# Geography Grade 12 Paper 2 KZN Prelim 2023 Memo

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- Subject: Geography
- Grade: Grade 12
- Document type: Memorandum
- Year: 2023
- Exam period: KZN Prelim
- Paper: 2
- Curriculum: CAPS
- Pages: 9

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FINAL

                                NATIONAL
                           SENIOR CERTIFICATE

                                   GRADE 12

                               GEOGRAPHY P2

                         MARKING GUIDELINES

                     PREPARATORY EXAMINATION

                              SEPTEMBER 2023

MARKS: 150

                     This marking guideline consists of 9 pages.

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Geography/P2                            2                  September 2023 Preparatory Examination
                                      NSC – Marking Guideline

QUESTION 1

1.1
        1.1.1 D 

        1.1.2 A 

        1.1.3 C

        1.1.4 B 

        1.1.5 D 

        1.1.6 C 

        1.1.7 A 

        1.1.8 C                                                                     (8 x 1) (8)

1.2
        1.2.1 Y 

        1.2.2 Z

        1.2.3 Z

        1.2.4 Z

        1.2.5 Y

        1.2.6 Y

        1.2.7 Z                                                                     (7 x 1) (7)

1.3
        1.3.1 Push factor forces people away from rural areas and Pull factor
              attract people to urban areas.
              (Both Push and Pull factors must be explained)                         (1 x 1) (1)

        1.3.2 Conditions are not always as great as expected in the urban area
              Rural migrants often have to contend with a host of challenges
              in urban areas
              (Accept examples: crowded living conditions, informal housing,
              inadequate sanitation, exposure to crime and violence, lack
              of employment)
              (ANY ONE)                                                        (1 x 2) (2)

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Geography/P2                             3                  September 2023 Preparatory Examination
                                       NSC – Marking Guideline

        1.3.3 Increased cost of living because goods/services are more
              expensive.
              Mechanisation has resulted in people losing their jobs /
              unemployment                                                          (2 x 2) (4)

        1.3.4 Basic services such as shops and schools close due to decreasing
              numbers and this affects the economy of the area 
              More old people and fewer labourers results in production decrease
              also affecting the economy 
              Buildings and farms are abandoned giving rise to ‘ghost’ settlements 
              Family units are broken, e.g., when parents leave children with the
              grandparents to work in urban areas 
              Brain drain has left people behind who are least educated and this
              close economic growth 
              Resources become under-utilised 
              (ANY TWO)                                                           (2 x 2) (4)

        1.3.5 meet the basic needs / RDP 
              provide quality services eg schools, hospitals 
              upgrade infrastructure to improve accessibility 
              industrial development to create more employment 
              tourism and special events 
              improve salaries 
              government grant / support 
              uplift farming communities/skills training 
              improve access to capital for farmers 
              Constant monitoring and prioritise the implementation of land
              reform policies 
              Use of scientific methods to monitor environmental/ natural
              disasters
              (ANY TWO)                                                               (2 x 2) (4)

1.4
        1.4.1 transition zone                                                        (1 x 1) (1)

        1.4.2 Outlying business district 
              Regional shopping centre                                               (2 x 1) (2)

        1.4.3 high rentals have forced businesses to relocate to other
              commercial areas with lower/greater variety of rentals 
              Limited space in the CBD (parking and building space). 
              The CBD has become susceptible to crime which discourages
              customers. 
              The large number of informal traders is unattractive for business. 
              Traffic /pedestrian congestion forces consumers to shop elsewhere
              and decreases business. 
              Associated with (noise, air and land) pollution which creates an
              unpleasant/ unhealthy environment. 
              Unlawfull occupation of buildings make businesses move away
              from the CBD/urban blight
              (ANY TWO)                                                           (2 x 2) (4)

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Geography/P2                               4                  September 2023 Preparatory Examination
                                         NSC – Marking Guideline

1.4.4           Availability of large amount of land for industries to be established. 
                Land is cheaper which makes it more affordable for industries. 
                Accessibility to bulk transport routes for transportation of raw
                material and finished products. 
                Availability of (skilled and unskilled) labour for industries. 
                (ANY TWO)                                                              (2 x 2) (4)

1.4.5           Controls greenhouse gases 
                Reduces the effect of urban heat island/lowers temperatures
                Cleans the air/purifies by absorbing carbon dioxide/reduces air
                pollution
                Carbon sink by releasing oxygen. 
                Reduces run-off
                Absorbs/reduces city noises and traffic sounds /buffers noise/
                filters noise
                Creates a habitat for other living organisms
                Creates a pleasing natural environment for recreational purposes. 
                Improve the aesthetics of the urban environment
                Greater biodiversity. 
                Reduces urban sprawl
                (ANY TWO)                                                          (2 x 2) (4)

