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GRADE 12
DRAMATIC ARTS
FEBRUARY/MARCH 2018
MARKING GUIDELINES
MARKS: 150
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Dramatic Arts 2 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2018
NSC – Marking Guidelines
GENERAL NOTES FOR THE CHIEF MARKER AND MARKERS
1. The purpose of assessment/examination processes is not only to determine the
'remembering' of knowledge taught and learnt at each of the 6 cognitive levels of
knowledge, but also to determine the complexity of the thinking process the
candidate applies to the knowledge retrieved from memory. The tool to assess
these two components is Anderson and Krathwohl's revised Blooms' Taxonomy.
• 6 cognitive levels of difficulty
• 4 thinking processes of complexity
2. The marking guideline discussion forum, before marking commences, cannot
sufficiently predict all responses. Provincial markers need to take this into account,
be open to candidates' responses and make sure that different teaching styles do
not disadvantage the learner/candidate.
3. Spend the first day unpacking the quality and quantity of the evidence in the
marking guidelines, standardise required responses and find common definitions
and concepts. Assimilate the
• Expected responses for each question
• The cognitive level of difficulty required from the candidate
• The type of thinking process and complexity of thinking required from the
candidate
• Action verbs used at each of the cognitive levels and the type of evidence
required (facts, concepts, processes and thinking).
• Refer to the annexures at the end of the marking guidelines
4. If the marking guidelines do not give clear guidance, a marker must indicate, with
a short comment, why marks were awarded or not.
5. Tick clearly next to the required cognitive level/thinking process of complexity/
concept/content/skills/knowledge aspects required when a mark is awarded.
Markers should engage actively with the answer.
• Refer to rubrics in the annexure at the end of the marking guidelines
6. During the marking process, have regular rounds of consultation to ensure marking
is standardised.
7. Where a candidate writes more than the suggested number of words, do not
penalise (e.g. essay question).
8. Mark globally where possible. Markers accept any correct, relevant and well-
motivated answers.
9. Markers must check that candidates' responses align with the Curriculum
Assessment Policy Statement's Broad Topics and Topics, Content (concepts, skills
and knowledge).
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Dramatic Arts 3 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2018
NSC – Marking Guidelines
STANDARDISATION OF MARKING ACROSS THE PROVINCES
Rating of Essay and Response Questions
The chief marker in each province must clarify the paradigm from which the questions
and the accompanying marking guidelines were designed and set:
1. Item difficulty:
How complex is the design of the question?
2. Task difficulty:
What is the cognitive level and thinking process required from the candidate?
3. Stimulus difficulty:
How difficult or easy is it to understand and apply the source?
4. Expected response difficulty:
What is the quantity (how much) and quality (how well) of the expected response,
required from the candidate, as provided in the marking guidelines?
Does it align with the item, task and stimulus?
Are the marks appropriately weighted and allocated?
–Leong: 2002
In the training of markers at the beginning of the marking process, the chief marker in
each province should adhere to the following procedure. This will assist with the
standardisation of the scoring of candidate's essays and responses for each part of the
examination. It will also standardise national marking procedures, processes and
results.
Introduction to the Task
• Raters read the task required from the Item and summarise it.
• Raters read the Item and plan a response to the task.
• Raters share response plans and summarise expectations for student
responses/share not just the quantity of evidence (how much) but the quality of
evidence (How well).
Introduction to the Rubric and Anchor Papers
• Trainer reviews rubric with reference to the task.
• Trainer reviews procedures for assigning holistic scores (i.e., by matching
evidence from the response to the language of the rubric and by weighing all
qualities equally).
• Trainer leads review of each anchor paper and commentary. (NOTE: Anchor
papers are ordered from high to low within each score level.)
Practise Scoring Individually
• Raters score a set of practice papers individually. Raters should score the papers
independently.
• Trainer records scores and leads discussion. (Practice papers should contain
scores and commentaries.)
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Dramatic Arts 4 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2018
NSC – Marking Guidelines
INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
1. This question paper consists of FOUR sections:
SECTION A: 20th Century Theatre Movements (30)
SECTION B: South African Theatre: 1960–1994 (40)
SECTION C: South African Theatre: Post-1994 – Contemporary (40)
SECTION D: The History of Theatre, Practical Concepts, Content and Skills (40)
2. SECTION A
QUESTION 1 is COMPULSORY.
Refer to the play text you have studied and the relevant 20th Century Theatre
Movement.
EPIC THEATRE
• Caucasian Chalk Circle Bertolt Brecht
• Kaukasiese Krytsirkel Translation of Bertolt Brecht play text
• Mother Courage Bertolt Brecht
• Moeder Courage Translation of Bertolt Brecht play text
• The Good Person of Szechwan Bertolt Brecht
• Kanna Hy Kô Hystoe Adam Small
OR
THEATRE OF THE ABSURD
• Waiting for Godot Samuel Beckett
• Afspraak met Godot Translation of Samuel Beckett play text
• Bagasie André P Brink
• The Bald Primadonna Eugene Ionesco
• Die Kaalkop Primadonna Translation of Eugene Ionesco play text
OR
POSTMODERN THEATRE
• Skrapnel Willem Anker
• Top Girls Carol Churchill
• Popcorn Ben Elton
• Buried Child Sam Shepard
3. SECTION B
This section consists of THREE questions. Answer only ONE question in
this section.
QUESTION 2: Woza Albert! Percy Mtwa, Mbongeni Ngema and
Barney Simon OR
QUESTION 3: Sophiatown Junction Avenue Theatre Company OR
QUESTION 4: Siener in die Suburbs PG du Plessis
4. SECTION C
This section consists of THREE questions. Answer only ONE question in
this section.
QUESTION 5: Nothing but the Truth John Kani OR
QUESTION 6: Groundswell Ian Bruce OR
QUESTION 7: Missing Reza de Wet
5. SECTION D
This section is COMPULSORY. Answer QUESTIONS 8 AND 9.
QUESTION 8: Theatre history, Practical concepts, Content and Skills
QUESTION 9: Theatre history, Practical concepts, Content and Skills
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Dramatic Arts 5 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2018
NSC – Marking Guidelines
SECTION A: 20th CENTURY THEATRE MOVEMENTS
QUESTION 1
Topic 12.1: 20th Century 'isms'
12.3: Absurd Theatre or Epic Theatre or Post Modern Theatre
12.4: Prescribed Play Text 1: 20th century Theatre Movements Epic Theatre or Theatre of
the Absurd or Post-Modern Theatre
Cognitive level of difficulty Analysing, evaluating, creating
Command verbs Discuss, evaluate, create
Explanation of command verb To determine, judge, consider the significance, value, purpose, worth or condition of something by
careful appraisal and study for the purpose of understanding, interpreting or guiding.
Complexity of Thinking Process Metacognition
Level of Complexity/ Very Difficult
Problem Solving
Rubric type Extended Constructed Response Rubric (ECR)
Mark allocation Low 9 Middle 12 High 9
Quality Mark Quality of evidence
Level allocation
High End Score point The response indicates application of a reasonable strategy that leads to a correct solution in the context
of the problem. The procedural representations are correct. The explanation and/or justification is
24–30 logically sound, clearly presented, fully developed, supports the solution, and does not contain significant
conceptual errors. The response demonstrates a complete understanding and analysis of the problem.
Average and Score point The response indicates application of a reasonable strategy that may or may not lead to a correct
Above solution. The use of content/skill is essentially correct. The explanation and/or justification is generally
Average 15–23 well developed, feasible, and supports the solution. The response demonstrates a clear understanding
and analysis of the problem.
Achieved Score point The response indicates an incomplete application of a reasonable strategy that may or may not lead
to a fit-for-purpose solution. The use of content/skill is fundamentally correct. The explanation and/or
11–14 justification support the solution and are plausible, although it may not be well developed or complete.
The response demonstrates a conceptual understanding and analysis of the problem.
Weak Score point The response indicates little or no application of a reasonable strategy. It may or may not have the
correct answer. The use of content/skill is incomplete or missing. The explanation and/or justification
1–10 reveal serious flaws in reasoning. The explanation and/or justification may be incomplete or missing.
The response demonstrates a minimal understanding and analysis of the problem.
Not Score point The response is completely incorrect or irrelevant. There may be no response, or the response may
Achieved 0 state, 'I don't know.'
The following content pointers serve as a guide:
The candidate must:
• Answer this question in the form of an essay
• Use the play text he/she has studied as an example
• Refer to either one of the three movements: Theatre of the Absurd OR Epic Theatre OR Postmodern Theatre in
their answer
• Refer to the Source in their answer
• Demonstrate the question and source have been analysed, understood and integrated in their essay
The content of the essay must cover the following:
1. ONE selected Theatre Movement:
o Theatre of the Absurd OR
o Epic Theatre OR
o Postmodern Theatre
2. Play text studied
3. Question
4. Source
Markers note:
• Candidate must demonstrate that the above has been understood and critically analysed and applied in the essay
• Rote learnt knowledge must be contextualised in an original argument that displays factual, contextual, procedural
and meta-cognitive thinking
• The rubric on the next page is a guide to the marker to assess the:
o Levels of cognitive process dimension (remembering, understanding, applying, analysing, evaluating and
creating)
o Complexities of thinking displayed by the candidate (factual, conceptual, procedural, metacognitive)
• Responses may be in the form of notes
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Dramatic Arts 6 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2018
NSC – Marking Guidelines
DESCRIPTOR MARKS THE CANDIDATE DEMONSTRATES THE FOLLOWING:
Thinking process: Appraises factual, conceptual, procedural and meta-cognitive knowledge in relation to
Outstanding
the question, source and content.
