English Home Language Paper 3 Grade 12 Questions - NSC Past Papers And Memos September 2020 Preparatory Examinations
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- This question paper consists of TWO sections:
SECTION A: Essay (50)
SECTION B: Transactional texts (2 x 25) (50) - Answer ONE question from SECTION A and TWO questions from SECTION B.
- Write in the language in which you are being assessed.
- Start EACH section on a NEW page.
- You must plan (e.g. use a mind map/diagram/flow chart/key words, etc.), edit and proofread your work. The planning must appear BEFORE the answer.
- All planning must be clearly indicated as such. It is advisable to draw a line across all planning.
- You are strongly advised to spend approximately:
- 80 minutes on SECTION A
- 70 minutes on SECTION B (2 x 35 minutes)
- Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
- Give each response a suitable title/heading, as indicated by the question.
NOTE: The title/heading must NOT be considered when doing a word count. - Write neatly and legibly.
QUESTIONS
SECTION A: ESSAY
QUESTION 1
- Write an essay of 400–450 words (2–2½ pages) on ONE of the following topics.
- Write down the NUMBER and TITLE/HEADING of your essay.
1.1 ‘Our house is on fire. According to the IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) we are less than 12 years away from not being able to undo our mistakes.’
[Greta Thunberg]
[50]
1.2 The Gatekeeper.
[50]
1.3 ‘Science may have found a cure for most evils; but it has found no remedy for the worst of them all – the apathy of human beings.’
[Helen Keller]
[50]
1.4 ‘I have noticed even people who claim everything is predestined, and that we can do nothing to change it, look before they cross the road.’ [Stephen Hawking]
[50]
1.5 Take the risk or lose the chance. [50]
1.6 The pictures reproduced below and on page 4 may evoke some reaction or feeling in you or stir your imagination.
- Select ONE picture and write an essay in response.
- Provide your essay with a suitable title.
- Write the correct topic number (1.6.1, 1.6.2 or 1.6.3).
NOTE: There must be a clear link between your essay and the picture you have chosen.
1.6.1
[Source: 360livemedia.com] [50]
1.6.2
[Source: www.pintrest.com] [50]
1.6.3
[Source: www.unlockingthebible.org]
[50]
TOTAL SECTION A: 50
SECTION B: TRANSACTIONAL TEXTS
QUESTION 2
- Respond to TWO of the following topics.
- The body of EACH answer should be 180–200 words (20–25 lines) in length.
- Pay careful attention to the following:
- Content and planning
- Audience, register, tone and style
- Choice of words and language structure
- Format, structure and editing
- Write down the NUMBER and the TITLE/HEADING of the text you have chosen,
e.g. 2.1 Letter to the Editor.
2.1 LETTER TO THE EDITOR
| ‘KREFELD, Germany, Jan 2 (Reuters) — A Chinese lantern, launched by a 60-year-old mother and her two adult daughters in a New Year’s Eve celebration, caused the fire at a German zoo in which dozens of animals were killed, including eight great apes, authorities said.’ [Jan 2, 2020] |
Read the above newspaper extract.
Our actions and celebratory rituals can have a negative impact on our environment and neighbours.
Write a letter to the editor of your local newspaper, in which you express your thoughts about this statement. [25]
2.2 FORMAL REPORT
As the Grade Twelve group, you have been part of your school the longest and are familiar with its triumphs and pitfalls. Your principal has to write a school improvement plan at the end of each year.
As the RCL member in your class, your principal has tasked you with writing a formal report on any area of improvement that should be considered for the school’s future success. [25]
2.3 FORMAL SPEECH
| “Tears of a mother cannot save her Child. But your Blood can.” Leukaemia is the most common cancer in children and teens, accounting for almost 1 out of 3 cancers. (American Cancer Society) Blood donation is used in the treatment of leukaemia patients. |
Write the speech that you will deliver to an audience of young minds wanting to change the world. In your speech encourage them to be real life heroes and donate blood. [25]
2.4 CURRICULUM VITAE AND COVERING LETTER
ARE YOU EXCITED TO SEE WHAT LIFE IS LIKE ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE WORLD? Letz Live is partnered with renowned schools in Australia, New Zealand, Thailand and throughout the United Kingdom. These partnerships let us arrange the most comprehensive gap year programs for young people who want to take a break after completing their secondary schooling or university education before diving into the workforce. Whether you just need a break from life at home or you want to immerse in another country's culture, you can count on Letz Live to prepare a worthwhile experience for you. We've felt that way, we've gone on that adventure – and we want you to experience it too.
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After seeing the above advertisement on a flyer handed out at school, you have decided that a working gap year is for you.
Write a covering letter and your curriculum vitae, to apply for this opportunity. Your covering letter should use the above address to reach the recipient. [25]
2.5 INTERVIEW
Imagine that you have the opportunity to meet the founder of your school.
Write an interview in which you explore the need for your school’s establishment and some of the choices and decisions the founder made and why. [25]
2.6 REVIEW
Imagine that you were lucky enough to watch a drama production of your Grade Twelve drama (‘The Crucible’, ‘Hamlet’ or ‘Othello’) on stage.
Write the review of this theatrical production for your local newspaper. [25]
TOTAL SECTION B: 50
GRAND TOTAL: 100