1.5
        1.5.1 Houses very close together / high building density
              Houses made from variety of materials 
              No formal roads/mostly footpaths 
              Lack of services evident  (accept examples)
              (ANY ONE)                                                                 (1 x 1) (1)

        1.5.2 People are not able to afford formal housing 
              People don’t have jobs to earn an income 
              Demand for formal housing is greater than supply 
              (ANY ONE)                                                                 (1 x 2) (2)

        1.5.3 No regular garbage removal which can result in rubbish
              scattered around the settlement
              No formal roads for accessibility of public transport. 
              Lack of piped water in individual dwellings results in people having
              to use communal taps
              Lack of proper sanitation/use of communal toilets can lead to
              spread of disease and water contamination
              Flooding of the river could lead to loss of lives and damage to
              property. 
              Lack of electricity which results in illegal cables or having to use
              paraffin stoves to cook or candles for light 
              Possible risk of fires breaking out due to paraffin stoves or
              candles falling over
              (ANY TWO)                                                            (2 x 2) (4)

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Geography/P2                             5                  September 2023 Preparatory Examination
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        1.5.4 Develop formal houses/RDP houses /provide land for housing 
              Install solar panels/pre-paid electricity boxes
              Install proper toilets in houses
              Provide taps in houses
              Provide dust bins for rubbish and waste 
              Regular collection of waste 
              Develop tarred roads 
              Set up mobile clinics 
              Develop recreational areas/parks
              Open creches/libraries/schools/ youth centers 
              (ANY FOUR)                                                    (4 x 2) (8)
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QUESTION 2

2.1
        2.1.1 Z 

        2.1.2 Y 

        2.1.3 Y 

        2.1.4 Y 

        2.1.5 Z 

        2.1.6 Y 

        2.1.7 Z 

        2.1.8 Y                                                                      (8 x 1) (8)

2.2
        2.2.1 Footloose industries

        2.2.2 Ubiquitous

        2.2.3 Market orientated industries

        2.2.4 Raw- material orientated industries

        2.2.5 Light industries

        2.2.6 Bridge industries

        2.2.7 Industrial centralisation                                              (7 x 1) (7)

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Geography/P2                             6                  September 2023 Preparatory Examination
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2.3
        2.3.1 80% of world’s supply                                                  (1 x 1) (1)

        2.3.2 Gauteng, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, North West 
              (ANY TWO)                                                               (2 x 1) (2)

        2.3.3 18 metric tons                                                        (1 x 2) (2)

        2.3.4 Labour strikes
              HIV/AIDS
              Disputes between unions and mine workers
              Covid 19 pandemic 
              (ANY ONE)                                                               (1 x 2) (2)

        2.3.5 South Africa has the worlds largest platinum reserves making
              platinum mining a viable economic contributor for a long time
              Large global market for export hence earn billions of rands in
              revenue
              The platinum mining sector could add as much value to investment,
              exports and gross domestic product thus boosting the economy of
              the country
              Aims to provide employment to over one millions people by 2050,
              therefore reducing the unemployment rate and porverty
              Contributes millions of rands to royalties thereby strengthening the
              platinum mining indutry in South Africa
              Potential to create R8.2 Trillion to South Africas economy by 2050
              to sustain and strengthen the South African economy
              Platinum is used in many industrial applications supporting allied
              industry in South Africa
              Platinum is used in many medical and dental applications assisting
              the health sector in South Africa
              Has great appeal in jewellery manufacture thereby increasing the
              variety of consumer choices of precious metals                     (4 x 2) (8)
              (ANY FOUR)
              Candidates must qualify their responses and not merely lift
              from the extact.
2.4
        2.4.1 Eastern Cape                                                           (1 x 1) (1)

        2.4.2 (a) Primary: aquaculture

                (b) Secondary: agro-processing
                                Automotive                                           (2 x 1) (2)
                               (ANY ONE)
        2.4.3 Will lead to advanced socio-economic development in the area
              Will lead to skills development in the local community
              Will make possible technology transfer in the area
              Will create job opportunities for the local people
              (ANY TWO)                                                   (2 x 2) (4)

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Geography/P2                              7                  September 2023 Preparatory Examination
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        2.4.4 Abundant flat land the for expansion of existing business
              Available land for development of new businesses
              Close proximity to harbor facilities for international trade
              Good road infrastructure linking the rest of the country
              (ANY TWO)                                                                (2 x 2) (4)