• Integrates the demands of the question and source in a new, creative and original manner
Metacognitive 27–30
• Evaluates examples, from the play text, the theatre movement and other additional sources within an
Knowledge 90–100
expansive range of insightfully chosen theoretical, practical and aesthetic content
A+
Create • Designs and creates an argument in a new and unique pattern that shows evidence of reflexive,
creative, critical and analytical thinking
Cognitive level: Demonstrates an ability to create, reorganise, discover, renew, change, improve
Thinking process: Appraises factual, conceptual, procedural and meta-cognitive knowledge in relation to
Excellent the question, source and content and integrates the demands of the question and source in a
differentiated, interpretative and interesting manner
24–26
Metacognitive • Appraises/Assesses examples from the play text, the theatre movement and other additional sources
80–89
Knowledge within a significant range of appropriately chosen theoretical, practical and aesthetic content
A
• Compiles an argument in an interesting pattern that shows evidence of reflective, critical and analytical
Evaluate thinking
Cognitive level: Demonstrates an ability to judge, critique, recommend, evaluate, propose
Thinking process: Analyses, distinguishes and explores factual, conceptual and procedural knowledge
Meritorious
in relation to the question, source and content. and integrates the demands of the question and source
21–23 in an differentiated and interpretative manner
Procedural
70–79 • Analyses/Dissects examples from the play text, the theatre movement and other additional sources
Knowledge
B within a broad range of appropriately chosen theoretical, practical and aesthetic content
Analyse • Compiles an argument that shows evidence of critical and analytical thinking
Cognitive level: Demonstrates an ability to infer, deconstruct concepts, interrelate, attribute, discover
Thinking process: Analyses and distinguishes factual, conceptual and procedural knowledge in relation
Substantial
to the question, source and content. Integrates the demands of the question and source in an organised,
18–20 differentiated and interpretative manner
Procedural
60–69 • Integrates examples from the play text, the theatre movement and other additional sources within a
Knowledge
C wide range of appropriately chosen theoretical, practical and aesthetic content
Apply • Provides an argument that shows evidence of critical and analytical thinking
Cognitive level: Demonstrates an ability to apply, construct, integrate
Thinking process: Explains, interprets and rephrases factual and conceptual knowledge in relation to the
Adequate question, source, content and integrates the demands of the question and source in a conventional
manner
15–17
Conceptual • Interprets examples from the play text, the theatre movement and other additional sources within
50–59
Knowledge a general range of theoretical, practical and aesthetic content predictable
D
• Provides an argument that points analytical thinking
Understand Cognitive level: Demonstrates an ability to interpret, infer, exemplify, classify, summarise, compare,
explain
Thinking process: Explains and interprets factual and conceptual knowledge to the question, source and
Moderate
content. Integrates the demands of the question and source in a differentiated manner
12–14 • Explains examples from the play text, the theatre movement and other additional sources within
Conceptual
40–49 a predictable range of theoretical, practical and aesthetic content
Knowledge
E • Writes an explanation within predictable/general thinking processes
Cognitive level: Demonstrates an ability to interpret, infer, exemplify, classify, summarise, compare,
Understand
explain,
Thinking process: Defines and applies knowledge from memory. Integrates the demands in relation to
Elementary
the question and source in an uncomplicated/straight forward/fundamental level within a common
10–11 manner
Factual
30–39 • Selects examples from the play text, the theatre movement and other additional sources within
Knowledge
F a narrow range of theoretical, practical and aesthetic content
Remember • Writes an explanation within predictable thinking processes
Cognitive level: Demonstrates an elementary ability to problem solve, identify, list, relate, define
Not Thinking process: Remembers and applies knowledge from memory. Attempts to integrate the question
Achieved and source but demonstrates a limited, to basic ability, to solve the demands of the question and quote
1–9 • Chooses examples from the play text, the theatre movement and other additional sources within
Factual 20–29 a constricted, predictable range of theoretical, practical and aesthetic content
Knowledge G
• Writes an explanation within a basic range of thinking processes
Remember Cognitive level: Demonstrates a limited ability to identify, list, relate, define
Not Thinking process: Demonstrates no understanding of the question or source, unable to write an
Achieved essay, provides no examples from the play text or the theatre movement OR
0 • Presents facts, unrelated to the question OR
Factual
H • Unable to identify, list, relate, define OR
Knowledge
Cognitive level: Presents memorised information and content that does not answer the question
Remember
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Dramatic Arts 7 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2018
NSC – Marking Guidelines
The following content pointers serve as general information on the theatre movements.
EPIC THEATRE
Intention and purpose:
• Distances the audience from the action
• Allows the audience to see the world in which they live more clearly, rather than
taking their beliefs for granted
• Makes a clear distinction between a Theatre of Illusion ('Dramatic' Theatre) and Epic
Theatre
• Opposed to the idea of pretence (a typical feature of Realism)
• Spectators to be alert
• Realism has lost its worth – undermines the role of the spectator – reduces him to a
passive onlooker
• Removes the 'illusion' of Realism
• Employs various techniques to 'alienate' the audience – difference between what they
see on the stage and what is real
Techniques: Use of:
• 'Verfremdungseffekt' or alienation to distance the audience from the action on the
stage
• Purpose of music – must provide a noteworthy commentary on the action, e.g. in
Mother Courage the ironically bitter words of a song which speak of the character's
steady moral decline are deliberately arranged to a sweet, carefree tune – the
incongruity between the tune and the words compels the audience to think about the
true meaning of the song
• Songs placed between the scenes to tell what must happen before it occurs
• Stage space is non-specific
• Sets are simple and symbolic
• Theatre should 'make strange' the actions that are presented
• Historification – the playwright should highlight the 'pastness' of the events by
separating them from the present
Audience response:
• Spectator to think that if he or she had experienced the same conditions as those
demonstrated in the play, he/she would have acted in a different way because of the
lessons learnt
• Spectator to then consider what he or she would have done to make a positive
difference
• Spectator must be inspired to make similar valuable social improvements with regard
to the current state of affairs
• Spectator is encouraged to bring about social reforms in his community or
environment
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Dramatic Arts 8 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2018
NSC – Marking Guidelines
THEATRE OF THE ABSURD
Intention and purpose. The Absurdist world:
• Appears to have no true order or meaning
• Offers the audience an existentialist point of view of the outside world
• Forces the audience to consider their meaning in the world
• Has no definite, specific or recognisable existence
• Presents human beings as what they make of themselves
• Presents human beings as determined by their actions and choices
• Presents a pessimistic outlook of the human struggle
• Is mainly concerned with mankind's search for meaning
Characters:
• Are not fixed
• Represents humanity, while they themselves are nothing
• Exists in a bleak world devoid of meaning
• Are lost, confused
• Are worthless and absurd in their actions
• Clown-like
• Stay together as they are afraid to be alone in such an incomprehensible world
• Lack identity – dull, uninteresting and lack dimension
• Are not well-rounded – they have no past and audience is given little indication of
what the future may be
• Remain static and show no development
• Come across as being repulsive, pathetic, miserable and incapable
• Appear to be emotionally empty
• Display qualities that are exaggerated
• Are used to express Absurdists' views of the human condition
• Are mutually dependent
• Used as 'social puppets'
• Perform in double acts
Language and dialogue:
• Signal that humans are not adept at communication
• Act as a barrier to communication
• Isolate the individual even more
• Portrays speech is almost futile
• Question the value of language
• Has lost its ability to communicate
• Attempts at communication often 'disintegrate' from clichés to meaningless syllables
• Demonstrate the inability of language to bridge the gap between the characters
• Present the dehumanising, automatisation and meaningless of the human existence
• Present the unexpected, the bizarre and the absurd
• Portray silence as a means of communication
• Demonstrate the meaninglessness of conversations
• Are constructed as 'habitual' and superficial
• Are used as to escape from the tediousness of lives
• Construct new words
• Are banal daily conversations and mixed with literary language, puns, clichés, slang
and repetitions which are interspersed with poetic language
• Are a repetition of a style of dialogue and is used to emphasise the cyclic nature of life
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Dramatic Arts 9 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2018
NSC – Marking Guidelines
Themes are based on the:
• Temporality and evanescence of time
• Tragic difficulty of becoming aware of one's own self in the merciless process of
renovation and destruction that occurs in life
• Change of time
• Difficulty of communication
• Unending quest for reality
• Tragic nature of relationships
• Man's terror in the face of total meaninglessness
• Anguish (existential angst)
• Isolation and loneliness of man, lost in a world in which God has deserted him
• Illusion that science and reason are illusory
POSTMODERNISM
Intention and purpose. Postmodernism:
• Developed from the Absurdist point of view
• Rejects the certainties of the modern era
• Rejects grand narrative or singular truth
• Rejects the idea that there is a dominant set of beliefs or a neat solution
• 'Destroys' the 'truth'
• Embraces multiple view points, perspectives, realities
• Includes art, theatre, architecture, music, film, literature, fashion, TV and other forms
of expression
• Borrows from a multiple array of styles
• Rejects the notion of 'high art' and 'low art'
• Embraces avant garde (forward thinking) experimental theatre
• Does not prescribe to a 'purity' in art
• 'Trashes' high art
• Contains no fixed way of creating art
• Moves towards a more subjective opinion
• Holds that culture belongs to every person
• Deconstructs (a way of taking set notions apart and putting them together again in a
new, disrupted and disjointed manner) ideas, images and constructs
• Contradicts ideas, images and constructs
• Does not prescribe a meaning, point of view or perspective
• Holds the notion that each individual viewer creates his/her own unique meaning
• Reflects and celebrates the madness and chaotic way of life in a popular culture
• Enjoys nonsense art, ideas, constructs and theories
• Sees irony and humour
• Emphasises HOW things are seen as opposed to WHAT is seen
Pastiches:
• Visual arts techniques of different images, media forms, etc. are pasted together to
create one piece
• References and layers of different texts and images
• Non-linear in construction
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NSC – Marking Guidelines
Metatheatre/Text:
• Reminds viewers that they are in the theatre
• Contains characters that can step out of character and communicate with the
audience
• Used to reflect on the art work itself
• Non-linear in construction
• Reflexive
• Used to make events non-essential
• Used to pose theories or ideas
• Broken up
• Overlap with many points of view and conflicting voices
Performances are:
• The main focus
• The main process
• Not captured in a script because they consist of images, sounds and multimedia
• Not based on an antagonist – there is no guilty party
Rehearsal processes are:
• Improvised
• Changed
• Revised
• Updated
• Continually transformed through performance
Audience is:
• An important active element
• Often included in the dialogue
Play texts:
• Have no clear beginning, middle or end
• Make the script just the starting point
• Have unanswered questions
Texts (visual, aural, the human body, etc.):
• Look at themes or theatrical devices
• Leave the play open-ended
• Embrace the idea that the audience makes their own meaning
• Ask more questions than are answered
• Contain visual images and non-spoken actions
• Deconstruct a truth and do not accept only one reality
• Use time, space and structure to echo the deconstructed or defragmented story
or plot
• Do not necessarily have real people
• Characters and people are merely a representation of fragmented ideas
• Often start at a realistic point, but unravel and the action becomes unreal as the play
goes along
TOTAL SECTION A: 30
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Dramatic Arts 11 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2018
NSC – Marking Guidelines
SECTION B: SOUTH AFRICAN THEATRE: 1960–1994
The candidate must answer only ONE question in this section.
QUESTION 2: WOZA ALBERT! BY PERCY MTWA, MBONGENI NGEMA AND
BARNEY SIMON
SOURCE B
2.1 Topics 11.4: South African Theatre: Protest
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Play Text (1960–1994)
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Remembering
Command verb Identify
Explanation of Command Verb To recognise a problem, need, facts etc. And to show what it is and that it
exists/To prove who or what someone or something
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 0 Middle 1 High 1
Markers accept any relevant answers.
The following is a guide:
Albert:
• Is Chief Albert Luthuli, one of the South African struggle heroes
• Represents freedom fighters the people wish to raise (2)
2.2 Topics 11.4: South African Theatre: Protest
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Play Text (1960–1994)
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Explain
Explanation of Command Make something clear, easy to understand by describing it in more detail or
Verb revealing relevant facts or information about it/Give a reason to justify or
excuse (an event or action)
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 1
Markers accept any relevant answers which reflect knowledge of the original
production of Woza Albert!.
Award full marks for:
• Two well-motivated statements or
• Four separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
Vocal Skills:
• Actors sing and use their voices to make music, e.g. Jazz band in scene 1
• Music is live, immediate and spontaneous, e.g. actors sing freedom songs
Physical Skills
• Actors create rhythmic noises by stamping their feet, e.g. toyi-toyi
• Use their bodies to create a jazz totem (4)
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NSC – Marking Guidelines
2.3 Topics 11.4: South African Theatre: Protest
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Play Text (1960–1994)
12.7 Performance Text in Context
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Analysing
Command verb Analyse
Explanation of Command Verb Examine, study something methodically and in detail, typically in order to
discover, explain and interpret it
Complexity of Thinking Level Conceptual
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 1 High 1
Markers accept any relevant answers which reflect an understanding and
analysis of how pre-recorded music might change the impact of the play.
The following is a guide:
Pre-recorded music:
• Might detract from the immediacy and live elements of performance
• Removes the capacity of the actor to show creativity and variety in
performance
• Might create technical problems in production which may interrupt the
performance (3)
2.4 Topics 11.4: South African Theatre: Protest
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Play Text (1960–1994)
12.7 Performance Text in Context
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Motivate
Explanation of Command Verb Give a reason, present facts and arguments in support of doing, stating
something
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 1
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which display an
evaluation of the continued success of Woza Albert!.
