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GRADE 12

ENGLISH FIRST ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE P1

NOVEMBER 2015 (R)

MARKS: 80

TIME: 2 hours

This question paper consists of 14 pages.

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INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections:

SECTION A: Comprehension (30)

SECTION B: Summary (10)
SECTION C: Language (40)

2. Answer ALL the questions.

3. Read ALL the instructions carefully.

4. Start EACH section on a NEW page.

5. Leave a line between answers.

6. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this
question paper.

7. For multiple-choice questions, write only the question number and the letter
(A–D) of the correct answer.

8. Pay special attention to spelling and sentence construction.

9. Use the following timeframes as a guideline:

SECTION A: 50 minutes
SECTION B: 30 minutes
SECTION C: 40 minutes

10. Write neatly and legibly.

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SECTION A: COMPREHENSION

QUESTION 1

Read BOTH TEXT A and TEXT B and answer the set questions.

TEXT A

ALONE TOGETHER

1 We live in a technological universe in which we are always communicating.

Yet while we might feel more connected to one another, we have lost the
ability to create meaningful relationships. The digital age has already
changed the way we shop, work, play and communicate. We live in a world
where normal conversations have been replaced by online communication. 5
At home, families sit together, texting and reading e-mail. At work,
executives text during board meetings. We text and go on Facebook during
classes and when we are on dates.

2 People have sacrificed conversation for mere connection in their plugged-in

lives. The little devices that most of us carry around are so powerful that 10
they change not only what we do, but also who we are. We have become
accustomed to a new way of being 'alone together'.

3 Young people have grown up fearing conversation. They walk around with
earphones, creating a barrier between themselves and the world. We are
together but each of us is in our own bubble, furiously connected to 15
keyboards and touch screens.

4 In the silence of connection we are comforted by being in touch with a lot of

people. However, they are carefully kept at bay: not too close, not too far,
just right. We have become used to being in a tribe of one.

5 A 16-year-old boy, who relies on texting for almost everything, says sadly, 20
'Someday, someday, but certainly not now, I'd like to learn how to have a
conversation.'

6 Technology lets us present the self we want to be. The way we

communicate is making us worse people to be around. A recent report
found that 51% of adults and 65% of teenagers say they have used their 25
smartphones while socialising. We are creating an environment where eye
contact, body language and physical contact are declining. Researchers
discovered students prefer to text a classmate rather than talk in person
because it's 'less risky' and 'less awkward'. So they don't learn how to read
facial expressions or navigate 'real world' social situations. 30

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7 Human relationships are complex but we have learned to simplify them with
technology. The move from conversation to connection is part of this. We
expect more from technology and less from one another and seem
increasingly drawn to technologies that provide an illusion of companionship
without the demands of a relationship. Over time we forget that there is a 35
difference. We are tempted to think that our little sips of online connection
add up to a big gulp of real conversation. But they do not. Social networks
have their places and no matter how valuable, they do not substitute for
conversation. They do not work as well when it comes to understanding and
knowing one another. 40

8 When we communicate on our digital gadgets, we learn different habits.

When people are alone, even for a few minutes, they reach for a device.
These devices provide three powerful fantasies: that we will always be
heard; that we can put our attention wherever we want it to be; and that we
never have to be alone. We think that constant connection will make us feel 45
less lonely. The opposite is true.

9 Young people today have skills the previous generations lacked. They are
experts at finding and filtering information, responding to stimuli and doing
fast, insightful analysis. As 'digital natives' they are used to technological
change but lack the skill of face-to-face conversation. To make room for real 50
conversation, deliberate steps must be taken by parents in the home. The
value of conversation must be demonstrated to children. Certain areas in the
home like the kitchen or dining room must be made 'device-free zones',
sacred spaces where family members engage in conversation. We should
not be so busy connecting that we do not talk to one another about what 55
really matters.

10 Most of all we need to remember – in-between social networking – to listen

to one another, even to the boring bits, because it is in the unedited
moments of human contact that we really reveal ourselves to one another.

[Adapted from Sunday Magazine in Sunday Tribune, 22 June 2014]

NOTE:
• Answer ALL the questions in your OWN WORDS.
• For one-word answers, write only the question number and the word.
• For multiple-choice questions, write only the question number and the letter
(A–D) of the correct answer.

1.1 Refer to paragraph 1.

Why is the following statement false?

Only the youth use digital devices. (2)

1.2 Give THREE examples of online communication mentioned in this passage. (3)

1.3 Explain what is meant by 'plugged-in lives' in paragraph 2. (2)

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1.4 Quote a SINGLE word from the passage that has a similar meaning to
'devices'. (1)

1.5 According to this article, why do young people create a barrier between
themselves and the world? (2)

1.6 With reference to the passage as a whole, explain why the phrase 'tribe of
one' (line 19) contains a contradiction. (3)

1.7 Refer to paragraph 5.

How do we know that the boy is not serious about direct communication? (2)

1.8 Choose the correct answer from the options given below.

Which ONE of the following prevents us from being able to 'navigate "real
world" social situations' (line 30)?

