# Consumer Studies Grade 11 Eastern Cape November 2013 QP > Grade 11 Consumer Studies question paper from the Eastern Cape November 2013 (English), 15 pages. Read online or download the free PDF. - Page: https://www.hlayiso.com/library/cnst-gr11-qp-eng/aa9a96d7-05b4-4774-9c4a-7f04b9da9a64 - Updated: 2026-09-27 - Subject: Consumer Studies - Grade: Grade 11 - Document type: Question paper - Year: 2013 - Exam period: Eastern Cape November - Curriculum: CAPS - Pages: 15 Breadcrumbs: [Home](https://www.hlayiso.com/) › [Library](https://www.hlayiso.com/library) › [Grade 11](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/grade-11) › [Consumer Studies](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/grade-11/consumer-studies) › [Consumer Studies Grade 11 Eastern Cape November 2013 QP](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/cnst-gr11-qp-eng/aa9a96d7-05b4-4774-9c4a-7f04b9da9a64) ## About this document Consumer Studies · Grade 11 · Eastern Cape November · 2013. Question paper, 15 pages. Read online or download the PDF. Read it free online on the page above; download the PDF from there. ## Document text Text extracted from the PDF. Layout, diagrams and tables may not survive extraction. ### Page 1 Downloaded from hlayiso.com NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE GRADE 11 NOVEMBER 2013 CONSUMER STUDIES MARKS: 200 TIME: 3 hours This question paper consists of 15 pages, including an answer sheet. ### Page 2 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 2 CONSUMER STUDIES (NOVEMBER 2013) INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION 1. This question paper consists of six questions. QUESTION SECTION MARKS 1 Short questions 40 2 The consumer 20 3 Food and nutrition 40 4 Clothing 20 5 Housing 40 6 Entrepreneurship 40 TOTAL 200 2. All questions are COMPULSORY. 3. Answer QUESTION 1 on the ATTACHED ANSWER SHEET and place it at the back of your ANSWER BOOK. 4. Number the questions correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper. 5. Start each question on a NEW PAGE. 6. A calculator may be used. 7. Pay attention to spelling and sentence construction. 8. Write in blue or black ink only. 9. Write neatly and legibly. ### Page 3 Downloaded from hlayiso.com (NOVEMBER 2013) CONSUMER STUDIES 3 QUESTION 1: SHORT QUESTIONS 1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. Choose the answer and make a cross (X) in the block (A–D) next to the question number (1.1.1–1.1.16) on the ANSWER SHEET provided. No marks will be awarded if more than one cross (X) appears for an answer. 1.1.1 Sandra needs to purchase a washing machine. The one Sandra likes cost R5 000,00. She has enough money to pay for the machine in full. Which method of payment should she choose to keep her costs as low as possible? A Debit card B Credit card C Hire purchase D Cheque for the full amount (1) 1.1.2 … is a series of numbers showing how the average prices of products and services bought by consumers change over time. A Budget B Economy C Consumer Price Index D Expenditure pattern (1) 1.1.3 The … hears complaints about credit agreements and credit providers. A National Regulator B National Creditor C National Consumer Tribunal D National Credit Act (1) 1.1.4 … is used when a person wishes to invest money for a fixed period of time. A Call account B Fixed-deposit account C Money market account D Savings account (1) 1.1.5 The addition of vitamins and minerals to specific foods are known as … A enrichment. B supplementation. C fortification. D nitrification. (1) ### Page 4 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 4 CONSUMER STUDIES (NOVEMBER 2013) 1.1.6 … is needed