Award full marks for:
• Two well-motivated statements or
• Four separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
Woza Albert! provides audiences with:
• Entertainment through the use of a variety of characterisations, song,
dance, mime, etc. while at the same time creating awareness of the
sociopolitical situation
• Education, highlighting apartheid issues e.g. pass laws
• Impetus for mobilisation of the masses to action, e.g. toyi-toyi, rousing
songs at the end of the play
• Themes and messages which are still relevant to audiences of today,
e.g. education, poverty and exploitation of workers etc.
• Language and dialogue which is accessible to the masses
• Stereotypical characters who are easily recognisable (4)
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Dramatic Arts 13 DBE/Feb.–Mar. 2018
NSC – Marking Guidelines
2.5.1 Topics 11.4: South African Theatre: Protest
11.12 Personal Resource Development; Acting and performance,
Performance Texts in Context, Theatre Production
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Play Text (1960–1994)
12.7 Performance Text in Context
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Remembering
Command verb Name
Explanation of Command Verb To identify, specify or mention by name
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle High
Markers accept any relevant answers which display the selection of a different
genre, e.g. realism. (1)
2.5.2 Topics 11.4: South African Theatre: Protest
11.12 Personal Resource Development; Acting and performance,
Performance Texts in Context, Theatre Production
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Play Text (1960–1994)
12.7 Performance Text in Context
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Remembering
Command verb Describe
Explanation of Command Verb To give, narrate, relate, tell, describe, express a detailed account of
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 2 Middle 0 High 0
Markers accept any relevant answers which describe a scene from the play,
e.g. 'I would select the barber shop scene in which the barber cuts the
customers' hair and is interviewed by Skulu.' (2)
2.5.3 Topics 11.4: South African Theatre: Protest
11.12 Personal Resource Development; Acting and performance,
Performance Texts in Context, Theatre Production
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Play Text (1960–1994)
12.7 Performance Text in Context
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Explain
Explanation of Command Verb Make something clear, easy to understand by describing it in more details or
revealing relevant facts or information about it/Give reasons to justify or
excuse (an action or event)
Complexity of Thinking Level Conceptual
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 2 Middle 2 High 2
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which display
creativity and the application of the chosen style of performance as selected in
QUESTION 2.5.2 in the staging of their scene.
Award full marks for:
• Three well-motivated statements or
• Six separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
Genre of performance, e.g. realism might include:
• Recorded sound which might be played instead of having actors using
their voices to produce sound and sound effects, e.g. the sound of a
moving train, helicopter, truck in motion, etc.
• Various lighting techniques to enhance the realistic nature of the scene
• Acting which is realistic
• Realistic set, props and costumes (6)
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2.6 Topics 11.4: South African Theatre: Protest
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Play Text (1960–1994)
12.7 Performance Text in Context
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Analysing
Command verb Analyse
Explanation of Command Verb Examine, study something methodically and in detail, typically in order
to discover, explain and interpret it
Complexity of Thinking Level Conceptual
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 2 Middle 2 High 0
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which display an
analysis and evaluation of the effectiveness of all the elements of the final
scene to make it a 'thrilling conclusion' and have the ability to inspire solidarity
and action.
Award full marks for:
• Three well-motivated statements or
• Six separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
The final scene:
Action:
• Calls for action: the struggle heroes are raised to assist the people to fight
against the evils of apartheid
• Gives hope of a better future to the oppressed
• Inspires the people to work together to effect change in their lives and
communities
• Encourages the audience to be active as opposed to being passive, thus
taking action together in solidarity
• Reminds the audience of the sacrifices of the struggle heroes
Performance style:
• Animated singing and dancing
• Emotionally rousing statements
• Evocative invoking of the spirit of dead struggle heroes
• Inclusion of the audience through direct addressing of the audience
• The audience might also participate in the chanting and singing (6)
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2.7 Topics 11.4: South African Theatre: Protest
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Play Text (1960–1994)
12.7 Performance Text in Context
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Evaluating
Command verb Evaluate
Explanation of Command Verb To determine, judge, consider the significance, value, purpose
Complexity of Thinking Level Meta Cognitive
Level of Complexity/ Difficult
Problem Solving
Rubric type Extended Constructed Response (ECR)
Mark allocation Low 3 Middle 5 High 4
Refer to the notes and the rubric in the annexure to guide your marking.
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which reflect
understanding, analysing, evaluating, applying and creating, based on the
subject matter of the question. Candidates must refer to specific examples
from the play text and current events.
The following is a guide:
Exploitation
• Workers are still exploited by unscrupulous bosses, e.g. in the play text
Baas Kom is exploiting the workers in Coronation brick yard by making
them work hard yet he pays them minimum wages
• They work long hours for very little pay
• There is unfair treatment by management, e.g. Bobbejaan and Zuluboy
are not treated the same by their employer
• There is suppression of worker rights e.g. Baas Kom threatens to fire his
workers because they complain about the poor working and living
conditions
• Unfair pay structures further exploit workers
• There are few jobs and many people are seeking employment
Working Conditions
• Many people are forced to work at low paying jobs because of a lack of
skills and education
• Although we have unions fighting on behalf of workers and the basic
conditions of service have improved, many people struggle because of
the lack of jobs due to the poor economic growth in the country
Poverty
• Rising cost of living and inflation affects standard of living
• This leads to lack of housing and basic amenities
• Unemployment leads to poverty
• There is a great divide between rich and poor
• Retrenchments are common
• Burgeoning squatter settlements affect poor living conditions
• The influx of foreigners affects the number of jobs available
Policing
• There was and still is distrust of the police, with many communities openly
defying the police
• Perceived corruption within police ranks today has added to the fear and
suspicion of the people
• In many instances the police have used unnecessary force and brutality
leading to the deaths of civilians (Marikana massacre).
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• Police still use brutality when confronting protestors and suspected
criminals
• As a result, people take the law into their own hands through vigilantism
Racism and discrimination
• Is prevalent in various forms in the play text and currently, e.g. Pass Laws
• Is seen in hate speech, channelled through social media platforms
• Intolerance of language, culture and religion during apartheid and today (10)
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QUESTION 3: SOPHIATOWN BY THE JUNCTION AVENUE THEATRE COMPANY
3.1.1 Topics 11.4: South African Theatre: Protest
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Play Text (1960–1994)
12.7 Performance Text in Context
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Describe
Explanation of Command Verb To give, narrate, relate, tell, express a detailed account of
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 1 High 0
Markers accept any relevant answers which demonstrate an understanding
of appropriate mood.
Award full marks for:
• One well-motivated statement or
• Two separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
The mood created by song is :
• Tense because of the threatening nature of the lyrics
• Anger because it expresses, using exclamation marks to suggest a loud
volume, the feelings of the people
• Threatening because of the stage directions in line 1.('The company
storms onto stage')
The effect on the audience is possibly:
• Similar tension because the audience knows a threat may turn into
conflict or even violence
• Similar anger is experienced because the audience may share the feeling
of injustice perpetrated by the apartheid government
• A feeling of intimidation because the group of actors storming on stage
may be overwhelming and the audience cannot leave the performance
space (2)
3.1.2 Topics 11.4: South African Theatre: Protest
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Play Text (1960–1994)
12.7 Performance Text in Context
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Motivate
Explanation of Command Verb Provide a reason, present facts and arguments in support of doing, stating
something
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 1
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which demonstrate
an understanding of what the car represents.
Award full marks for:
• Two well-motivated statements or
• Four separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
The car, as a symbol, represents:
• The mobilisation of the residents of Sophiatown
• The inevitable movement towards change/revolution
• Revolution that is swift and silent ( line 8)
• A threat, e.g. lines 5 and 10 because 'chips' means 'beware'
• Aggressive protest, e.g. line 12 'it's going to run right over you (4)
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3.1.3 Topics 10:12: Personal Resource Development, Acting and Performance,
Performance text in Context, Theatre Production
11.4: South African Theatre: Protest
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Play Text (1960–1994)
12.7: Performance Text in Context
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Explain
Explanation of Command Verb Make something clear, easy to understand by describing it in more details or
revealing relevant facts or information about it. Give reasons to justify or
excuse (an action or event)
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 0 Middle 1 High 0
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which reflect an
understanding of the purpose of the song.
Award full marks for:
• One well-motivated statement or
• Two separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
The song as a theatrical device:
• The theme informs the audience about how the characters feel towards
the apartheid government
• The rhythm and beat drives the protest
• The emotive nature shows the heightened emotions of the characters
• A structural inclusion in the plot serves as a link between two scenes (2)
3.1.4 Topics 10:12: Personal Resource Development, Acting and Performance,
Performance text in Context, Theatre Production
11.4: South African Theatre: Protest
11.12: Personal Resource Development; Acting and performance,
Performance Texts in Context, Theatre Production
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Play Text (1960–1994)
12.7: Performance Text in Context
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Applying
Command verb Suggest
Explanation of Command Verb Cause, argue, demonstrate, show that (something) exists or is the case.
Put forward for consideration. To mention an idea, possible plan, or action for
other people to consider. To produce an idea in the mind.
Complexity of Thinking Level Conceptual
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 1
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which reflect the
candidates' understanding of the use of a variety of languages in the play.
Award full marks for:
• Two well-motivated statements or
• Four separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
The creators decided to use a variety of languages because:
• The play is a reflection of Sophiatown, the place and the people who lived
there
• It was necessary to make the play authentic
• It attracts and reaches a wider range of audiences
• Sophiatown the place is multi-cultural
• It makes the situations and characters more authentic (truthful) (4)
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3.1.5 Topics 11.4: South African Theatre: Protest
11.12: Personal Resource Development; Acting and performance,
Performance Texts in Context, Theatre Production
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Play Text (1960–1994)
12.7: Performance Text in Context
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Motivate
Explanation of Command Verb Give a reason, present facts and arguments in support of doing, stating
something
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 3 Middle 3 High 0
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers that demonstrate
creativity in the staging of the scene.
Award full marks for:
• Three well-motivated statements or
• Six separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
Message:
• The residents of Sophiatown are giving a warning to the 'Boere' and the
then Prime Minister 'Strijdom'
• The car is symbolic of how they will drive the 'Boere' out
Staging:
• The movement should reflect the mood and meaning of the scene
• As the car represents a threat, the actors could create a formation
representing a car/crowd of people walking as one unit to represent unity
and protest
• Sound effects, such as hooting, shouting could be used to add to the
sense of urgency and chaos
• Aggressive gestures may strengthen the threatening nature of the scene
• The actors could advance on the audience in order to threaten them
• They might even include audience members in this scene for solidarity (6)
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3.1.6 Topics 10.4: Scene Study. Physical and Vocal Characterisation
10.7: Non-verbal communication
11.6: Physical Theatre
10.12: Staging Conventions
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Analysing
Command verb Discuss
Explanation of Command Verb Write about (a topic) in detail, taking into account or considering different
issues/ideas/opinions related to it
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Difficult
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 2 Middle 2 High 2
Markers accept any relevant answers which reflect an understanding of the
candidate's ability to reflect on the vocal and physical portrayal of a character.
Award full marks for:
• Three well-motivated statements or
• Six separate thoughts/ideas
Candidates must refer to both vocal and physical aspects
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which display an
understanding and analysis of the vocal and physical training/skills required
from each actor.
The following is a guide:
Vocal skills:
• Diaphragmatic intercostal breathing to support breathing
• Relaxation: the absence of physical tension in the voice (e.g. neck
tension)
• Posture to support breath and note
• Resonance for projection and holding the emotive and tonal quality of
words
• Articulation for clarity of expression
• Phrasing for nuance of expression
• Vocal variety created by pitch, pace, pause, accents, etc.