A Body language
B Physical contact
C Online communication
D Eye contact (1)

1.9 Refer to paragraph 7.

1.9.1 What is the difference between 'sips' and 'gulps'? (1)

1.9.2 Why has the writer used the words 'sips' and 'gulps' in this context? (2)

1.10 State TWO ways in which communication using digital technology is less
rewarding than face-to-face communication. (2)

1.11 Consider the entire passage. Discuss whether you agree with the writer's
view of effective communication as it is expressed in paragraph 10. (3)

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TEXT B

The 10 Years of Democracy Gold Coin was launched in 2004 at an issue price of
R4 400. Since then tens of thousands of these coins have been traded, creating tens
of thousands of new collectors. In 2014 a newly minted 20 Years of Democracy Gold
Coin was introduced.

10 YEARS OF DEMOCRACY GOLD COIN SELLING PRICES

R70 000

R60 000

R50 000

R40 000

R30 000

R20 000

R10 000

2004 2009 2014

[Source: Sunday Tribune, 14 September 2014]

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NOTE: Answer ALL the questions in your OWN WORDS.

1.12 What did a 10 Years of Democracy Gold Coin cost when it was first issued? (1)

1.13 Why did the writer choose to use the drawing of a heart instead of the
word 'love'? (1)

1.14 Refer to the graph.

How would the graph persuade a person to buy the new 20 Years of
Democracy Gold Coin? (2)

1.15 How does the picture of the coin reflect an important event in the history of
South Africa? (2)

TOTAL SECTION A: 30

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SECTION B: SUMMARY

QUESTION 2

You have been asked to deliver a motivational speech to your youth group on how to
change bad habits.

Read the passage below (TEXT C) and list SEVEN points that you will include in the
text of your speech on how to change bad habits.

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Your summary must be written in point form.

2. List the SEVEN points in full sentences, using not more than 70 words.
3. Number your sentences from 1 to 7.
4. Write only ONE point per sentence.
5. Use your OWN words as far as possible.
6. Indicate the total number of words you have used in brackets at the end of
your summary.

TEXT C

THE SECRET TO CHANGING BAD HABITS SUCCESSFULLY

A habit is an action that you perform over and over again in your daily life. Some
people develop bad habits like smoking, drinking alcohol or even over-eating, which
they eventually cannot control.

It is important to identify the triggers that set off bad habits. These are not easy to
overcome because they usually work as a reward for a certain craving or desire.

Research has revealed that the best and most effective way to change a habit is to
change the routine. Think of other ways that can give you the same reward.

You must believe that change is possible. If you give up you will be stuck with a habit
for the rest of your life. You also need to take consistent action, do not just give up
after one attempt. You must ignore how difficult it is to change and focus on the
reasons why you want to change.

Be aware of your resistance to change. We all have a natural tendency to want to go

back to our old ways. When you start making excuses for not wanting to change,
argue with yourself rationally. Listen to yourself and dismiss these excuses.

Keep the changes simple and manageable. Do not try to change more than one habit
at a time. Rather, focus your energy on changing one habit successfully and then
move to the next. Beware of potential obstacles and challenges and find a way to deal
with them. Create reminders for yourself that will assist in changing bad habits.

[Adapted from CHANGENOW Magazine, May 2014]

TOTAL SECTION B: 10

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SECTION C: LANGUAGE

QUESTION 3: ANALYSING AN ADVERTISEMENT

Study the advertisement (TEXT D) and answer the set questions.

TEXT D

HELP CHILDREN TO LIVE HEALTHY, COLOURFUL LITTLE LIVES

Centrum® Kids is a scientifically balanced formula of vitamins and minerals, specifically designed to
help support the health and well-being of children from 4 years of age.
A great-tasting, chewable citrus-berry flavoured multivitamin with a unique blend of key nutrients to help
support the growth and development of your child. Help to give them the support they need to live their
colourful little lives at 100%. Find out more about Centrum® Kids, complete from A to Zinc support for
your kids at www.centrum.co.za.

Centrum®, the world's most clinically studied multivitamin

[Adapted from Drum, 7 August 2014]

3.1 Who is the target audience of this advertisement? Give a reason for
your answer. (2)

3.2 What does the advertiser mean by, 'GIVE THEM THE LIFT THEY NEED'? (2)
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3.3 Why has the advertiser included the words, 'a scientifically balanced formula
of vitamins and minerals'? (2)

3.4 How can parents find more information about the advertised product? (1)

3.5 Quote ONE word that suggests that children will enjoy this multivitamin. (1)

3.6 In your view, how does the first picture add to the effectiveness of this
advertisement? State TWO points. (2)
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QUESTION 4: ANALYSING A CARTOON

Read the cartoon (TEXT E) below and answer the set questions.