for the synthesis of the hormone thyroxine. A Fluoride B Potassium C Iron D Iodine (1) 1.1.7 Pregnant women should take … to ensure the development of strong bones of the foetus. A calcium B iron C sodium D fibre (1) 1.1.8 … colours are colours that are next to one another on the colour wheel. A Primary B Split complementary C Monochromatic D Analogous (1) 1.1.9 Proportion refers to the … A relationship of objects. B overall size of an object. C visual patterns. D focal points of interest. (1) 1.1.10 … is the design element that describes the surface quality of an object which can be rough, smooth, soft and shiny. A Space B Shape C Form D Texture (1) 1.1.11 … is a process of compressing a fabric to make it shrink resistant. A Embossing B Mercerising C Sanforising D Calendaring (1) 1.1.12 … is used to weave hardwearing fabrics. A Satin B Dobby C Plain D Twill (1) ### Page 5 Downloaded from hlayiso.com (NOVEMBER 2013) CONSUMER STUDIES 5 1.1.13 A written guarantee to repair or replace a faulty article is known as … A economy. B durability. C warranty. D aesthetics. (1) 1.1.14 The term used for the number items that must be made and sold to cover all business expenses are known as … A marketing strategy. B marketing mix. C overheads. D breakeven point. (1) 1.1.15 The material cost of a product includes the … A overheads. B packaging. C transport. D fringe benefits. (1) 1.1.16 These colours create a feeling of warmth: A Blue and yellow B Orange and red C Green and purple D Pink and white (1) 1.2 Give ONE word for the following descriptions. Write the word next to the question number (1.2.1–1.2.5) on your ANSWER SHEET. 1.2.1 The white, waxy fat-like substance in blood 1.2.2 Proteins that speed up chemical reactions in the body 1.2.3 The amount of energy you need to stay alive – to breathe, keep your heart pumping and digest your food 1.2.4 The mineral responsible for the functioning of the thyroid gland 1.2.5 A deficiency of this vitamin will result in scurvy (5 x 1) (5) ### Page 6 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 6 CONSUMER STUDIES (NOVEMBER 2013) 1.3 From COLUMN A, choose the design principle that matches description in COLUMN B. Make a cross (X) in the block (A–G) next to the question number (1.3.1–1.3.5) on the attached ANSWER SHEET. COLUMN A COLUMN B Design element Description 1.3.1 Horizontal lines A It creates a sense of calmness, relaxation and informality 1.3.2 Shape B It can be flat or two-dimensional 1.3.3 Diagonal lines C It has three dimensions 1.3.4 Form D Influences the emotional and visual effect of a design 1.3.5 Texture E The area around shapes or the unoccupied area between lines F Makes things appear round and continuous G Creates the impression of movement and action (5 x 1) (5) 1.4 Choose the symptom of deficiency that matches the nutrient in COLUMN A. Make a cross (X) in the block (A–G) next to the question number (1.4.1–1.4.5) on the attached ANSWER SHEET. COLUMN A COLUMN B 1.4.1 Calcium A Anaemia 1.4.2 Sodium B Rickets 1.4.3 Iron C Goitre 1.4.4 Vitamin B1 D Beriberi 1.4.5 Vitamin A E Night blindness F Muscle cramps G Scurvy (5 x 1) (5) ### Page 7 Downloaded from hlayiso.com (NOVEMBER 2013) CONSUMER STUDIES 7 1.5 From the list below, select FIVE P’s of the marketing mix and write only the correct letters (A–J) down on your ANSWER SHEET. A People B Publication C Place D Public E Price F Projection G Production H Product I Promotion J Project (5 x 1) (5) 1.6 Fill in the missing word/s. 1.6.1 … in a room refers to the focal point or centre of interest. 1.6.2 … refers to how a house is situated on a plot and the direction in which it faces. 