Physical skills:
• Neutral body
• Movement skills
• Internalization of emotion
• Use of gestures and facial expression
• Body awareness in space
• Kinaesthetic awareness
• Strength
• Agility
• Ability to transform the body into a character
• Use of energy
Vocal Expression
• The actor should create the illusion of a real and natural conversation (6)
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3.2.1 Topics 11.5: South African Text
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Explain
Explanation of Command Verb Make something clear, easy to understand by describing it in more details or
revealing relevant facts or information about it. Give reasons to justify or
excuse (an action or event).
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 3 Middle 3 High 0
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which demonstrate
an understanding of the themes of the play text.
Award full marks for:
• Two well-motivated statements or
• Four separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
Societal rules or laws preventing the characters from reaching their goals
are, e.g.:
Bantu Education Act:
• It was an inferior kind of education system which did not equip its
recipients (non-white children) with proper work skills. This is seen through
the character of Lulu who does not want to go to school because she feels
the education she is getting is not preparing her for a bright future
Liquor Act
• It prevented shebeen owners, like Mamariti, from selling alcohol. The result
was that she could not make a decent living as she operated her shebeen
under the fear of being caught out and arrested by the authorities
Group Areas Act
• This Act prohibited people of different races from living together. However,
the residents of Sophiatown defied and proved the government wrong as
they managed to live in harmony despite their vastly different cultural
backgrounds. Ruth Golden, a Jewish white girl from Yeoville, moves in to
stay in Mamariti's house, together with the other occupants of the house
The Immorality Act
• This Act prohibited people of different races from having a relationship.
Ruth and Jakes could not be in a relationship because it meant they would
be breaking the law and thus they did not explore the possibility of being
romantically involved. Princess and her photographer boyfriend fled the
country so they could be together as a couple (4)
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3.2.2 Topics 11.2: Realist Text
11.5: South African Text
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Evaluating
Command verb Evaluate
Explanation of Command Verb To determine, judge, consider the significance, value, purpose, worth,
or condition of something by careful appraisal and study for the purpose of
understanding, interpreting or guiding
Complexity of Thinking Level Meta Cognitive
Level of Complexity/ Difficult
Problem Solving
Rubric type Extended Constructed Response (ECR)
Mark allocation Low Middle High
Refer to the notes and the rubric in the annexure to guide your marking.
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers that demonstrate
analysis and understanding of the different levels of conflict which reflect
the mood and messages of the play.
The following is a guide:
INTERPERSONAL CONFLICT:
Princess and Ruth
Conflict:
• Ruth's arrival in Sophiatown makes Princess feel jealous and insecure.
Decision:
• Princess decides to voice her dissatisfaction
Behaviour:
• She is hostile towards Ruth.
Consequence:
• Princess is abused by Mingus. Lulu invites Ruth to stay with her and
Mamariti. Ruth helps Lulu with her homework.
Mamariti benefits financially by Ruth staying with her in the house.
Jakes sees Ruth's arrival as an opportunity for him to write a real story
that will impact on people's lives and possibly earn him a promotion as
a feature writer.
Mingus and Charlie
Conflict:
• The oppressive apartheid laws create conflict between Mingus and
Charlie as Charlie cannot move with Mingus to Meadowlands because
Charlie is coloured and Mingus is black.
• For the first time Charlie is forced to accept that he has a different racial
classification to Mingus and the rest of the occupants in Mamariti's house
Decision:
• Mingus leaves Charlie and moves to Meadowlands.
Behaviour:
• Mingus had to accept that he could not take Charlie.
Consequence:
• They have to part ways, end a very strong bond and relationship.
• Charlie has to fend for himself now because he cannot depend on Mingus
any longer
• Charlie is stabbed to death
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INTERNAL CONFLICT:
Jakes and Ruth:
Conflict:
• Jakes and Ruth are both observers by nature, but they feel a duty to be
more involved in the struggle against societal oppression.
Behaviour:
• Neither Jakes nor Ruth expresses their true feelings for each other.
Decision:
• They both battle with their sense of social responsibility when they have to
decide whether or not to pursue a romantic relationship.
• Ruth finds herself having to decide whether or not she should go back to
Yeoville now that she has experienced a different kind of life from the one
she was used to, which goes against her natural desire to stay with Jakes,
but she is pressured by the apartheid laws of the country. (12)
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QUESTION 4: SIENER IN DIE SUBURBS BY PG DU PLESSIS
4.1 Topics 11.5: South African Text
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Remembering
Command verb Name
Explanation of Command Verb Specify (time, or place) as something desired, suggested, or decided on
To identify, specify, or mention by name
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 1 High 0
Markers accept any relevant answers which demonstrate an understanding of
the setting of the play.
Time
• During the 1970s
Place
• Southern Johannesburg suburb (2)
4.2 Topics 11.5: South African Text
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
12.7: Performance Text in Context
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Remembering
Command verb Name
Explanation of Command Verb Specify (time or place) as something desired, suggested, or decided on
To identify, specify or mention by name
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity / Problem Easy
Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 0 High 0
Markers accept any relevant answers which demonstrate an understanding of
the dramatic structure of the play.
The following is a guide:
Dramatic Structure:
• Well-made play form
• Linear structure
• Clear cause-to-effect arrangement of events
• Well-motivated action (1)
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4.3 Topics 11.2: Play Text 1: Realist Text
11.5: South African Text
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
12.7: Performance text in context
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Analysing
Command verb Suggest
Explanation of Command Verb Cause, argue, demonstrate, show that (something) exists or is the case/
Put forward for consideration/To mention an idea, possible plan, or action for
other people to consider/To produce an idea in the mind
Complexity of Thinking Level Conceptual
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 0 Middle 2 High 0
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which reflect an
understanding of how the time lapse in the play reflects the realistic nature of
the play.
Award full marks for:
• One well-motivated statement or
• Two separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
Time and Action:
• The play takes place in the course of a Friday afternoon into the Friday
evening
• The final scene takes place on a Saturday afternoon
• The lapse of time is realistic as the action develops chronologically (2)
4.4 Topics 10.4: Scene Study
11.2: Realist Text
11.5: South African text
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Give
Explanation of Command Verb Give a reason, present facts and arguments in support of doing, stating
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 0
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which reflect an
understanding of the character of Ma.
Award full marks for:
• Three separate observations about Ma's character
The following is a guide:
Ma:
• Lives in a poor suburb in Southern Johannesburg
• Lives out of wedlock with Giel
• Lives off Pa's pension after he disappeared
• Had children with two different men
• Does not want her children to make the same mistakes she made (3)
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4.5 Topics 10.4: Scene Study
11.2: Realist Text
11.5: South African text
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Motivate
Explanation of Command Verb Give a reason, present facts and arguments in support of doing, stating
something
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 1
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers. Acknowledge
reasons which reflect knowledge of Ma's character.
Award full marks for:
• Two well-motivated statements or
• Four separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
Costume
Ma could wear:
• Clothing which is purely functional
• An angular, faded floral dress with well-worn shoes which may reflect her
tired disposition and her poor circumstances (4)
4.6 Topics 10.4: Scene Study
11.2: Realist Text
11.5: South African Text
12.2 Personal Resource Development, Acting and Performance,
Performance Texts in Context, Theatre Production
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
12.7: Performance Text in Context
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Explain
Explanation of Command Verb Make something clear, easy to understand by describing it in more detail or
revealing relevant facts or information about it/Give a reason to justify or
excuse (an action or event)
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 2 Middle 2 High 2
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which display an
understanding of the vocal and physical skills required from each character.
Award full marks for:
• Three well-motivated statements or
• Only if candidates referred to both vocal and physical aspects
Vocal Skills:
• Diaphragmatic intercostal breathing to support breathing
• Relaxation: the absence of physical tension in the voice (e.g. neck
tension)
• Posture to support breath and note
• Resonance for projection and holding the emotive and tonal quality of
words
• Articulation for clarity of expression
• Phrasing for nuance of expression
• Vocal variety created by pitch, pace, pause, accents
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Physical Skills:
• Neutral body
• Movement skills
• Internalization of emotion
• Use of gestures and facial expression
• Body awareness in space
• Kinaesthetic awareness
• Strength
• Agility
• Ability to transform the body
• Character
• Use of energy
(6)
4.7 Topics 10.4: Scene Study
11.2: Realist Text
11.5: South African text
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Analysing
Command verb Discuss
Explanation of Command Verb Write about (a topic) in detail, taking into account or considering different
issues or idea or opinions related to it
Complexity of Thinking Level Procedural
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 2 Middle 2 High 2
Markers accept any relevant answers which discuss the significance of the
'enkelgarage' to the action of the play.
Award full marks for:
• Three well-motivated statements or
• Six separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
The 'enkelgarage 'is significant because:
• It reflects the impoverished environment the characters find themselves in
• It is the space into which Tjokkie retreats in order to escape the realities of
his surroundings
• It is where Giel and Jakes bully Tjokkie into 'seeing' which is pivotal to the
action of the play
• It is the place where Tjokkie eventually commits suicide (6)
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4.8 Topics 10.4: Scene Study
11.2: Realist Text
11.5: South African text
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Motivate
Explanation of Command Verb Give a reason, present facts and arguments in support of doing, stating
something
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 1
Markers accept any relevant answers which reflect the candidates'
understanding of the dramatic value of the 'AT YOUR OWN RISK' sign.
Award full marks for:
• Two well-motivated statements or
• Four separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
The 'AT YOUR OWN RISK' sign could indicate:
• Impending danger, e.g. Giel and Jakes bullying Tjokkie, Jakes assaulting
Tiemie, etc.
• Future tragedy, e.g. Tjokkie's suicide
• The sadness and hopeless futures of the suburbs' inhabitants (4)
4.9 Topics 11.2: Realist Text
11.5: South African text
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Evaluating
Command verb Evaluate
Explanation of Command Verb To determine, judge, consider the significance, value, purpose, worth,
or condition of something by careful appraisal and study for the purpose of
understanding, interpreting or guiding
Complexity of Thinking Level Meta Cognitive
Level of Complexity/ Difficult
Problem Solving
Rubric type Extended Constructed Response (ECR)
Mark allocation Low 3 Middle 5 High 4
Refer to the notes and the rubric in the annexure to guide your marking.
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which reflect
understanding, analysing, evaluating, applying, creating and drawing
conclusions around the subject matter of the question.
The following is a guide:
Characters are:
• Believable and the audience can relate to them, e.g.:
o Tiemie is desperate to escape her environment like anybody who
lives in poverty
o Jakes bullies those around him with aggression and violence to get
what he wants
o Ma wants the best for her children but she is powerless to prevent
her children from falling prey to their poverty stricken environment
o Giel sponges off Ma and does not really protest when she declines to
marry him, as he relies on Ma's pension etc.
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Conflict is:
• Believable, e.g.:
o Jakes and Giel bully Tjokkie into 'seeing'
o Jakes assaults Tiemie as he wants to be in control at all times
o Giel is financially desperate and resorts to gambling
o Tiemie does not want to make the same mistakes as Ma and refuses
to marry Jakes
Dialogue:
• Realistic and relevant to time and place as it reflects the culture and era of
the characters
• The characters act contrary to what they consciously want which creates
tension and ultimately violence as they are unable to express themselves
• The dialogue is pessimistic and reflects a sense of hopelessness
Relevance to society today:
• The events in the play can still be happening right now, e.g. in the Cape
Flats things are often still done in exactly the same way it was done
40 years ago
• Awareness is created in the audience about people and their lives who
would otherwise be forgotten
• Many people today are desperate to escape the circumstances and
situations they find themselves in and would therefore relate to the play (12)
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SECTION C: SOUTH AFRICAN THEATRE: POST-1994 – CONTEMPORARY
The candidate must answer only ONE question in this section.
