Exam - Term 4
LIFE ORIENTATION
GRADE 9
WHAT IS PLAGIARISM
Plagiarism is when you use someone else’s work without giving them credit.
Please do not copy the answers from the online campus or any other sources.
Complete this assessment in your own words.
DECLARATION
I declare that all work in this exam is my own. I have not committed plagiarism
as defined by the plagiarism policy. I have not accessed any resources on the
online campus to help me complete this exam. I will not use text-to-speech
software (such as Natural Readers) or any other type of concession (unless I
have been approved for a concession in writing by Academic Support within the
Student Well-Being Department or SACAI in the form of a concession letter). I will
ensure that this exam is completed in my own handwriting and that I have not
used any stylus to assist in writing this paper.
Type your name here
_________________________
Student signature
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LEARNING OUTCOMES
● Assess understanding through an examination.
● Apply knowledge of content covered in Terms 3 and 4.
INSTRUCTIONS
1. The front page of your answer sheet must include:
○ Your name
○ Your student number
○ The signed plagiarism declaration
2. This question paper consists of three sections:
● Section A (Answer ALL Questions) - 25 Marks
● Section B (Answer ALL Questions) - 25 Marks
● Section C (Answer ALL Questions) - 20 Marks
3. Remember to label your questions in the middle of the page as per the
question paper.
4. Please number each page of your answer script.
5. Complete all questions in the order that they are presented to you.
6. The maximum mark for this Exam is 70 marks.
7. You have 60 minutes to complete this exam.
8. This exam must be handwritten.
9. Write clearly and legibly.
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SECTION A [25 Marks]
This section consists of FOUR questions. All questions should be answered.
QUESTION 1: MULTIPLE CHOICE [5 Marks]
Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
Choose the answer and write only the letter (A–D) next to the question numbers
(1.1 to 1.5) on the answer sheet, for example 1.6 D.
1.1 What’s the main difference between rights and responsibilities?
A. Rights are personal, and responsibilities are shared.
B. Rights are chores, and responsibilities are privileges.
C. Rights are things that you are allowed to do, while
responsibilities are things you are expected to do.
D. Rights are laws, and responsibilities are rules.
(1)
1.2 Milisa is eager to start volunteering, but she doesn’t know where to
start. Select ONE piece of advice to give to Milisa to help her with her
volunteering journey.
A. Find a volunteer opportunity that will look good on your CV.
B. Research volunteer opportunities in your community.
C. Don’t under-commit.
D. Volunteer at the organisation that pays you.
(1)
1.3 What was the original purpose of gumboot dancing for miners?
A. To entertain themselves during breaks from work.
B. To communicate with each other while working in the mines.
C. To express their cultural roots through dance.
D. To protest against their working conditions.
(1)
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1.4 ‘SMART’ goals stands for:
A. Specific, Measurable, Aiming, Realistic, Time-bound
B. Specific, Mighty, Achievable, Realistic, Time-bound
C. Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time-bound
D. Special, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Time-bound
(1)
1.5 Karabo has recently experienced cyber-bullying on social media. The
situation was reported and dealt with but he is still feeling nervous and
having nightmares about the situation. What should he do about this?
A. Confide in someone he trusts and seek help.
B. Never use social media again.
C. Get revenge on the people that bullied him.
D. Keep quiet about the situation to avoid further bullying.
(1)
[5]
QUESTION 2: EXPLAIN THE CONCEPT [5 marks]
Provide an explanation for each concept below.
2.1 Procrastination (1)
2.2 Decision-making Skills (1)
2.3 Isolate (1)
2.4 Percussive (1)
2.5 Morals (1)
[5]
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QUESTION 3: MATCHING COLUMNS [5 marks]
Match the terms in column A with the definition in column B. Write only the correct
letter from column B next to the number from column A, for example, 3.6 G.
Column A Column B
3.1 Orienteering A Something that increases the
chance of a negative outcome or
problem.
3.2 Fellowship B Fair and generous behaviour or
treatment of others, especially in
sporting activities.
3.3 Risk Factor C A university, or other
post-secondary or
higher-educational institution.
3.4 Sportsmanship D Financially successful business
entity
3.5 Tertiary institution E A hostile and dominating style that
disregards others' rights and
feelings.
F Friendly association, especially
between people with shared
interests.
G A sport where competitors use a
map and compass to find
checkpoints.
(5X1) [5]
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QUESTION 4: [10 Marks] Let’s volunteer
Read the following scenario and answer the questions that follow.
Bokamoso, a kind-hearted Grade 9 learner, was very excited about starting to
volunteer at his local animal shelter. He enthusiastically committed to
volunteering for an hour each day to walk the dogs at the shelter. However, as
time passed, the workload became overwhelming for him. Juggling other
responsibilities, he realised he had taken on too much.
4.1 Define volunteerism. (1)
4.2 Explain the importance of volunteering. (1x2) (2)
4.3 List THREE steps to follow if you want to start volunteering. (3x1) (3)
4.4 Recommend TWO practical solutions you think will solve Bokamoso’s
problem. (2x2) (4)
[10]
TOTAL SECTION A: 25
SECTION B [25 Marks]
This section consists of FOUR questions. All questions should be answered.