1.6.3 … patterns in a home refer to how people move around inside and between rooms. 1.6.4 The money needed to start a business is known as … (4 x 1) (4) [40] ### Page 8 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 8 CONSUMER STUDIES (NOVEMBER 2013) QUESTION 2: THE CONSUMER 2.1 Explain the following terms: 2.1.1 CWO (2) 2.1.2 COD (2) 2.1.3 Financial Income (2) 2.2 Name the FOUR main factors that affect the expenditure or spending patterns of South African households. (4) 2.3 Discuss the following payment: Explain what internet payments are (EFT or electronic funds transfer). (2) 2.4 Read the following case study and answer the questions that follow. The Brown family budget Mr and Mrs Brown are working at different companies. They have two children, Michael, eight years old and Natasha, twelve years old who both attend the local school. They get R20,00 spending money every day because Mrs Brown has no time to make lunch. Mrs Brown spends most of her money on jewellery and readymade meals and takes their clothes to a laundromat. Mr Brown spends his money on games. The children go to the cinema every Saturday. Suggest FOUR ways the Brown family could reduce their expenses. (4 x 2) (8) [20] QUESTION 3: FOOD AND NUTRITION 3.1 Give THREE functions of fibre. (3) 3.2 Give the effect of too much protein on the body. (3) 3.3 Complete the following table: Vitamin Functions Sources Symptoms of deficiency A (2) (2) (1) (5) 3.4 Discuss THREE guidelines for good nutrition for the elderly. (3) ### Page 9 Downloaded from hlayiso.com (NOVEMBER 2013) CONSUMER STUDIES 9 3.5 Water is considered to be a nutrient as it is essential for life. Discuss the following: 3.5.1 Functions of water (4) 3.5.2 A deficiency of water (3) 3.6 Name TWO foods (sources) that are very high in cholesterol. (2) 3.7 Discuss why the following vitamins are needed during pregnancy: 3.7.1 Folic acid (2) 3.7.2 Vitamin B6 (2) 3.8 Study the list of ingredients for the Chicken Cheesecake recipe and answer the questions that follow. CHICKEN CHEESECAKE Crust 250 mℓ cream crackers (crushed) 90 mℓ margarine (melted) 2,5 mℓ mixed herbs Filling 30 mℓ margarine 1 medium onion (finely chopped) 500 mℓ chicken breast pieces (finely chopped) 30–45 mℓ cake flour 170 mℓ chicken stock 180 mℓ dry mustard 250g cottage cheese 3 eggs separated 85 mℓ fresh cream Salt and pepper to taste Top layer 15 mℓ margarine 6 fresh mushrooms (sliced) 30 mℓ cream 120 mℓ cheddar cheese (grated) 3.8.1 Identify the potentially hazardous ingredients in the recipe. (3) 3.8.2 Explain why the above ingredients are potentially dangerous. (2) 3.8.3 The chicken cheesecake will be served at a birthday party. The ingredients will be bought the day before and the cheesecake will be made on the morning of the party. Suggest suitable control measures that can be put in place to ensure the chicken cheesecake will be safe to eat (start with buying the ingredients and ending with serving the dish). (8 x 1) (8) [40] ### Page 10 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 10 CONSUMER STUDIES (NOVEMBER 2013) QUESTION 4: CLOTHING 4.1 Give advice when selecting clothing for a person with a triangular body shape. (4) 4.2 Discuss how the following colours will have an effect on the size of your figure: 4.2.1 Red (with a low value) (1) 4.2.2 Green (with a high value) (1) 4.3 Answer the following questions about rhythm. 