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NATIONAL
SENIOR CERTIFICATE

GRADE 11

ENGLISH FIRST ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE GRADE 11

JUNE 2017 PAPER 1

MARKS : 80
TIME : 2 hours

This question paper consists of 13 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 questions.

3. Read all instructions carefully.

4. Start EACH section on a new page.

5. Leave a line between answers.

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

7. Use your own words to answer questions unless if asked to quote by the examiner.

8. Answer in the Language in which you are being assessed

9. Pay special attention to spelling and sentence construction.

10. Use the following time frames as a guideline:

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

11. Write neatly and legibly.

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SECTION A: COMPREHENSION
QUESTION 1
Read TEXT A and TEXT B and answer the following questions
Read the following extract and answer the questions based on it.
Use your own words unless asked to quote.

The plight of rhinos

1. The name rhinoceros is of Greek origin and is derived from two words; “rhino” –
nose, and “ceros” – horn.

2. Although they have relatively poor vision, rhinos have a keen sense of hearing
and smell. The rhino has a symbiotic relationship with the tick bird or oxpecker.
The bird eats ticks it finds on the rhino and when there is danger, these birds emit
a sharp alarm call.

3. Without question, the most unique characteristic of rhinos is their horns. The
African species have two, the longer which is at the front of its nose and averages
90 centimetres and can reach 150 centimetres.

4. The horns of the rhino consist predominantly of keratin. Recent studies have
revealed that in the core of the horn, there are also deposits of calcium and
melanin. Horns also have an outside keratinized covering.

5. The horns have been the rhino’s downfall since they are bought and sold on the
black market. At one time thousands of these animals roamed the plains of
Southern Africa. Since 1970 the world rhino population has declined by 90
percent.

6. Although international agreements forbid trade in rhino horn, it is valued in North

Africa and the Middle East as an ornamental dagger handle. The main market,
however, resides in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore and Vietnam.

7. In these countries, the horns, in powdered form, are coveted for pseudo-scientific
medicinal uses including fevers, convulsions and even cancer. Traditional Chinese
medicine practitioners consider the horn to be “life saving.” It may also be used as
an aphrodisiac.

8. None of these indications has been proved by evidence- based medicine and
scientific studies have shown that the keratinized rhino horn has no proved
medicinal value.

9. The rising prosperity of the people of the East means that traditional cures
previously out of reach of majority of the population are now affordable.
This has increased the demand resulting in a sharp increase in rhino poaching.

10.The irony is that today rhinos are worth more dead than alive. The current black
market price for a kilogram of horn is approximately $55,000 which is equivalent
to cocaine and three times that of gold.
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11.Because of the lucrative black market, most of the large scale poaching is
controlled by cartels and international syndicates. The animals are often tracked
by helicopter, shot with a tranquilizer dart and the horns sliced off with a
chainsaw.

12.In less sophisticated situations, poachers come armed with hunting rifles and
pistols. Many are from neighbouring Mozambique and often have a military
background. They track and shoot the animal in the knee to prevent it from
running away. Sometimes an Achilles tendon is severed or the spine is chopped.
Horns are then roughly removed with an axe.

13.Attempts to prevent the carnage by targeting the poachers have not been helpful
and only about 3% of poachers are successfully intercepted.
The South African National Parks, private rhino owners and other organizations
are working to improve security at borders, game reserves and farms but with
little success to date. Better policing and more vigorous prosecution of offenders
would go a long way to curbing the trade.

14.Another suggestion is to legalize the trade in rhino horns. This would drive the
black market prices down. A legal trade would also provide an economic
incentive to ensure the rhinos’ survival. There are a growing number of private
rhino farmers in South Africa who own approximately 25% of the local white rhino
population. Many of these have permits to legally dehorn the animals. Once
immobilized and anesthetized, the rhino horns are removed humanely above the
root line, which enables the horn to grow back naturally. This dehorning also acts
as a potential solution to poaching.

15.It has also been suggested that chemists could synthesize an artificial keratin,
the main component of the horn. This material could then be released into the
market which would also drive the prices down.

16.Unfortunately, to date, efforts to protect the rhino remain increasingly ineffective.

The rhino poaching epidemic in Southern Africa has reached the point where one
animal is lost daily.

(Adapted from www.irvingspitz.com.)

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SECTION A
Comprehension
Answer the following questions based on TEXT A
Use your own words unless instructed to quote.
1.1.Refer to paragraph 1
1.1.1. What does the phrase “Greek origin” suggest? (1)

1.2. Refer to paragraph 2

1.2.1. Which one of the three senses mentioned in this paragraph is the poorest in rhinos?
Do not quote from the passage. (1)

1.2.2. Explain in your own words how symbiotic relationship benefits the rhino and the
oxpecker. (2)

1.3. Refer to paragraph 3

1.3.1. Quote the word that means the same as “something of its own kind”. (1)

1.4. Refer to paragraph 4

1.4.1. State whether the following statement is a fact or an opinion and motivate your
answer.

Rhino horns have calcium, melanin and keratinized covering. (2)