QUESTION 5: [5 Marks]
Provide the correct term for the definitions below. Write only the word/term next to
the question numbers (5.1-5.5), for example 5.6 Goal
5.1 It is measured before and after completing an exercise, it is lower (1)
before an exercise and higher after exercising.
5.2 Actions or behaviours that violate moral principles and fair play in (1)
sports.
5.3 An activity or trade that we perform regularly to earn money. (1)
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5.4 The sequence of steps or movements in dance. (1)
5.5 A South African financial aid system for student loans and bursaries
enabling deserving students without funds to study further. (1)
[5]
QUESTION 6: [5 Marks]
Select ONE word/term, from the options provided, to complete EACH of the following
statements/sentences. You may only use a word once.
Write only the word/term next to the question number (6.1 to 6.5), for example 6.6
Negotiation.
Environmental Health Trauma Crisis
Time Management Social Health
Active Isolated Stretch Dynamic Stretch Fellowship
6.1 The negative emotional response to a deeply disturbing, destructive
event. (1)
6.2 The practice of effectively organising and prioritising tasks to make the (1)
best use of your available time.
6.3 Friendly association, especially between people with shared interests. (1)
6.4 Covers areas such as providing equal opportunities for everyone, (1)
providing safety and security in a community and helping a community
overcome difficulties.
6.5 A type of stretching sequence most similar to yoga that requires (1)
continuous movement patterns.
[5]
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QUESTION 7: All things career [10 Marks]
Study the image below and answer ALL the questions that follow. Write your answers
in full sentences.
[Extracted from UCTOHS OLC Accessed on 03 September 2024].
7.1 Define professional development and give ONE benefit it can have on
your career goals. (1+1) (2)
7.2 Explain the importance of making healthy subject choices. (1x2) (2)
7.3 Identify TWO funding options for tertiary education after matric. (2x1) (2)
7.4 Explain the difference between a career field and an occupation. (1x2) (2)
7.5 Discuss the importance of lifelong learning in adapting to the
ever-changing demands of the modern workforce. (1x2) (2)
[10]
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QUESTION 8: [5 Marks] Depression
Read the article extract below and answer the questions that follow.
8.1 In your own words, define depression. (1)
8.2 Do you think social media can have an impact on mental health?
Explain your answer. (1x2) (2)
8.3 Recommend ONE way teens can ensure that they are not negatively
affected by social media. (1x2) (2)
[5]
TOTAL SECTION B: 25
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SECTION C [20 Marks]
Answer any ALL questions in this section.
Your responses must consist of paragraphs: write your answers for each bullet
point as a separate paragraph.
Marks will only be allocated for responses written in full sentences.
QUESTION 9: The far-reaching impact of violence. [10 Marks]
Study the image below and answer the questions that follow in paragraph format.
At least six Golden Arrow Bus Service buses have been torched amid a taxi
strike in Cape Town.
[Extracted from: IOL. Accessed on 1 September 2023]
Write paragraphs on the far-reaching impact of violence.
Use the following as a guideline:
● Define physical violence and mention ONE way to protect
ourselves from physical violence. (1+1) (2)
● Explain ONE way the taxi strike violence might have impacted
individuals. (1x2) (2)
● Discuss TWO steps to take when overcoming traumatic
situations. (2x2) (4)
● Evaluate what it means to be an Agent of Change when it comes
to addressing violence. (1x2) (2)
[10]
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QUESTION 10: Understanding challenging situations and trauma. [10
Marks]
Read the article extract below and answer the questions that follow in paragraph
format.
How a new generation has changed grief
Younger generations have pushed back on “stages-of-grief-thinking,” said
Flowers, because it implies that there is a right or wrong way to mourn loss.
Flowers, who was 21 when her mother died of lung cancer, said many dinner
party attendees find they’re the first in their social circle to experience a death
up close. And they’re often unable to find adequate support systems that
match their need to share the intimacies of grief, such as the strangeness
and loneliness of it, dating difficulties and reassessing career priorities.
[Extracted from: Washington Post. Accessed on 25 August 2023]
Write paragraphs on Understanding challenging situations and trauma.
Use the following as a guideline:
● Define grief and identify ONE example of an event that may
cause an individual to experience grief. (1+1) (2)
● Explain the importance of having healthy coping mechanisms.
(1x2) (2)
● Discuss TWO ways a challenging situation could impact a family.
(2x2) (4)
● Analyse how the grief cycle can vary for individuals. (1x2) (2)
[10]
TOTAL SECTION C: 20
GRAND TOTAL: 70
EXAM END
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Reference
Child Mind Institute. 2023. Does social media use cause depression? Available at: [Online].
[Accessed 5 September 2024].
Independent Online. 2023. Six arrested in taxi found loaded with tyres and arson equipment.
Cape Times, 6 August. Available at: [Online] [Accessed 6 September 2024].
Washington Post. 2023. How a new generation has changed grief. [online] Available at: [Online]
[Accessed 06 September 2024].
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