QUESTION 5: NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH BY JOHN KANI
5.1 Topics 12.6: South African Contemporary Theatre (post 1994)
12.7: Prescribed Play Text: Contemporary South African Theatre (post 1994)
Cognitive level of difficulty Remembering
Command verb Describe
Explanation of command verb To give, narrate, relate, express
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 1 High 0
Markers accept any relevant answers.
Award full marks for:
• One well-motivated statement or
• Two separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
The actor may decide to:
• Creep into the room so that he will not be noticed
• Walk on tip toe
• Walk quietly so he will not be noticed by the other characters (2)
5.2 Topics 10.12: Staging Conventions
11.1: Realism and Stanislavski
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
12.6: South African Contemporary Theatre (post 1994)
Cognitive level of difficulty Understanding
Command verb Explain
Explanation of command verb Make something clear, easy to understand by describing it in more detail or
revealing relevant facts or information about it/Give a reason to justify or
excuse (an action or event)
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 0
Markers accept any relevant answers.
Sipho's entrance might add to the dramatic tension because:
• He walks in on a conversation about him
• Mandisa is encouraging Thando to be disrespectful towards him
• This fuels his anger and bitterness
• The situation reminds him of Themba (3)
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5.3.1 Topics 10.12: Staging Conventions
12.6: South African Contemporary Theatre (post 1994)
12.7: Prescribed Play Text: Contemporary South African Theatre (post 1994)
Cognitive level of difficulty Applying
Command verb Suggest
Explanation of command verb Cause, argue, demonstrate, show that (something) exists or is the case/
Put forward for consideration/To mention an idea, possible plan, or action for
other people to consider/To produce an idea in the mind
Complexity of Thinking Level Conceptual
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 1 High 0
Markers accept any relevant answers.
Thando is excited because she:
• Is eager to go to Johannesburg with Mandisa
• Has never travelled on her own
• Cannot wait to experience new things
Thando is confused because she:
• Has not done something like this before
• She is concerned about what her father might say
• She has never gone anywhere without her father's permission (2)
5.3.2 Topics 10.3: South African Theatre
11.2: Realist Text
12.6: South African Contemporary Theatre (post 1994)
12.7: Prescribed Play Text 3: South African Contemporary Theatre
(post 1994)
Cognitive level of difficulty Applying
Command verb Analyse
Explanation of command verb Examine, study something methodically, in detail
Complexity of Thinking Level Conceptual
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 1
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which display an
understanding of vocal and physical skills.
• The scene is realistic and should reflect the illusion of a real conversation
• The actors' understanding of the thoughts and feelings should reflect the
characters' relationships at this point in the play and elicit an authentic
response, e.g. Thando's excitement and confusion
• The actor should live 'in the moment' and vocal and physical responses
could therefore vary from performance to performance but will always be
realistic and true
Vocal Skills:
• Diaphragmatic Intercostal breathing to support speech
• Relaxation: the absence of physical tension in the voice (e.g. neck
tension)
• Posture to support breath and note
• Resonance for projection and holding the emotive and tonal quality of
words
• Articulation for clarity of expression
• Phrasing for nuance of expression
• Vocal variety created by pitch, pace, pause, accents
• Ability to deliver realistic dialogue and appropriate accent
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Physical Skills:
• Neutral body
• Internalization of emotion
• Use of gestures and facial expression
• Body awareness in space
(4)
5.3.3 Topics 12. 6: South African Contemporary Theatre (post 1994)
12.7: Prescribed Play Text: Contemporary South African Theatre
(post 1994)
Cognitive level of difficulty Understanding
Command verb Explain
Explanation of command verb Make something clear, easy to understand by describing it in more details or
revealing relevant facts or information about it. Give reasons to justify or
excuse (an action or event)
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 1 High 1
Mpho's influence on Thando:
• Although he is an off-stage character, his influence on Thando is
presented realistically through her dialogue and choices
• He is engaged to Thando. This provides another level of realism which
adds to the believability of characters on stage
• Provides an element of tension which tears Thando from Sipho's
paternalistic hold (3)
5.4 Topics 10.4: Scene Study
10.7: Non-verbal Communication
10.8: Text Interpretation (Individual Performance)
10.12: Staging and Film Conventions
11.3: Voice and Body work
12.2: Theme/Audition/Technical Theatre Programme
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Analysing
Command verb Discuss
Explanation of command verb Write about (a topic) in detail, taking into account or considering different
issues/ideas/opinions related to it
Complexity of Thinking Level Procedural
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 1
Markers accept any well-motivated answers which reflect an analysis of the
conflict between Sipho and Mandisa.
Award full marks for:
• Two well-motivated statements or
• Four separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
Conflict occurs because:
• Mandisa represents Western culture and traditions and Sipho is a
traditional African man
• Mandisa prods at and questions his motives and belief. Sipho finds this
threatening as he does not want to reveal the truth about her father
• The familial relationship starts tense as Mandisa brings back Sipho's
brother's ashes
• Sipho is bitter about Mandisa's father's past and, because Themba
is dead, Sipho can only take out his anger on Mandisa.
• Mandisa encourages Thando to break away from her father's traditional
ways (4)
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5.5.1 Topics 12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Contemporary Theatre
(post 1994)
10.12: Staging Conventions
11.2: Play Text 1: Realist Text
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Analysing
Command verb Discuss
Explanation of Command Verb Write about (a topic) in detail, taking into account or considering different
issues/ideas/opinions related to it
Complexity of Thinking Level Procedural
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 2 Middle 2 High 2
Markers accept any well-motivated answers which reflect an analysis of
Sipho's statement.
Award full marks for:
• Three well-motivated statements or
• Six separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
• Themba, Mandisa's father, abandoned Sipho and betrayed his respect
and trust by having an affair with Sindiswa, Sipho's wife
• Themba also 'took' Sipho's wire bus, blazer and education
• Sipho believes that Mandisa does the same by taking Thando away from
him and disrespecting Siphos traditions and what he holds dear (6)
5.5.2 Topics 12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Contemporary Theatre
(post 1994)
10.4: Scene Study. Physical and Vocal Characterisation
10.7: Non-verbal communication
11.6: Physical Theatre
10.12: Staging Conventions
11.2: Play Text 1: Realist Text
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Describe
Explanation of command verb Make something clear, easy to understand by describing it in more
detail or revealing relevant facts or information about it
Give reasons to justify or excuse (an action or event)
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 1 High 0
Markers accept any well-motivated answers which reflect an understanding of
an authentic vocal expression of Sipho's feelings.
The following is a guide;
Sipho is angry, bitter and hurt and the tone of his voice should reflect this.
His tone might communicate:
• Sarcasm
• Bitterness
• Hurt
• Anger (2)
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5.6 Topics 12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Contemporary Theatre
(post 1994)
10.4: Scene Study. Physical and Vocal Characterisation
10.7: Non-verbal communication
11.6: Physical Theatre
10.12: Staging Conventions
11.2: Play Text 1: Realist Text
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Explain
Explanation of Command Verb Make something clear, easy to understand by describing it in more details or
revealing relevant facts or information about it. Give reasons to justify or
excuse (an action or event)
Complexity of Thinking Level Conceptual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 1
Markers accept any well-motivated answers which reflect an understanding
and analysis of Mandisa's sense of humour and point of view about the
situation.
Award full marks for:
• Two well-motivated statements or
• Four separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
The statement is humorous because:
• It reflects on a previous instance when Sipho crept up on Mandisa and
Thando and eavesdropped on their conversation about the TRC
• Mandisa makes a joke about how quietly Sipho is able to walk/ approach
in his shoes
• Her suggestion of squeaky shoes makes light of the situation (4)
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5.7 Topics 12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Contemporary Theatre
(post 1994)
10.4: Scene Study. Physical and Vocal Characterisation
10.7: Non-verbal communication
10.12: Staging Conventions
11.2: Play Text 1: Realist Text
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Evaluating
Command verb Evaluate
Explanation of Command To determine, judge, consider the significance, value, purpose, worth, or
Verb condition of something by careful appraisal and study for the purpose of
understanding, interpreting or guiding.
Complexity of Thinking Level Metacognitive
Level of Complexity/ Difficult
Problem Solving
Rubric type Extended Constructed Response (ECR)
Mark allocation Low 3 Middle 4 High 3
Refer to the notes and the rubric in the annexure to guide your marking.
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which reflect
understanding, analysis, evaluation, application and draw conclusions around
the subject matter of the question. Acknowledge creativity in this answer.
The following is a guide:
The realistic nature of the play is supported by:
Language:
• Is conversational and suits each of the characters
• Is everyday dialogue and often serves to conceal, rather than reveal
feelings
• Is nuanced with feeling and intention
• Is realistic, which is believable and appropriate
Characters:
• We see the development of relationships between characters
• Are based on autobiographically real members of the playwright's own
family
• Are 3-dimensional and have a past and a potential future
• Gradually reveal inner truths as the play progresses
• Represent modern and traditional life and values
• Are motivated by their own personalities, heredity and environment
Staging:
• Is a real life setting of 46 Madala Street, New Brighton
• Is realistically constructed to scale of a typical RDP house
• Attention to detail in set, props and costumes add to the realism
• Relationships between characters are reflected in the blocking (10)
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QUESTION 6: GROUNDSWELL BY IAN BRUCE
6.1 Topics 11.1: Realism and Stanislavsky
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
12.6: South African Contemporary Theatre (post 1994)
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Remembering
Command verb Identify
Explanation of Command Verb To recognise a problem, need, facts etc. and to show what it is and that it
exists. To prove who or what someone or something is
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 0 High 0
Markers accept any relevant answers.
The following is a guide:
The play could be classified as EITHER :
• Realism OR
• New Realism (1)
6.2 Topics 10.3: South African Theatre
10.4: Scene Study
11.2: Realist Text
12.6: South African Contemporary Theatre (post 1994)
12.7: Prescribed Play Text 3: South African Contemporary Theatre
(post 1994)
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Remembering
Command verb Name
Explanation of Command Verb Specify (time or place) as something desired, suggested, or decided on
To identify, specify or mention by name
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation 3
A: Thami
B: Smith
C: Johan (3)
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6.3 Topics 10.3: South African Theatre
11.2: Realist Text
12.6: South African Contemporary Theatre (post 1994)
12.7: Prescribed Play Text 3: South African Contemporary Theatre
(post 1994)
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Explain
Explanation of Command Verb Make something clear, easy to understand by describing it in more details or
revealing relevant facts or information about it.
Give reasons to justify or excuse (an action or event)
Complexity of Thinking Level Conceptual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 3 Middle 3 High 0
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which display an
understanding and analysis of how costume realistically reflects character,
role and situation.
Award 2 marks for each costume.
The following is a guide:
THAMI
• Manager of Garnet Lodge
Character:
• Reliable, hard-working and honest man
Situation:
• Desperately trying to make ends meet and support his family in the
Eastern Cape
Costume:
• Dressed in overall jacket and simple white shirt
• Suitable work clothes for work at Garnet Lodge
SMITH
• Wealthy, retired businessman
Character:
• Has a white superiority complex, paternalistic
Situation:
• He has come to the guesthouse as a stopover on his world journey to find
new golf courses
Costume:
• Dressed casually as he is retired and a guest at the lodge
• Leather belt is smart
JOHAN
• Diver and part-time maintenance manager at the Garnet Lodge
Character:
• Grief-stricken, broken and exiled
Situation:
• Looks for redemption and belonging
Costume
• Oil skins suitable for working on boats in the rain and on the sea
• Waterproof against the elements
• Hair is also wet to depict his work realistically (6)
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6.4 Topics 10.3: South African Theatre
10.4: Scene Study
11.2: Realist Text
12.6: South African Contemporary Theatre (post 1994)
12.7: Prescribed Play Text 3: South African Contemporary Theatre
(post 1994)
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Motivate
Explanation of Command Verb Provide a reason, present facts and arguments in support of doing, stating
something
Complexity of Thinking Level Conceptual
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 3 Middle 3 High 0
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which display an
analysis of how each character's physical and vocal expression might be
directed.