1.5. Refer to paragraph 5

1.5.1. Explain the concept “black market” as used in this paragraph. (2)

1.5.2. In your own words, state why the rhino population declined by 90% since 1970.
(2)

1.6. Refer to paragraph 6

1.6.1. Explain in your own words why countries in North Africa and the Middle East do not
honour international agreements forbidding rhino poaching. (2)

1.7. Refer to paragraph 7

1.7.1. State whether the following statement is True or False and motivate your answer
using your own words.

Powdered form of rhino horns cures fevers, convulsions and cancer. (2)
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1.8. Refer to paragraph 9

Use your own words

1.8.1. Which two factors make it possible for the majority of people of the East to receive
traditional cures offered from powdered rhino horns? (2)

1.9. Refer to paragraph 10

1.9.1. Why does the author ironically state that rhinos are worth more “dead than alive”? (2)

1.10.Refer to paragraph 11

Choose the correct answer from the options given. Write only the letter of the alphabet (A-D).
1.10.1. The words “cartels” and “syndicates” refer to

a. Society for the prevention of cruelty to animals.

b. Business people illegally working together in order to make profit.

c. People who made laws to stop rhino poaching.

d. Doctors and pharmacists who provide traditional medicines made from rhino

horns. (1)

1.11.Refer to paragraphs 12 and 13

1.11.1 . State in your own words why poachers are always successful in killing rhinos.
(1)

1.11.2. Quote a word which has the same meaning as “killing and

wounding many animals”. (1)

Refer to paragraphs 14;15 and 16

1.11.3. In your opinion, do you think dehorning rhinos will benefit

game parks? (2)

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Study TEXT B below and answer the set questions.

TEXT B

FO(U)RMATION

As part of celebrations leading up to Armed Forces Day on February 21, marked in honour of
the South African National Defence Force, the air-force staged a flyover at Durban’s New
Beach on the 18th of February while the navy held a capability demonstration.
(Adapted from “City Press” 19 February 2017)

Answer the following questions using your own words.

1.11.4. Mention one of the two career paths that the TEXT illustrates. (1)

1.11.5. Choose the correct answer from the options given. Write only the correct
alphabet that corresponds with the correct answer (A-D) of the correct answer.
The Illustration in the visual TEXT is of
A. the navy
B. the Air force
C. the security force
D. the birds (1)
1.11.6. Where will the navy hold its demonstration? Explain your
answer. (2)
1.11.7.Do you think the title ‘’fo(u)rmation is appropriate to Text B (2)

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TOTAL SECTION A: {30}

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SECTION B: SUMMARY

QUESTION 2

Read the TEXT C below and summarise SEVEN points to explain how one can develop
body cramps.

TEXT C

INSTRUCTIONS

 Your summary should not exceed 70 words

 Identify SEVEN facts
 Number your facts 1 to 7
 Write every fact in a new sentence
 Use your words as far as possible
 Indicate the number of words you have used at the end of your summary

1. There are activities and conditions that may bring body cramps. Vigorous exercise and sports
can cause cramps as muscles suffer from premature fatigue and tighten up in spasms when
overworked and overstressed.
2. Dehydration (an exercise loss of fluids from the body) causes cramps in people who exercise,
especially in hot conditions. Injuries, like trauma to a nerve in the hand may lead to cramping. A
deficiency in certain minerals, including potassium, calcium, sodium, magnesium and vitamins B1,
B5, B6, D and E can directly or indirectly cause cramps.
3. Pregnant women are prone to cramp due to a loss of magnesium and calcium. Holding the same
position, like standing still on hard surface or sitting in an uncomfortable posture for a long time, like
at work and during long -distance travel. Exposure to cold temperatures and cold water can cause
muscle stiffness.
4. Certain medicines are known to include cramping as possible side-effects. Among these are the
pill, anti-psychotic drugs, steroids, diuretic (often prescribed to treat high blood pressure), and
medicines to prevent or treat high cholesterol, asthma osteoporosis, Parkinson’s disease and
Alzheimer’s disease, among others.

5. Poisonous substances like mercury in the blood can lead to leg cramps. Muscle spasms and
cramps can also result from bacterial infections.

(Adapted from “MOVE” 17 June 2015)

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TOTAL SECTION B: 10
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SECTION C: LANGUAGE

QUESTION 3

ANAYSING AN ADVERTISEMENT

Study the advertisement (TEXT D) below and answer the set of question

(Adapted from Google images: benylin for flu)

NOTE: For multiple – choice question, write only the question number and the letter (A-D) of
the correct answer.
3.1.1. What is the name of the advertised product? (1)

3.1.2. Choose the correct answer to complete the following sentence

This product is suitable for.

