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ENGLISH HOME LANGUAGE PAPER 1
GRADE 12
SENIOR CERTIFICATE EXAMINATIONS
2016

INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION

This question paper consists of THREE sections:
SECTION A: Comprehension (30 marks)
SECTION B: Summary (10 marks)
SECTION C: Language in context (30 marks)
Read ALL the instructions carefully.
Answer ALL the questions.
Start EACH section on a NEW page.
Rule off after each section.
Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
Leave a line after each answer.
Pay special attention to spelling and sentence construction.
Suggested time allocation:
SECTION A: 50 minutes
SECTION B: 30 minutes
SECTION C: 40 minutes
Write neatly and legibly.

SECTION A: COMPREHENSION
QUESTION 1: READING FOR MEANING AND UNDERSTANDING
Read TEXTS A and B below and answer the questions set.
TEXT A

GLOSSARY:
¹artefacts: made/manufactured things
²Kindle: electronic device for reading books
AND
TEXT B

QUESTIONS: TEXT A
1.1 Provide a word from paragraph 1 which means 'a longing for the past'. (1)
1.2 State the writer's intention in paragraphs 1 and 2. (2)
1.3 Why does the writer use the first person throughout the passage? (2)
1.4 Account for the use of the expression, 'roll their eyes' in the context of paragraph 4. (2)
1.5 Suggest why the writer introduces the topic of music in paragraph 7. (2)
1.6 Refer to paragraph 8.
Critically discuss the effectiveness of the repetition of 'that news will' in the context of paragraphs 9 and 13. (3)
1.7 Does the writer contradict himself in paragraphs 10 and 11? Substantiate your answer by making close reference to the text. (3)
1.8 Discuss the implications of 'Dare I say it?' (line 55). (3)
1.9 In your opinion, is the last paragraph an effective conclusion to the article? Substantiate your answer. (3)

QUESTIONS: TEXT B
1.10 Discuss the image of the psychiatrist as presented by the cartoonist. (3)
1.11 Comment on the tone used by the man who is lying down. (3)

QUESTION: TEXTS A AND B
1.12 In your view, does TEXT B contradict or support paragraph 9 of TEXT A? Justify your response. (3)
TOTAL SECTION A: 30

SECTION B: SUMMARY
QUESTION 2: SUMMARISING IN YOUR OWN WORDS
TEXT C provides insight into the importance of self-confidence. Summarise in your own words the advantages of developing self-confidence.
NOTE:

Your summary should include SEVEN points and NOT exceed 90 words.
You must write a fluent paragraph.
You are NOT required to include a title for the summary.
Indicate your word count at the end of your summary.

TEXT C

THE IMPORTANCE OF SELF-CONFIDENCE

To achieve even the smallest of goals, and to get through life's daily duties and responsibilities, you have to have some self-confidence. Very importantly, developing a self-confident attitude allows you to wade through the push and pull of different voices and opinions. Relying on other people to guide you and following their opinions robs you of your individuality, makes you unsure of yourself and can lead to depression.
Self-confidence is an attitude that you hold about yourself and that allows you to move forward and achieve your goals. An article on self-confidence from the counselling centre at the University of Illinois defines self-confidence as having a positive attitude, but with realistic views. They note that a self-confident person has a general sense of control of her own life, and can do what she wishes, plans and expects. Self-confidence means that even if things don't go your way, you still believe that eventually, somehow, some way, they will.
Research at the University of Illinois notes that when parents play a significant role in the instilling of self-confidence in children, this encourages self-reliance. If you did not have your parents' help, you could not accomplish this yourself. Mentally visualising yourself in great detail as a confident person, is a great way to start being confident.
In his book, Unleash the Champion, Denny Dicke says that visualising is the most effective tool for building confidence and belief. After repeatedly visualising yourself being and acting confident, and achieving what you wish by confidently going after it, Dicke notes that when it does come time to move with confidence, you will act confidently because your mind sees this as familiar ground.
Becoming self-confident does not mean you are unrealistic about yourself and your situation. You understand that you are not Superman, but being confident means still moving forward toward achieving your goals and satisfying your desires, even when things don't seem to be going your way. Jennifer Capriati, the 1992 Olympic gold medal winner in singles tennis, said to herself, 'I can do this! I am the best!' Positive self-talk can really help get you through times of doubt, and help you to maintain that feeling of self-confidence.

TOTAL SECTION B: 10

SECTION C: LANGUAGE STRUCTURES AND CONVENTIONS
QUESTION 3: ANALYSING ADVERTISING
Study the advertisement (TEXT D) below and answer the questions set.
TEXT D

The text printed over the picture of the girl on the swing reads as follows:

THE FEELING
OF FLYING
WITHOUT
THE FEAR
OF FALLING.

The text in small font reads as follows:

'Higher!' your child calls as you give her a
push. The wind tousles her hair, and you don't give a thought to the rigidity of the swing's chains or the sturdiness of the frame. As her toes touch the sky and she squeals with delight, you realise that the things you trust most, never stop working to earn it.
To find out how Coronation can earn your trust, speak to your financial advisor or visit www.coronation.com.

QUESTIONS: TEXT D
3.1 Explain how the advertiser uses the company logo as a marketing tool. (2)
3.2 Discuss ONE of the advertising techniques used in the headline of TEXT D: 'THE FEELING OF … FEAR OF FALLING.' (2)
3.3 Comment on the appropriateness of the image of the girl on the swing in the context of the advertisement as a whole. (3)
3.4 Critically discuss the style used in this advertisement. (3)
[10]

QUESTION 4: UNDERSTANDING OTHER ASPECTS OF THE MEDIA
Study TEXT E and answer the questions set.
TEXT E: CARTOON

QUESTIONS: TEXT E
4.1 Account for the use of the unusual font in FRAMES 1 to 3. (2)
4.2 Describe Gwen's emotions as depicted in FRAMES 6 and 8. (2)
4.3 Explain why the cartoonist chooses to leave Gwen out of the last frame. (3)
4.4 Critically comment on any TWO techniques used to create humour in the cartoon. (3)
[10]

QUESTION 5: USING LANGUAGE CORRECTLY
Read TEXT F, which contains some deliberate errors, and answer the questions set.
TEXT F

QUESTIONS: TEXT F
5.1 Correct the grammatical error in line 1. (1)
5.2 Provide the correct form of a word that is incorrectly used in line 2. (1)
5.3 'This happens when you are a regular at a place' (line 3).
Rewrite the above sentence, using 'regular' as an adjective, but without changing the meaning of the sentence. (1)
5.4 Give the correct form of the verb in the clause, 'we will visit the café' (line 4). (1)
5.5 What is the function of the hyphen in 'heart-healing' (line 6)? (1)
5.7 Correct the error of concord in line 8. (1)
5.8 Refer to lines 11 and 12: 'the reason is because as death entered my world'.
Rephrase the above fragment so that it is grammatically correct. (1)
5.9 Correct the ambiguity in lines 11 and 12. (1)
5.10 Give the correct form of an incorrect word in line 14. (1)
[10]
5.6 Rewrite the idiom, 'call the shots' (line 8) in formal English. (1)
TOTAL SECTION C:30
GRAND TOTAL:70

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