4.3.1 Explain the design principle rhythm. (2) 4.3.2 Name THREE ways how rhythm can be achieved. (3) 4.4 Study the pictures below and answer the questions that follow. Identify the type of balance in each of the following. A B C Tabulate your answer as follows: Sketch Type of balance Effect on the body A (1) (1) B (1) (1) C (1) (1) (6) 4.5 “Texture” is affected by light. Discuss the effect of light on: 4.5.1 Smooth textures (2) 4.5.2 Rough textures (1) [20] ### Page 11 Downloaded from hlayiso.com (NOVEMBER 2013) CONSUMER STUDIES 11 QUESTION 5: HOUSING AND INTERIOR 5.1 Complete the table below with reference to an open plan. Tabulate your answer as follows: Type of plan Explanation Two advantages Two disadvantages Open Plan (2) (2) (2) (6) 5.2 List THREE consumer responsibilities when purchasing furniture. (3) 5.3 Give FOUR guidelines to consider when drawing up a lighting plan for a home. (4) 5.4 Compare the properties of wood and bamboo when used in the manufacturing of furniture. Tabulate your answer as follows: Properties Wood Bamboo Maintenance (2) (2) Impact on the environment (2) (2) (8) 5.5 Well-planned homes have sufficient storage for all activities that take place. Name THREE storage principles. (3) 5.6 Study the floor plan below and then answer the questions that follow. 5.6.1 Name the THREE basic zones and the example of the room in this home where these activities take place. Tabulate your answer as follows: Zones Room (a) (b) (c) (6) 5.6.2 Comment on the traffic flow upon entering the living room from outside through to the kitchen. (2) ### Page 12 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 12 CONSUMER STUDIES (NOVEMBER 2013) 5.7 Mrs Steenkamp has a problem with her bedroom. The room is very small. Suggest to her possible solutions to her problem. (4) 5.8 Study the sketch below and answer the questions that follow. Identity TWO types of line and the illusion it has in the room. Tabulate your answer as follows: Type of line Effect (2) (2) (4) [40] QUESTION 6: ENTREPRENEURSHIP 6.1 Explain the following: 6.1.1 Target market (2) 6.1.2 Standardise (2) 6.1.3 Product specification (2) 6.2 Name the SIX core principles of marketing. (6) 6.3 Name and explain the first THREE stages of the product life cycle. (3 x 2) (6) 6.4 State FOUR ways to complete a needs analysis. (4) 6.5 Study the following and answer the questions that follow. 6.5.1 Calculate the breakeven point for a product. Selling price = R15,00 per pack of 4 items Variable costs per week = R3,00 Fixed costs per week = R120,00 (6) 6.5.2 Explain how calculating the breakeven point would benefit the business. (3) ### Page 13 Downloaded from hlayiso.com (NOVEMBER 2013) CONSUMER STUDIES 13 6.6 Answer the question for the practical option that your school offers. THEORY OF FOOD PRODUCTION 6.6.1 Name THREE ways to prevent lump formation when preparing a milk tart filling. (3) 6.6.2 Give the characteristics of successful choux pastry. (3) 6.6.3 How should biscuits be packaged to keep them fresh and crisp? (3) OR THEORY OF CLOTHING 6.6.1 Name THREE ways of transferring pattern markings to fabric. (3) 6.6.2 Give the characteristics of good ironing and pressing. (3) 6.6.3 Discuss how to maintain your overlocker. (3) OR THEORY OF SOFT FURNISHING 6.6.1 Name THREE types of curtain headings. (3) 6.6.2 Name THREE factors to consider when buying fabric for cushions. (3) 6.6.3 Calculate how much fabric you would require for the following curtain:  Width of curtain track 400 cm  Fabric width 300 cm  Curtain length 2,5 m (3) OR THEORY OF KNITTING AND CROCHETING 6.6.1 Write the following abbreviations in full: (a) sl (1) (b) yrn (1) (c) P (1) ### Page 14 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 14 CONSUMER STUDIES (NOVEMBER 2013) 6.6.2 Complete the following table: Needles Uses (a) Cable needles (1) (b) Double-pointed (1) (c) Point protectors (1) 6.6.3 Explain how to join yarn when crocheting. (3) OR THEORY OF