A. adults
B. babies
C. people above the age of six suffering from cold and flu
D. people with restful sleeps (1)

3.1.3. What does the letter (R) next to Benylin stand for? (2)

3.1.4. Identify alliteration in the advertisement. (1)

3.1.5. Explain why fonts of different designs and sizes were used in the phrase
“Benylin 4 four flue”. Refer to the advertisement. (2)

3.1.6. Quote the slogan of the advertised product? (1)

3.1.7. Does the advertisement convince you to buy this product? Motivate your answer.
(2)

TOTAL [10]
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QUESTION 4
ANALYSING A CARTOON

Study the cartoon TEXT E below and answer questions based on it

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

For multiple – choice questions, MADAM AND EVE

FRAME 1 FRAME 2 FRAME 3 FRAME 4

Note: In this cartoon Dennis (wearing a hat) is a patient and Mr B in dreadlocks is his
psychiatrist.

4.1 Refer to the cartoon as a whole.

4.1.1. What is the setting of this cartoon? Give one visual clue to support
your answer. (2)

Refer to frame 1
4.1.2. Why is the word “facebook” bolded and put in inverted commas and repeated by
Dennis? (1)

4.1.3. The use of the word “paranoid” in the doctor’s/psychiatrist’s remarks suggests that his
patient:
A. suffers from terminal illness.
B. thinks that other people want to harm him or that he is he is important.
C. thinks that he has many friends.
D. does not care about his health. (1)

4.2 Refer to frame 2.

4.2.1 Mention one advantage of facebook that Dennis advances.

Use your own words (1)
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4.3. Refer to frame 3

4.3.1. What does the use of ellipsis (dots) in the psychiatrist’s remark suggest
about the request he had made ? (1)

4.4. Refer to frame 4.

4.4.1 Explain what the psychiatrist’s body language suggests about his feelings? (2)

4.5 Refer to frames 3 and 4

4.5.1 .Do you think this cartoon is humorous? Motivate your answer. (2)

TOTAL [10]

QUESTION 5

LANGUAGE AND EDITING

Read the following passage (TEXT F) which contains deliberate errors and answer
questions based on it.

NOTE:
 For multiple-choice questions, write ONLY the question number and the letter
(A-D) of the correct answer.
 For one-word answer, write ONLY the question number and the word
TEXT F

Sculptor uses work to address social issues.

1. Benjamine Tuge say he knew he wanted to be a sculptor when he carved a crocodile

out of a stone at the age of 6. “I love using my hands because I can imagine what is in
my hand.’’ Sometimes when I look at the wood, I see art. When I was about six, I
carved a crocodile out of a stone and that was because of my passion for handwork’’,
he said.

2. Upon realising his gift, the husband and the father of four went to study wood carving
at Driefontein College in Zimbabwe and graduated in 1993. He moved to South Africa
in 2004 to pursue his dreams of showcasing his craft to South Africa and the whole
continent. The Zimbabwean-born and raised sculptor said he used art to express
himself and to address political and social issues- and his journey as a sculptor has
not being without challenges.

3. Tuge has created many sculptures but said the most iconic sculpture in date was his
recent wooden creation of a woman pushing a bull. What made the sculpture unique
was the unusual curve of the wood even before he carved it.

4. “Every peace of wood tells a story. This sculpture talks about different aspects of life.
(Adapted from Sowetan,7 March 2017)
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5.1.1 Correct a single error in the following sentences. Write ONLY the question
number and the word you corrected

a) Benjamen Tuge say he knew he wanted to be a sculptor. (1)

b) His journey as a sculptor has not being without challenges. (1)
c) His most iconic sculptor in date was his wooden creation. (1)
d) Every peace of wood tells a story. (1)

5.1.2 Refer to paragraph 2

Give the correct form of the word in brackets.
His (realise) that he was good in art motivated him to become a sculptor. (1)

5.1.3 Use the word “After” to combine the following sentences.

He realised his gift.

He went to study wood carving at Driefontein College.

Begin with, After . . . (2)

5.1.4 Refer to paragraph 2 (Zimbabwean-born)

Mention the punctuation mark between the word Zimbabwean and born.
Explain its function. (2)

5.2.1 Change the following sentence into a question.

This sculptor talks about different aspects of life. (1)

5.2.2. Add a question tag in the following sentence

He went to study wood carving, ______ ______ ? (1)

5.2.3. Rewrite the following sentence into the passive voice.

I carved a crocodile out of a stone.

Begin with: A crocodile . . . (1)

5.2.4.Change the following sentence into the reported speech.

“I love using my hands because I can imagine what is in them,”

he said.

Begin : He said _________________________________ (3)

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5.3 Study (TEXT G) below and answer questions based on it.

TEXT G

Know SA’s income.

Know your outcome.
To make an impact on our economy, you must first know the economic climate
because the more you know, the more you move.
(Adapted from SOWETAN 7 March 2017 and www.banknotes.com)
Choose the correct answer from the options given

5.3.1. The apostrophe in SA’s income shows _______________

A. plural form
B. omission
C. possession
D. concord (1)

5.3.2 .The HOMOPHONE for the word “know” is _______ (1)

5.3.3. What is the synonym of the word “outcome” (1)

5.3.4.Fill in the missing word.

Economic climate is ______ stable in a peaceful country than in a country that has
civil war. (1)
5.3.5. Give the correct form of the word in brackets

The text encourages readers to be (knowledge) about the economy. (1)

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TOTAL SECTION C: 40

GRAND TOTAL: 80