Award full marks for:
• Three well-motivated statements or
• Six separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
• Actors might be alerted to their situation and the need to express
authentically their thoughts and feelings through their posture, gesture
and words.
THAMI
Posture:
• His posture is stooped to show he is distressed
Dialogue:
• He is distressed because he wants to leave
• His words are expressed in his own language, IsiXhosa
• His thought processes are instinctive and his feelings are authentic
• His words express his needs
SMITH
Posture:
• At this point Smith seems to be magnanimous, sociable and relaxed as if
he is on holiday and in command of the situation
• His openness of gesture and straight posture reflect his emotional state
• He seems to be holding the floor in a relaxed manner with a drink in his
hand, probably regaling stories of his life
Dialogue:
• 'Thank you' indicates he is pleased with the situation at this time
• Signals that he does not want to continue with the dialogue
JOHAN
Posture:
• His awkward posture and sideways glance reflect someone who is not
comfortable with his situation
• His open chest shows he is not afraid
Dialogue:
• His words are threatening
• Full of aggression and threatening (6)
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6.5 Topics 10.3: South African Theatre
11.2: Realist Text
12.6: South African Contemporary Theatre (post 1994)
12.7: Prescribed Play Text 3: South African Contemporary Theatre
(post 1994)
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Analysing
Command verb Discuss
Explanation of Command Verb Write about (a topic) in detail, taking into account or considering different
issues or idea or opinions related to it
Complexity of Thinking Level Conceptual
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 2 Middle 2 High 2
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which display an
understanding and analysis of the complexities of each character and how the
tension is created between the characters in the play because of their
personal desires.
Award full marks for:
• Three well-motivated statements or
• Six separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
Each character has a personal agenda and is using the others to achieve their
own goals and dreams in life.
THAMI
• His poverty and home situation drive him to desire wealth through
acquiring diamonds
• His desperation creates tension between himself and Johan
• He is torn between Smith as a guest and Johan as a friend when Johan
becomes aggressive with Smith
• His difference of opinion in how to handle the business negotiations with
Smith creates conflict with Johan
• He, unlike Johan, has a home to return to and Johan is hurt by this
SMITH
• Although he has wealth, it has lost meaning for him and he is looking for
happiness and a golf course
• He is lonely
• He pulls away from Johan's aggressive approach towards him to invest in
the diamond deal
• He is not prepared to invest in anything other than the enjoyment of his
retirement
• This causes tension
JOHAN
• Seemingly strong and tough, he is an outsider
• He is desperate for redemption and to make meaning out of his
relationship with Thami
• He tries to 'take' this from Smith
• He has no home, unlike Thami, to return to
• His friendship with Thami is for his own gain
• He sees Smith as his hope to make his dreams a reality (6)
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6.6.1 Topics 10.12: Staging Conventions
11.1: Realism and Stanislavsky
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
12.6: South African Contemporary Theatre (post 1994)
12.7: Prescribed Play Text 3: South African Contemporary Theatre
(post 1994)
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Analysing
Command verb Argue
Explanation of Command Verb Examine, study something methodically and in detail to explain and interpret
it
Complexity of Thinking Level Procedural
Level of Complexity/ Difficult
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 1
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers. Award marks for
either arguing for or against
Award full marks for:
• Two well-motivated statements or
• Four separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
The play does NOT have gender bias because:
• It does not deal with gender stereotypes and is not focussed on gender
• Focuses on universal human issues of identity, need, home and future
• Although there is an all-male cast, the characters are strongly influenced
by the off-stage women in their lives, e.g. Johan wishes to redeem his
relationship with his wife, Thami wants to provide for his wife (4)
6.6.2 Topics 10.12: Staging Conventions
11.1: Realism and Stanislavsky
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
12.6: South African Contemporary Theatre (post 1994)
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Analysing
Command verb Comment
Explanation of Command Verb Write about (a topic) in detail, taking into account or considering different
issues or idea or opinions related to it
Complexity of Thinking Level Procedural
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 1
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which evaluate the
differences/ similarities of an all-female cast.
Award full marks for:
• Two well-motivated statements or
• Four separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
Social-media bias:
• Tweets reflect a personal bias or point of view
• Any reader of a tweet should critically assess the motive and tone of
the 'tweeter'
• The recipient of the tweet should filter his/her response through critical
analytical eyes and not accept the tweet as the truth
• A person should watch the play for him-/herself and form his/her own
opinion
• Knowledge of the play will inform the reader of the fact that the play does
not display gender bias and everybody will enjoy studying the play
• Reflects the importance of an awareness of critical thinking skills (4)
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6.6.3 Topics 10.3: South African theatre
11.2: Realist Text
12.6: South African Contemporary Theatre post 1994
12.7: Prescribed Play Text 3: South African Contemporary Theatre (post
1994)
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Evaluating
Command verb Evaluate
Explanation of Command Verb To determine, judge, consider the significance, value, purpose, worth, or
condition of something by careful appraisal and study for the purpose of
understanding, interpreting or guiding.
Complexity of Thinking Level Metacognitive
Level of Complexity/ Difficult
Problem Solving
Rubric type Extended Constructed Response (ECR)
Mark allocation Low 3 Middle 4 High 3
Refer to the notes and the rubric in the annexure to guide your marking.
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which reflect
understanding, analysis, evaluation, application and draw conclusions around
the subject matter of the question. Acknowledge creativity in this answer.
Studying and watching the play:
• Engages us with universally relevant themes and issues, e.g. identity,
belonging
• Is exciting as it holds the arc of dramatic tension through its realistic
nature and structure
Characters:
• Are mysterious and interesting
• Develop and grow and this leads to interesting relationships between the
characters which creates a dynamic interplay between them
• Deepen our understanding of the sociopolitical context in South Africa,
historically and presently
• Sensitizes us to the complexity and diversity of character
Sense of Belonging and Identity:
• To a large extent these three men's lives were shaped and defined during
the apartheid era.
• There is also no physical reason why Johan and Thami can't plan to be
neighbours.
• The obstacles are internal. Each man is trying to find out who he is in the
new South Africa, how he fits into it.
• At the same time each man remains bound to a view of himself that
reflects the past and obstructs the ability to adapt. (10)
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QUESTION 7: MISSING BY REZA DE WET
7.1.1 Topics 12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
12.6: South African Contemporary Theatre (post 1994)
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Explain
Explanation of Command Verb Make something clear, easy to understand by describing it in more details or
revealing relevant facts or information about it
Give reasons to justify or excuse (an action or event)
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 0 High 0
Markers accept any relevant answers.
The following is a guide:
The date is significant because:
• Each year on 31 August a girl goes missing
• It is the evening before 1 September – Spring Day. Spring implies new
life, a new beginning or growth. The fact that both previous mysterious
disappearances occurred during the same night, implies that those girls
were liberated from their oppressive existence, and then advanced
towards a new way of living (1)
7.1.2 Topics 12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
12.6: South African Contemporary Theatre (post 1994)
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Explain
Explanation of Command Verb Make something clear, easy to understand by describing it in more details or
revealing relevant facts or information about it
Give reasons to justify or excuse (an action or event)
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 0 High 0
Markers accept any relevant answer.
The following is a guide:
The wind creates a haunting and ominous atmosphere. There are
different kinds of wind:
• A whining wind that depicts Meisie's melancholic/sad state of mind, giving
ghostliness to the drama. This wind sounds like whispering voices or
luring calls from outside.
• Soft gusts of wind that coincide with the narration of Meisie about her
secret visit to the circus. These gusts of wind sound like soft, luring calls
from outside. This symbolises Meisie's need to be free, to go outside.
The wind that blows in gusts indicates that her need only comes to the
front occasionally.
• Hard gusts of wind during Konstabel's narration of the solar eclipse. This
wind gives a bizarre emotional quality to the narration. The falling quinces
and flowers that fly away in the garden, give the narration a dream-like
quality (1)
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12.6: South African Contemporary theatre (post 1994)
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Explain
Explanation of Command Verb Make something clear, easy to understand by describing it in more details or
revealing relevant facts or information about it
Give reasons to justify or excuse (an action or event)
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 1 High 0
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answer.
Award full marks for:
• One well-motivated statement or
• Two separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
The circus music is significant because:
• It represents the supernatural forces associated with the unknown
• It is the enticing voice of the unknown, calling Meisie to the outside.
Meisie knows her mother forbids her from listening to it. This is something
she has to resist together with her mother. In the closing scene she still
covers her ears not to hear it, but then she gives up and leaves the house
dancing – to freedom. When she opens the door, the music enters the
house undisturbed. Bear in mind that the kitchen door remains open.
In the closing scene it seems that the music is intended to capture the
emotions of the audience too. (2)
7.2 Topics 12.1 20th Century '-isms'
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
12.6: South African Contemporary Theatre (post 1994)
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Applying
Command verb Suggest
Explanation of Command Verb Cause, argue, demonstrate, show that (something) exists or is the case
Put forward for consideration
To mention an idea, possible plan, or action for other people to consider
To produce an idea in the mind
Complexity of Thinking Level Conceptual
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 0 Middle 2 High 0
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which reflect an
understanding of the symbolic significance of the colour of the confirmation
dress.
Award full marks for:
• One well-motivated statements or
• Two separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
The colour white refers to the fact that Meisie could be seen as:
• Pure and virginal
• A girl who has the potential to develop into a budding flower
• A contrast to the contamination (manure, manipulation, circumstances
etc.) of her surroundings (2)
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12.6: South African Contemporary theatre (post 1994)
12.7 Performance Text in Context, Theatre Production
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Analysing
Command verb Analyse
Explanation of Command Verb Examine, study something methodically and in detail, typically in order to
discover, explain and interpret it
Complexity of Thinking Level Conceptual
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 1
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which reflect an
analysis of how the advertisement creates a mysterious mood.
Award full marks for:
• Two well-motivated statements or
• Four separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
A mysterious mood is created by the:
• Mentioning the disappearance of a girl on 31 August each/every year
• Using emotive words, such as 'howling', 'anxious', 'unfamiliar', etc. (4)
7.4 Topics 12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
12.6: South African Contemporary theatre (post 1994)
12.7 Performance Text in Context, Theatre Production
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Evaluating
Command verb Evaluate
Explanation of Command Verb To determine, judge, consider the significant, value, purpose, purpose, worth,
or condition of something by careful appraisal and study for the purpose of
understanding, interpreting or guiding
Complexity of Thinking Level Procedural
Level of Complexity/ Difficult
Problem Solving
Rubric type Extended Constructed Response (ECR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 1
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which display an
evaluation of how the picture could be suitable or not suitable as an
advertisement for the play.