PATCHWORK QUILTING BY HAND 6.6.1 Give THREE reasons why pure cotton fabrics are best. (3) 6.6.2 What is the purpose of batting when doing quilting? (3) 6.6.3 Discuss the importance of labelling quilted articles for selling. (3) [40] TOTAL: 200 ### Page 15 Downloaded from hlayiso.com (NOVEMBER 2013) CONSUMER STUDIES 15 CONSUMER STUDIES ANSWER SHEET NAME: ……………………………………… GRADE 11……. NOVEMBER 2013 QUESTION 1.1 QUESTION 1.4 1.1.1 A B C D 1.4.1 A B C D E F G 1.1.2 A B C D 1.4.2 A B C D E F G 1.1.3 A B C D 1.4.3 A B C D E F G 1.1.4 A B C D 1.4.4 A B C D E F G 1.1.5 A B C D 1.4.5 A B C D E F G (5 x 1) 5 1.1.6 A B C D 1.1.7 A B C D QUESTION 1.5 1.1.8 A B C D 1.1.9 A B C D ANY ORDER 1.1.10 A B C D 1.1.11 A B C D 1.1.12 A B C D (5 x 1) 5 1.1.13 A B C D 1.1.14 A B C D QUESTION 1.6 1.1.15 A B C D 1.6.1 1.1.16 A B C D (16 x 1) 16 1.6.2 1.6.3 QUESTION 1.2 1.6.4 (4 x 1) 4 1.2.1 1.2.2 1.2.3 1.2.4 1.2.5 (5 x 1) 5 QUESTION 1.3 1.3.1 A B C D E F G 1.3.2 A B C D E F G 1.3.3 A B C D E F G 1.3.4 A B C D E F G 1.3.5 A B C D E F G (5 x 1) 5 TOTAL 40 ## Related documents - [CNST GR11 -QP-Afr](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/cnst-gr11-qp-afr/e9fedfc6-08e5-4f4a-8daa-cd86d4909daf) — Consumer Studies · QP · 2013 · Afr - [CNST GR11-MEMO-Eng](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/cnst-gr11-memo-eng/dd2724fd-f59e-41d5-b913-d7db7df44e92) — Consumer Studies · Memo · 2013 · Eng - [CNST GR11 -MEMO-Afr](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/cnst-gr11-memo-afr/c0ecbe94-37ae-4a4f-9a02-b88114c04ec3) — Consumer Studies · Memo · 2013 · Afr - [CONS STUDIES QP GR11 NOV 2019 Afr D](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/cons-studies-qp-gr11-nov-2019-afr-d/ef833d3e-5ca9-4075-9852-58545aba2744) — Consumer Studies · QP · 2019 · Afr - [CONS STUDIES QP GR11 NOV 2019 Eng D](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/cons-studies-qp-gr11-nov-2019-eng-d/f7a5a629-7e60-40cd-80a3-3bd756bc7d60) — Consumer Studies · QP · 2019 · Eng - [CONSUMER STUDIES GR11 QP NOV2018 Afr D](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/consumer-studies-gr11-qp-nov2018-afr-d/bf0becdd-477a-4f17-859f-c6b455994b34) — Consumer Studies · QP · 2018 · Afr ## More from Grade 11 Consumer Studies - [Gr 11 Con Stu ATP 2023-24](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/gr-11-con-stu-atp-2023-24/ac4fc15b-afd5-4962-81be-2cac053bf185) — ATP - [CONSUMER STUDIES GR12 MEMO NOV2022 Afrikaans](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/consumer-studies-gr12-memo-nov2022-afrikaans/d7512f46-9ccd-48dc-a3b8-1dcf41088c4d) — Memo · 2022 · Afr - [CONSUMER STUDIES GR12 MEMO NOV2022 English](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/consumer-studies-gr12-memo-nov2022-english/a34a2484-8890-404d-8cf4-c8570696b720) — Memo · 2022 · Eng - [CONSUMER STUDIES GR11 MEMO NOV2020 AFR D](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/consumer-studies-gr11-memo-nov2020-afr-d/88280604-0722-46b6-9e12-a731ea64c240) — Memo · 2020 · Afr - [CONSUMER STUDIES GR11 QP MEMO NOV2020 AFR D](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/consumer-studies-gr11-qp-memo-nov2020-afr-d/cc44b7cc-9697-4dd2-b2c2-dc78c78c94bb) — Memo · 2020 · Afr - [CONSUMER STUDIES GR11 MEMO NOV2020 ENG D](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/consumer-studies-gr11-memo-nov2020-eng-d/c072dbdb-88ab-4c8e-8872-68fc13380cdd) — Memo · 2020 · Eng ## Collection - [Grade 11 past papers](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/past-papers) --- Hlayiso: free CAPS and IEB past papers, memos, notes and study guides for South African learners. 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