        2.4.5 Economy         Boost in the economy, as increase in electricty
                              will favour development of more industries

                Environmemt          Produces comparatively little pollution
                                     which means a much cleaner environment  (2 x 2) (4)

2.5     2.5.1 Street vendor/hawking/shisanyama                                        (1 x 1) (1)

        2.5.2 They are unemployed and have no alternative source of income (1 x 2) (2)
        2.5.3 it’s a cultural experience braai, meet and make friends in an
              informal setting
              have become increasingly popular tourist destinations /popular
              places for people living outside of townships to visit 
              demand for unique food experiences
              offers a profitable market opportunity
              Provide job opportunities for local people
              (ANY TWO)                                                                (2 x 2) (4)
        2.5.4 Lack of education e.g. entrepreneurial skill limit the improvement
              of their businesses
              They don’t receive much support from the local governments
              Limited access to finance from banks etc
              Limited access to infrastructure and services eg trading facilities
              Lack of storage facilities
              Low and irregular income
              Vulnerable to crime 
              Exposure to harsh weather conditions possing health risk
              Loss of income when perishable products are no longer able to
              be sold
              (ANY TWO)                                                             (2 x 2)(4)

        2.5.5 Issue trading permits to regulate the business
                Allocate the businesses specific areas for trading
                Encourage partnership between private sector and the informal trader
                Provide infrastructure (hawker stall/carts) in areas zoned for
                informal trading
                Assist small businesses to play an active role in providing training
                Provide easier access to bank loans
                Secure insurance covers
                Provide storage facilities
                Contribute to the income of the city by paying taxes
                Provide ablution facilities
                Ensure clean/hygienic facilities
                Statistical analysis for planning
                Prevention of harassment by city officials/ law enforcement officials 
                (ANY TWO)                                                             (2 x 2) (4)
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Geography/P2                             8                  September 2023 Preparatory Examination
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SECTION B

QUESTION 3

3.1     MAP SKILLS AND CALCULATIONS

        3.1.1 161 – 132 = 29m                                                        (1 x 1) (1)

        3.1.2 A                                                                      (1 x 1) (1)

        3.1.3 B                                                                      (1 x 1) (1)

        3.1.4 Actual Distance = 4,5cm x 0,5
                              = 2,25kmRange : 2,2 – 2,3                              (2 x 1) (2)

        3.1.5 VI = 98 – 68 = 30m
              HE = 3,6 x 100 = 360m Range: 350m – 370m
              G = 30/360 
                 = 1/12
                 = 1:12            Range : 11,67 – 12,33                             (5 x 1) (5)

3.2     MAP INTERPRETATION

        3.2.1 (a)     Nucleated                                                      (1 x 1) (1)
              (b)     Flat land – contours are far apart                             (1 x 1) (1)

        3.2.2 (a) Irregular/Planned Irregular  (1 x 1)         (1)

                (b)   Smooth flow of traffic 
                      Saves fuel and time 
                      Less accidents 
                      (ANY ONE)                                                       (1 x 2) (2)

        3.2.3 (a)     Heavy                                                          (1 x 1) (1)

                (b)   Elongated Flat roof of buildings 
                      Flat land – Contours are far apart                             (2 x 1) (2)

                (c)   Large flat land for expansion
                      Away from the CBD to prevent pollution and traffic
                      congestion
                      Close to transport networks for the distribution of
                      manufactured goods
                      Close to the Mdloti river for the discharge of treated waste
                      water
                      (ANY ONE)                                                       (1 x 2) (2)

        3.2.4 Exposure to noise and air pollution
                                                                                      (1 x 2) (2)

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Geography/P2                             9                  September 2023 Preparatory Examination
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3.3
        3.3.1 (a)     Buffering involves the creation of a restriction zone of a
                      specified width around a point, line or polygonal area. 
                      (CONCEPT)                                                       (1 x 2) (2)

                (b)   Prevents the Hazelmere township from spreading too
                      close to the dam. 
                      Reduces impact of pollution of the dam.                       (1 x 2) (2)
                      (Any ONE)

        3.3.2 (a)     road/other road                                                (1 x 1) (1)

                (b)   dam/hazelmere dam                                              (1 x 1) (1)

        3.3.3 The Hazelmere dam provides water for irrigation of fruits
              and crops in the area ✓✓                                                (1 x 2) (2)

                                                                TOTAL SECTION B:               30
                                                                 GRAND TOTAL:                 150

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