Award full marks for:
• Three well-motivated statements or
• Six separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
The picture is suitable because:
• The house is small and gives the idea of a claustrophobic environment
which is appropriate for the anxious atmosphere in the house
• The derelict state of the house could point to the poverty of the house's
inhabitants
• The unkempt and desolate surroundings could add to the isolation and
vulnerability of the women in the house
The picture is not suitable because:
• The play takes place during the evening and in the picture it is clearly
daylight
• It does not capture the mysterious mood reflected in the play because it
may be seen as an ordinary farmhouse (4)
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7.5 Topics 12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
12.6: South African Contemporary theatre (post 1994)
12.7 Performance Text in Context, Theatre Production
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Describe
Explanation of Command Verb To give, narrate, relate, tell, express a detailed account of
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 1
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which reflect an
understanding of technical considerations. Candidates may choose any
relevant stage.
The following is a guide:
Proscenium arch stage because:
• It is a stage type that hides the technical workings of lighting, sound,
mechanics, etc. from the audience
• It assists with creating an illusion of 'real life'
• The descending slops bucket could be hidden by the proscenium arch
• It could conceal the entrances and exits of the actors realistically
• Lighting grids could be hidden realistically
• The action takes place in a room which could be reflected by a box set
Candidates may also choose to include alternative ideas, such as using:
• Multi-media
• Interesting entrances and exits (6)
7.6 Topics 12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
12.6: South African Contemporary Theatre (post 1994)
12.7 Performance Text in Context, Theatre Production
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Motivate
Explanation of Command Verb Give a reason, present facts and arguments in support of doing,
stating something
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 2 Middle 2 High 0
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which display an
understanding of how props can be used to highlight the messages of the
play.
Award full marks for:
• Two well-motivated statements
The following is a guide:
The following props could be used:
• Candle-holder with candle could symbolise the characters' search for truth
• Constable's cane – emphasises the idea of blindness and hiding the truth
• The manure bags – Miem and Meisie live in poverty and are desperate to
make a living (4)
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7.7 Topics 12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
12.6: South African Contemporary Theatre (post 1994)
12.7 Performance Text in Context, Theatre Production
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Explain
Explanation of Command Verb Make something clear, easy to understand by describing it in more details or
revealing relevant facts or information about it
Give reasons to justify or excuse (an action or event)
Complexity of Thinking Level Conceptual
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 3 Middle 3 High 0
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which display an
understanding and analysis of the significance of blindness as a motif in the
play.
Award full marks for:
• Three well-motivated statements or
• Six separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
Blindness is a motif because:
• Initially Miem complains about the fact that she cannot see well anymore.
Meisie has to put the thread through the eye of the needle. This reference
entails more than merely the loss of sight due to old age. It also refers to
her inability to see the truth, to see what is happening around her – how
she is smothering Meisie. She refers to the other girls who disappeared
and the faults of their parents, but she is too 'blind' to see that she is
making the same mistakes. She also trusts Konstabel blindly.
• The constable is blind – very strange for someone in his profession. He
tells how he became blind but at midnight he can see again
• Miem says everybody pretends to be blind, i.e. nobody wants to
understand what is happening
• Konstabel says they are obsessed by facts ('staar hulle blind teen feite').
This can also refer to the title, i.e. Missing. All of them are missing the
point ('het dit mis').
• Konstabel refers to things that have been overlooked ('wat misgekyk is')
• Meisie asks the constable whether he has seen the circus yet, and then
realises her mistake. Little does she know that he can see
• 'Tant' Salie's cataracts are also an indication of blindness. Take notice of
the fact that she sees by means of dreams
• We find the expression 'om iemand uit die oog te verloor' (to lose sight of
somebody)
• When Konstabel talks about the solar eclipse, he 'sees' it again
• Konstabel can 'see' after midnight (6)
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7.8 Topics 10.4: Scene Study. Physical and Vocal Characterisation
10.7: Non-verbal communication
10.12: Staging Conventions
11.6: Physical Theatre
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
12.6: South African Contemporary Theatre (post 1994)
12.7 Performance Text in Context, Theatre Production
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Evaluating
Command verb Discuss and evaluate
Explanation of Command Verb To determine, judge, consider the significance, value, purpose, worth, or
condition of something by careful appraisal and study for the purpose of
understanding, interpreting or guiding
Complexity of Thinking Level Metacognitive
Level of Complexity/ Difficult
Problem Solving
Rubric type Extended Constructed Response (ECR)
Mark allocation Low 3 Middle 4 High 3
Refer to the notes and the rubric in the annexure to guide your marking.
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which reflect
understanding, analysis, evaluation, application and draw conclusions around
the suitability of the play being staged at school.
The following is a guide:
Themes:
• Themes and issues are familiar and relatable to current audiences, e.g.
Meisie's yearning for freedom
• It teaches about the stifling nature of Afrikaner Calvinism in some
Afrikaner households
Characters:
• Characters are recognisable, interesting and relatable, e.g. Miem is
overprotective of Meisie
• Some mothers are similar to Miem and their daughters react in the same
way as Meisie
Genre:
• Play may captivate audiences with its fairy tale references and Magical
Realism, e.g. Little Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, etc. because it
stimulates the imagination
• Mystery of the missing girls may intrigue audiences
Budget:
• Budget required for the play can be kept to a minimum, e.g. only four
actors required, could be staged in a minimalist fashion, basic costume
and makeup, found materials could be used for props, etc.
Staging:
• Could be staged and other schools invited as it is offered as a setwork
• The play could be staged in any venue at the school
Relevance:
• Message is universal and contains value and meaning for a modern
audience
• Theme of liberation is important to show how people need to get rid of
their narrow-minded thinking
• Audience members would identify easily with the characters, e.g. strict,
overprotective mother (10)
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AND SKILLS
QUESTION 8
8.1 Topics 10.12: Staging Conventions
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Remembering
Command verb Identify
Explanation of Command Verb To recognise a problem, need, facts etc. and to show what it is and that it
exists
To prove who or what someone or something is
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 0
A: Backdrop/Cyclorama/Scenery
B: Stage/Stage floor (2)
8.2 Topics 10.12: Staging Conventions
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Give
Explanation of Command Verb Give a reason, present facts and arguments in support of doing, stating
something
Complexity of Thinking Level Factual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Basic Constructed Response (BCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 1
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which display the
candidates' knowledge of how certain props could have various theatrical
uses.
Award full marks for:
• Two thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
The ladders could be used to symbolise:
• Mountains
• Buildings with floor levels
• Hierarchy
• Development (4)
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12.1 20th Century '-isms'
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Analysing
Command verb Discuss
Explanation of Command Verb Write about (a topic) in detail, taking into account or considering different
issues/ideas/opinions related to it
Complexity of Thinking Level Procedural
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 1
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which display an
understanding and discussion of how the staging in the source reflects any
ONE of the 20th century movements '-ism'.
Award full marks for:
• Two well-motivated statements or
• Four separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
The staging could reflect, e.g. Epic Theatre/Expressionism, because:
• It utilises representational props as multifunctional items on stage
• Artistic representation of a tree against the backdrop might depict the
inner turmoil and following spiritual growth of the characters on stage
• Ladders on stage could emphasise the characters' need to climb the
ladders of success (4)
8.4 Topics 11.10 Poor Theatre
12.8 Revision
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Describe
Explanation of Command Verb To give, narrate, relate, tell, express a detailed account of
Complexity of Thinking Level Conceptual
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 1
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which display an
understanding of Grotowski's staging.
Award full marks for:
• Two well-motivated statements or
• Four separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
For the production of Kordian, Grotowski applied his Poor Theatre
principles by:
• Eliminating the stage
• Using flexible staging
• Including the audience in the production, on stage, and calling them
spectators
• Using various levels for a more dynamic and interactive performance
experience
• Creating a fluid performance space where spectators have multiple focal
points
• Creating a cramped and claustrophobic environment to emphasise the
ideas of the play (4)
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12.8 Revision
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Explain
Explanation of Command Verb Make something clear, easy to understand by describing it in more details or
revealing relevant facts or information about it
Give reasons to justify or excuse (an action or event)
Complexity of Thinking Level Conceptual
Level of Complexity/ Easy
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 1
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which demonstrate
an understanding of Grotowski's principles of acting.
Award full marks for:
• Two well-motivated statements or
• Four separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
Grotowski's acting principles:
The Holy Actor:
• Makes a sacrifice of himself by becoming the instrument through which
Grotowski expresses his ideas
Via Negativa:
• The actor strips away all hindrances to acting
• The elimination of psychological 'blocks' creates vulnerable and
spontaneous acting (4)
8.6 Topics 11.10 Poor Theatre
12.8 Revision
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Analysing
Command verb Analyse
Explanation of Command Verb Examine, study something methodically and in detail, typically in order to
discover, explain and interpret it
Complexity of Thinking Level Conceptual
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 1
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which display an
analysis of how Grotowski's choice of set and stage might create staging
challenges.
Award full marks for:
• Three well-motivated statements or
• Six separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
Grotowski might have faced challenges such as:
• The lighting which needed to be considered carefully so that the
audience's experience of the play was not inhibited and disturbed
• The entrances and exits of audience members needed to be considered
to add to the experience
• The blocking of the actors which may prove difficult as there are
spectators present that were not part of the rehearsal process
• Careful consideration of focus points for the spectators (4)
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12.8 Revision
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Understanding
Command verb Explain
Explanation of Command Verb Make something clear, easy to understand by describing it in more details or
revealing relevant facts or information about it
Give reasons to justify or excuse (an action or event)
Complexity of Thinking Level Conceptual
Level of Complexity/ Moderate
Problem Solving
Rubric type Short Constructed Response (SCR)
Mark allocation Low 1 Middle 2 High 1
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers which demonstrate
an explanation of how Grotowski's choice of set and stage might have
impacted on an audience.
Award full marks for:
• Two well-motivated statements or
• Four separate thoughts/ideas
The following is a guide:
The staging:
• The audience would have felt closer to the action and thus more likely
to engage
• It was a new and exciting theatre experience for audiences to feel part of
the acting space
• The audience would have multiple focus points to keep them interested as
the acting happened around them
The setting:
• Is an lunatic asylum
• The audience is made to feel as if they are patients in a psychiatric
hospital (4)
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QUESTION 9
Topics 10.4: Scene Study. Physical and Vocal Characterisation
10.7: Non-verbal communication
10.12: Staging Conventions
11.6: Physical Theatre
12.5: Prescribed Play Text 2: South African Theatre (1960–1994)
12.6: South African Contemporary theatre (post 1994)
12.7 Performance Text in Context, Theatre Production
Cognitive Level of Difficulty Create
Command verb Discuss
Explanation of Command Verb Write about (a topic) in detail
Consider different issues or ideas or opinions related to it
Complexity of Thinking Level Meta Cognitive
Level of Complexity/ Difficult
Problem Solving
Rubric type Extended Constructed Response (ECR)
Mark allocation Low 3 Middle 4 High 3
Refer to the notes and the rubric in the annexure to guide your marking.
Markers accept any relevant and well-motivated answers. This answer should take the
form of a personal reflection. Candidates should be awarded marks for reflecting on
their own personal involvement with any play text and performances and should refer
to dramatic processes, principles and skills.
Play texts:
• The reflection should include an analysis and evaluation of elements of the play
texts studied, e.g. language, themes, characters which promote the aims of the
National Curriculum, e.g. truth, forgiveness, justice and reconciliation in Nothing
But The Truth.
Perfomances:
• An analysis of dramatic principles evident in productions seen should be evident in
the candidate's answer, e.g. the use of space, genre, actor-audience relationship,
etc. to promote human rights, inclusivity and environmental and social justice, e.g.
A Doll's House reflects the theme of the equality of women.
Productions:
• Personal experience of acting should reflect skills used for performance, e.g.