TEXT E

HÄGAR THE HORRIBLE BY DIK BROWNE

FRAME 1 FRAME 2 FRAME 3

FRAME 4 FRAME 5 FRAME 6

[Source: SMcomics, 16 November 2014]

NOTE: In this cartoon, Hägar is speaking to his wife Helga. Olga is Helga's friend.

4.1 Refer to frame 1.

What visual clue does the cartoonist use to show that Hägar is emphasising
his statement? (1)

4.2 Refer to frame 2.

4.2.1 What TWO visual techniques does the cartoonist use to show the
visitor's excitement? (2)

4.2.2 Considering the cartoon as a whole, give a reason for the visitor's
excitement. (1)

4.3 What does Helga's body language in frame 5 convey?

Consider the cartoon as a whole and discuss the reason for her mood. (2)

4.4 How do the children in frame 6 contradict the stereotype of children living in
an orphanage? (2)

4.5 Considering the cartoon as a whole, discuss whether you sympathise with
Hägar's eventual situation. (2)
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QUESTION 5: LANGUAGE AND EDITING SKILLS

5.1 Read the passage (TEXT F) below, which has some deliberate errors, and
answer the set questions.

TEXT F

SUGAR GETS A CANING

1 The amount of hidden sugar in processed food are slowly killing us. This is
according to Fed Up, an American documentary which is narrated by award-
winning journalist Katie Couric. This documentary compares the US food
industry to the tobacco industry and suggests that it preys on consumers.

2 Academics and health experts argue that it is not only consumers fault that 5
they are overweight. Some blame has to be alocated to food producers and
the easy access to addictive foods.

3 Professor Robert Lustig of the University of California proposes that sugar is

addictive – and most processed foods are full of it. Americans' actual sugar
intake of 41 teaspoons a day far exceeds the recommended five teaspoons. 10
Consumers do not realise that corn syrup, maltrose and dextrose are other
names for sugar.

4 Lustig blames refined and processed foods for heart attacks, obesity, strokes,
cancers and, of coarse, diabetes.

5 The film works to discredit the idea that one could just outrun a bad diet. It 15
claims that food with sugar is still harmful for you, no matter how much you
exercise.
[Adapted from The Times, 24 October 2014]

5.1.1 Correct the SINGLE error in each of the following sentences. Write
down ONLY the question numbers (5.1.1(a)–(d)) and the words
you have corrected.

(a) The amount of hidden sugar in processed food are slowly

killing us. (1)

(b) Academics and health experts argue that it is not only

consumers fault that they are overweight. (1)

(c) Some blame has to be alocated to food producers and the

easy access to addictive foods. (1)

(d) Lustig blames refined and processed foods for heart attacks,
obesity, strokes, cancers and, of coarse, diabetes. (1)

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5.1.2 Refer to the following sentence:

This is according to Fed Up, an American documentary which is

narrated by award-winning journalist Katie Couric.

(a) Why is Fed Up written in italics? (1)

(b) What part of speech is the word 'American'? (1)

5.1.3 Study the following sentence:

This documentary compares the US food industry to the tobacco

industry and suggests that it preys on consumers.

Use a homophone for the word preys in a sentence of your own. (2)

5.1.4 Refer to the following sentence:

Professor Robert Lustig of the University of California proposes

that sugar is addictive – and most processed foods are full of it.

Provide an antonym for the word processed by using a prefix. (1)

5.1.5 Rewrite the following sentence in reported speech:

He said, 'When I eat a bowl of cornflakes, it is like eating a bowl

of sugar.' (4)

5.1.6 Refer to the following sentence:

The film works to discredit the idea that one could just outrun a bad
diet and claims that food with sugar is still harmful for you, no
matter how much you exercise.

Replace the word bad with a suitable synonym. (1)

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5.2 Study the following text (TEXT G) and answer the set questions.
TEXT G

A WISH MAKES ANYTHING POSSIBLE

Make-A-Wish International creates hope and happiness for children with
life-threatening illnesses around the world. When a wish is granted, it sends a
message to the child and their family that anything is possible. Together, we can
bring more hope, strength and joy to children around the world.

5.2.1 Choose the correct word from those given in brackets. Write down
ONLY the question numbers (5.2.1(a)–(c)) and the words.
(a) Make-A-Wish International is a (non-governmental/
non-governing) organisation. (1)
(b) The child was at his (happy/happiest) when his wish came true. (1)
(c) If I (were/was) rich, I would donate money to Make-A-Wish
International. (1)
5.2.2 Choose the correct answer to complete the following sentence.
The abbreviation www means …
A world wide website.
B whole wide world.
C world wide web.
D wide world web. (1)

5.2.3 Rewrite the following sentence in the passive voice:

Make-A-Wish International sends a message of hope to families. (1)
5.2.4 Rewrite the following sentence in the present continuous tense:
Make-A-Wish International creates hope and happiness. (1)
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TOTAL SECTION C: 40
GRAND TOTAL: 80
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