compare the  Classical temple in FIGURE F with the contemporary synagogue (Jewish  place of worship|) in FIGURE G above. Alternatively, you may compare any  Classical building with any contemporary building that you have studied. 
Refer to the following in your comparison: 

• Function 
• Structure 
• Building materials 
• Influences  
• Decorative elements or style of the buildings (5 x 2) [10]

TOTAL SECTION A: 30

SECTION B: DESIGN HISTORY QUESTION 4 
4.1 

Choose any TWO movements from the list below that reflect the quote above. 

• Gothic 
• Renaissance 
• Baroque 
• Neoclassicism 
• Arts and Crafts 
• Art Nouveau 
• Bauhaus 
• De Stijl 
• Modernism 
• Postmodernism 
• Deconstructivism 

Write an essay (at least TWO pages) in which you discuss how EACH  movement reflects the quote above.  
Support your answer by referring to: 

• The aims and influences of EACH movement 
• The stylistic characteristics of your chosen movements 
• Refer to ONE example and designer from BOTH movements to motivate  your statements (20)

4.2

FIGURE H: Bugatti Type 57, Art Deco (Italy), 1934 to 1940. 

FIGURE I: Cadillac Eldorado, Pop Design (USA), 1959. 
Write a comparative essay (at least ONE page) in which you discuss how  FIGURE H and FIGURE I are characteristic of the design movements they  represent. 
Refer to the following to support your answer: 

• Inspiration 
• Aims 
• Line 
• Form 
• Colour (5 x 2) (10) TOTAL SECTION B: 30

SECTION C: DESIGN IN A SOCIOCULTURAL/ENVIRONMENTAL AND  SUSTAINABLE CONTEXT 
QUESTION 5 
Answer EITHER QUESTION 5.1 OR QUESTION 5.2. 
5.1 

€35 = approximately R455,00; €6,50 = R84,50 

€24 = R312,00; €6,50 = R84,50 
FIGURE J: Why You Can't Make It Rain Social Awareness Campaign  by Saatchi & Saatchi (Netherlands), 2007.
5.1.1 Explain how the social message in the posters in FIGURE J is  communicated. Refer to the following: 

• Use of imagery 
• Colour 
• Use of juxtaposition (3 x 2) (6) 

5.1.2 Write an essay (at least TWO pages) in which you discuss the  work of ONE South African contemporary designer/design group  
AND ONE international contemporary designer/design group who  address sociocultural issues in their work. 
Refer to the following in your discussion: 

• Aims that relate to the concept of sociocultural design 
• Name and discuss a designer/design group and ONE of  his/her/their products that reflects social responsibility. (14) [20] 

OR 
5.2
5.2.1 Write an essay (at least ONE page) about an indigenous traditional  craft that is practised in South Africa.  
Refer to the following in your essay: 

• The history and social functions of the traditional craft 
• Materials, methods and processes 
• A discussion of ONE example as well as the name(s) of the  indigenous cultural community or indigenous craftsperson that  produced it 
• The value of practising this craft in contemporary South Africa. (10) 

5.2.2 Write an essay (at least ONE page) on any ONE South African  contemporary designer/design group who adapts traditional craft  techniques/materials for modern usage. 
Use the following structure when answering the question:  

• Name the designer/group and his/her/their design product(s) 
• Discuss how traditional techniques/methods and material have  been applied to contemporary design and refer to specific  examples to support your statements 
• Discuss whether this/these product(s) make(s) a sociocultural  contribution 

You may NOT refer to any designer/design group that you  discussed previously or design examples that appear in this  question paper. (10) [20]

QUESTION 6 
6.1

FIGURE K: Plastic Pollution Campaign by Surfrider (Europe), 2012. The 'food' above represents sushi rolls, Japanese seafood.  
6.1.1 Discuss how the environmental warning is highlighted by the poster  in FIGURE K above. (4) 
6.1.2 Do you think that a poster campaign can be effective in bringing  about behavioural change? Substantiate. (2) 
6.2 Write an essay (at least ONE AND A HALF pages) in which you discuss the  work of ONE South African contemporary designer/design group/studio and  ONE international contemporary designer/design group/studio whose work addresses environmental/sustainable concerns.  
Refer to the following in your discussion: 

• General aims of the designer/design group/studio and his/her/their design  product(s) 
• Name ONE designer and his/her design and explain its impact on the  environment  

You may NOT refer to any designer/design group that you have discussed  previously or design examples that appear in this question paper. (14) [20] 

TOTAL SECTION C: 40
GRAND TOTAL: 100