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TOTAL SECTION D: 40
GRAND TOTAL: 150
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ANNEXURE A: RUBRIC FOR QUESTIONS: 2, 3, 4, 8: 10 MARKS
DESCRIPTOR MARK THE CANDIDATE
Thinking process:
• Demonstrates a creative approach to factual, conceptual, procedural and metacognitive
knowledge.
Outstanding • Explores, appraises and contextualises the question and quote in an original manner.
• Demonstrates an original understanding of the question, the quote, play text and dramatic
Metacognitive movement.
9–10
Knowledge • Makes value judgements based on a justifiable set of criteria.
• Produces a new perspective and creates original insights.
Create • Provides and evaluates an extensive range of insightfully chosen theoretical and aesthetic
examples based on the play text, dramatic movement.
Cognitive levels:
• Candidates show the ability to change, judge, argue, reorganise and produce afresh.
Thinking process:
• Demonstrates factual, conceptual and procedural knowledge.
Meritorious
• Explores and contextualises the question and quote in an original manner.
• Demonstrates an insightful understanding of the question, the quote, play text and dramatic
Procedural
7–8 movement.
Knowledge
• Provides an analysis of a wide range of insightfully chosen theoretical and aesthetic examples
from the play text and the dramatic movement.
Evaluate
Cognitive levels:
• Candidates show the ability to explore, propose, appraise, evaluate, and conclude.
Thinking process:
Average
• Demonstrates factual and conceptual knowledge.
• Explores and contextualises the question and quote.
Conceptual
5–6 • Presents a suitable answer related the question, the quote, play text and dramatic movement.
Knowledge
• Provides and examines examples from the play text and the dramatic movement.
Cognitive levels:
Analyse
• Candidates show the ability to inquire, contrast, distinguish and classify.
Thinking process:
• Demonstrates factual knowledge.
Elementary
• Understands the question and quote on an elementary level.
• Displays some factual knowledge.
Factual
3–4 • Produces a straightforward and predictable answer related to the question, the quote, play text
Knowledge
and dramatic movement.
• Provides a few examples from the play text.
Apply
Cognitive levels:
• Candidates show the ability to relate, organise, interpret, identify and integrate.
Thinking process:
Achieved
• Recalls factual knowledge.
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of the question and the quote.
Factual
1–2 • Provides a few straightforward/basic facts related to the question, the quote, play text and
Knowledge
dramatic movement.
Cognitive levels:
Understand
• Candidates show the ability to identify, list, define, compare and explain.
Thinking process:
Not Achieved
• Presents disjointed, unrelated factual knowledge.
• Demonstrates no understanding of the question and the quote.
Factual
0 • Provides facts unrelated to the question, the quote, play text and dramatic movement.
Knowledge
• Provides no examples from the play text or the dramatic movement.
Cognitive levels:
Remember
• Candidates are not able to identify, list, recognise or define.
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DESCRIPTOR MARK THE CANDIDATE
Thinking process:
• Demonstrates a creative approach to factual, conceptual, procedural and metacognitive
knowledge.
Outstanding
• Explores, appraises and contextualises the question and source in an original manner.
• Demonstrates an original understanding of the question, the source, play text and genre.
Metacognitive
11–12 • Makes value judgements based on a justifiable set of criteria.
Knowledge
• Produces a new perspective and creates original insights.
• Provides and evaluates an extensive range of insightfully chosen theoretical and aesthetic
Create
examples based on the play text, genre.
Cognitive levels:
• Candidates show the ability to change, judge, argue, reorganise.
Thinking process:
Meritorious • Presents factual, conceptual and procedural knowledge.
• Explores and contextualises the question and source in an interesting manner.
Procedural • Demonstrates an insightful understanding of the question, the source, play text and genre.
9–10
Knowledge • Provides an analysis of a wide range of insightfully chosen theoretical and aesthetic examples
from the play text and the genre.
Evaluate Cognitive levels:
• Candidates show the ability to explore, propose, appraise, evaluate, conclude.
Thinking process:
Average
• Presents factual and conceptual knowledge.
• Explores and contextualises the question and source.
Conceptual
7–8 • Presents a suitable answer related the question, the source, play text and genre.
Knowledge
• Provides and examines examples from the play text and the genre.
Cognitive levels:
Analyse
• Candidates show the ability to inquire, contrast, distinguish and classify.
Thinking process:
• Presents factual knowledge.
Elementary
• Understands the question and source on an elementary level.
• Displays some factual knowledge.
Factual
5–6 • Produces a straightforward and predictable answer related to the question, the source, play text
Knowledge
and genre.
• Provides a few examples from the play text.
Apply
Cognitive levels:
• Candidates show the ability to relate, organise, interpret, identify and integrate.
Thinking process:
Achieved
• Presents disjointed factual knowledge.
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of the question and the source.
Factual
3–4 • Provides a few straightforward/basic facts related to the question, the source, play text and
Knowledge
genre.
Cognitive levels:
Understand
• Candidates show the ability to identify, list, recognise, define and explain.
Thinking process:
Not Achieved
• Remembers factual knowledge.
• Demonstrates no understanding of the question and the source.
Factual
0–2 • Provides facts unrelated to the question, the source, play text and genre.
Knowledge
• Provides no examples from the play text or the dramatic movement.
Cognitive levels:
Remember
• Candidates are not able to identify, list, recognise or define.
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ANNEXURE C: BASIC CONSTRUCTED RESPONSE RUBRIC (BCR)
High Score Score point The response provides a complete interpretation and/or correct solution.
2 It demonstrates a thorough understanding of the concept or task (contextualise the
bold print to the task asked for in the item) It indicates logical reasoning and
conclusions. It is accurate, relevant, and complete.
Average Score point The response provides evidence of a partial interpretation and/or solution.
The process/explanation is incomplete. It demonstrates an incomplete
understanding of the concept (what they must know) or task (what they must do).
1 It contains minor flaws in reasoning, procedures, content. It neglects to address
some aspects of the task.
Not Score point The response does not meet the criteria required to earn one point. The response
achieved indicates inadequate understanding of the task and/or the idea or concept/skills
needed to answer the item (question). It may only repeat information given in the
test item. The response may provide an incorrect solution/response and the
0 provided supportive information may be totally irrelevant to the item, or possibly,
no other information is shown. The student may have written on a different topic or
written, 'I don't know'.
SHORT CONSTRUCTED RESPONSE RUBRIC (SCR)
Quality Mark Quality of evidence
level allocation
High End Score point The response indicates application of a reasonable strategy that leads to a correct
solution in the context of the problem. The content is essentially correct.
The explanation and/or justification is logically sound, clearly presented,
fully developed, supports the solution, and does not contain significant content/skills
errors. The response demonstrates a complete understanding and analysis of
the problem.
Average The response indicates application of a reasonable strategy that may be incomplete
Score point or undeveloped. It may or may not lead to a correct solution. The content is
fundamentally correct. The explanation and/or justification supports the solution
and is plausible, although it may not be well developed or complete. The response
demonstrates a conceptual understanding and analysis of the problem.
Weak Score point The response indicates little or no attempt to apply a reasonable strategy or applies
an inappropriate strategy. It may or may not have the correct answer. The content is
incomplete or missing. The explanation and/or justification reveals serious flaws in
reasoning. The explanation and/or justification may be incomplete or missing.
The response demonstrates a minimal understanding and analysis of the problem.
Not Score point The response is completely incorrect or irrelevant. There may be no response, or
Achieved the response may state 'I don't know'.
EXTENDED CONSTRUCTED RESPONSE RUBRIC (ECR)
Quality Mark Quality of evidence
Level allocation
High End Score point The response indicates application of a reasonable strategy that leads to a correct solution in the context
of the problem. The procedural representations are correct. The explanation and/or justification is logically
sound, clearly presented, fully developed, supports the solution, and does not contain significant
conceptual errors. The response demonstrates a complete understanding and analysis of the problem.
Average and Score point The response indicates application of a reasonable strategy that may or may not lead to a correct solution.
Above The use of content/skill is essentially correct. The explanation and/or justification is generally well
Average developed, feasible, and supports the solution. The response demonstrates a clear understanding and
analysis of the problem.
Achieved Score point The response indicates an incomplete application of a reasonable strategy that may or may not lead to a
fit-for-purpose solution. The use of content/skill is fundamentally correct. The explanation and/or
justification support the solution and is plausible, although it may not be well developed or complete. The
response demonstrates a conceptual understanding and analysis of the problem.
Weak Score point The response indicates little or no application of a reasonable strategy. It may or may not have the correct
answer. The use of content/skill is incomplete or missing. The explanation and/or justification reveal serious
flaws in reasoning. The explanation and/or justification may be incomplete or missing. The response
demonstrates a minimal understanding and analysis of the problem.
Not Score point The response is completely incorrect or irrelevant. There may be no response, or the response may state
Achieved 'I don't know.'
Recall and Skills and Strategic Thinking and Extended Thinking/
Reproduction Concepts Reasoning Complex Reasoning
Easy Moderate Difficult Very difficult
Challenging
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ANNEXURE D
BLOOMS' TAXONOMY
Classification system to define and distinguish different levels of human cognition
THE THE COGNITIVE PROCESS DIMENSION: 6 COGNITIVE LEVELS
KNOWLEDGE Remembering Understanding Applying Analysing Evaluating Creating
DIMENSION Factual List Summarise Respond Select Check for Generate
4 LEVELS OF Conceptual Recognise Classify Provide Differentiate Determine Assemble
THINKING Procedural Recall Clarify Carry out Integrate Judge Design
PROCESSES Meta cognitive Identify Predict Use Deconstruct Reflect Create
1. Remembering
Retrieving memorised information, knowledge, facts, definitions, lists, conventions, trends, sequences, classifications,
categories, criteria, methodology and ways and means of dealing with specifics of the universals, abstractions principles,
generalisations, theories and structure
Name Specify (time, or place) as something desired, suggested, or decided on
To identify, specify, or mention by name
Identify To recognise a problem, need, fact, etc. and to show what it is and that it exists
To prove who or what someone or something is
Select Carefully choose, determine or decide as being the best or most suitable
2. Understanding
Construct meaning from different types of knowledge, organise, compare, translate, interpret and extrapolate
Explain Make something clear, easy to understand by describing it in more detail or revealing relevant facts or
information about it
give a reason so as to justify or excuse (an action or event)
Describe To give, narrate, relate, tell, describe, express a detailed account of
Motivate Give a reason, present facts and arguments in support of doing, stating something
3. Applying
Carry out, execute, implement or use a procedure to solve or develop a problem in a new situation by applying acquired
knowledge, facts rules, methods, techniques and rules
Suggest Cause, argue, demonstrate, show that (something) exists or is the case
Put forward for consideration
To mention an idea, possible plan, or action for other people to consider
To produce an idea in the mind
4. Analysing
Break information into parts. Determine how the parts relate, by identifying, differentiating or organising elements,
relationships, principles, motives, purpose or cause. Make inferences/conclusions and find evidence to support
generalisations.
Respond Reply react or answer in words
Discuss Write about (a topic) in detail, taking into account or considering different issues or idea or opinions related
to it
Write Compose, write, produce
Analyse Examine, study something methodically and in detail, typically in order to discover, explain and interpret it
Consider Think carefully about something, typically before making a decision, judgment, choice.
5. Evaluating
Present and defend opinions by making judgments about information, validity of ideas, or quality of work based on a set of
criteria and standards through checking and critiquing
Evaluate To determine, judge, consider the significance, value, purpose, worth, or condition of something by careful
appraisal and study for the purpose of understanding, interpreting or guiding.
6. Creating
Use of creative individual insight and thoughts to reorganising and compile information through generating, planning and
creating a new pattern, product or structure
Create Evolve from one's own thought or imagination, as a work of art, an invention or something new
Cause to come into being.
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