# English FAL Grade 12 Paper 2 NSC November 2012 Memo > Grade 12 English FAL Paper 2 memorandum from the NSC November Exam 2012, 37 pages. Read online or download the free PDF. - Page: https://www.hlayiso.com/library/english-fal-p2-nov-2012-memo/d075d919-ad10-4855-89df-8682de418bf5 - Updated: 2026-09-27 - Subject: English FAL - Grade: Grade 12 - Language: English - Document type: Memorandum - Year: 2012 - Exam period: NSC November Exam - Paper: 2 - Curriculum: CAPS - Pages: 37 Breadcrumbs: [Home](https://www.hlayiso.com/) › [Library](https://www.hlayiso.com/library) › [Grade 12](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/grade-12) › [English FAL](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/grade-12/english-fal) › [English FAL Grade 12 Paper 2 NSC November 2012 Memo](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/english-fal-p2-nov-2012-memo/d075d919-ad10-4855-89df-8682de418bf5) ## About this document English Fal · Grade 12 · NSC November Exam · 2012 · English. Memorandum, 37 pages. Read online or download the PDF. Read it free online on the page above; download the PDF from there. ## Matching paper and memo - [English FAL P2 Nov 2012](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/english-fal-p2-nov-2012/8c728512-54a6-4da3-9eb2-e8903200ab48) — QP · 2012 · Eng ## Document text Text extracted from the PDF. Layout, diagrams and tables may not survive extraction. ### Page 1 Downloaded from hlayiso.com GRAAD 12 NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE GRADE 12 ENGLISH FIRST ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE P2 NOVEMBER 2012 MEMORANDUM MARKS: 70 This memorandum consists of 37 pages. Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 2 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 2 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION 1. Candidates are required to answer questions from TWO sections. 2. This marking memorandum is a guide to markers. 3. This memorandum has been finalized at a memorandum discussion session at DBE at which al provinces were represented. Any omissions or queries should be referred to Chief Markers/Analytical Moderators/Internal Moderators at marking centres. All protocol must be followed. Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 3 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 3 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum SECTION A: NOVEL NOTE: Candidates are required to answer ONE question (EITHER the essay OR the contextual question) on the novel they have studied. QUESTION 1 (ESSAY QUESTION) TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD NOTE: Use the 35-mark assessment rubric on page 37 to assess candidates' essays. • How parents shape their children's lives o Mr Radley and Boo Radley  Mr Radley has his own strict ways of disciplining Boo.  He punishes Boo by locking him up for many years.  In doing so, Mr Radley robs Boo of the opportunity to lead a normal life.  Boo becomes a recluse.  Boo does not have any skills at socialising with other people.  Boo committed a petty crime. His father did not want him to trouble anyone again so he confined him to their house. o Mr Atticus Finch and Jem and Scout  Atticus teaches his children to respect others, e.g. he tells his children not to trouble Boo and he teaches Jem to show respect towards Mrs Dubose.  Atticus teaches his children not to be racist, e.g. he treats Calpurnia with respect and defends Tom Robinson.  He tells his children to be responsible, e.g. when he gives them their air- rifles. He tells them not to shoot mockingbirds. • How society shapes children's lives o Boo  The people of Maycomb fabricate/make up stories about Boo.  They make it seem as if Boo is a very dangerous person.  They also think Boo is a monster. o Jem and Scout  Society shapes their views of particular people to a certain extent.  Their initial view that Boo is a monster is shaped by Maycomb society which has made Boo a social outcast.  When Mrs Dubose verbally attacks Jem, she provokes him to behave in a violent manner.  Aunt Alexandra attempts to shape Scout by making her more feminine. Instead, Scout becomes rebellious.  Calpurnia and her community shape Jem and Scout's lives by teaching them religious values. Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 4 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 4 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum • How children shape their own lives o Boo  He behaved irresponsibly with his friends. Therefore, his father locked him up.  This led to him becoming a recluse. o Jem and Scout  Scout always chooses to make up her own mind.  She is outspoken and assertive, e.g. the incident in Miss Caroline's class. These qualities often get her into trouble.  Jem chooses to be obedient, e.g. he always listens to Calpurnia. He grows up to be a respectful person. [35] OR Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 5 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 5 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum QUESTION 2 (CONTEXTUAL QUESTION) TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD Candidates are required to answer BOTH questions, i.e. QUESTIONS 2.1 and 2.2. 2.1 2.1.1 (a) father  (b) Jack  (c) Alexandra  (d) Calpurnia  (4) 2.1.2 He is not physically active.  He is much older.  He prefers to read.  He does not hunt/play games/fish. He does not drink/smoke.  He is not racist.  NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above. (2) 2.1.3 (a) They are racist.  They do not show any sympathy towards Tom.  (2) (b) He is not racist.  He is different from most people in Maycomb.  He is prepared to face criticism/he is courageous.  He is principled/fair/just/believes that an innocent man should not be convicted.  NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above. (2) 2.1.4 She likes to confront issues that are wrong/she likes resolving issues with her fists.  She does not like to be restricted/she feels it is cowardly not to fight.  (2) 2.1.5 She would put up a serious fight/fight with all her might/use all her energy.  (1) 2.1.6 He shoots the mad dog/the dog that has rabies/Tim Johnson (the dog).  (1) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 6 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 6 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum 2.1.7 Open-ended response Yes. A mockingbird is innocent/harmless and should not be harmed in any way. OR No. Mockingbirds are just like other birds, so why should they be saved, considering they are noisy? NOTE: The above are only examples. Allow for the candidate's own interpretation. Accept a well-substantiated response for full marks. A candidate may score 1 mark for an answer that is not fully developed. (2) 2.1.8 Open-ended response Yes. He gave them the necessary warning and advice by telling them to shoot only at tins and blue jays, not at mockingbirds. OR No. It is not wise to give rifles of any kind to children because they might injure themselves or others. NOTE: The above are only examples. Allow for the candidate's own interpretation. Accept a well-substantiated response for full marks. A candidate may score 1 mark for an answer that is not fully developed. (2) 2.2 2.2.1 D/Miss Rachel's nephew.  (1) 2.2.2 The children go to court for Tom's trial. Dill is upset with Mr Gilmer's questioning. Dill and Scout come outside where they meet Dolphus Raymond.  (3) 2.2.3 He is brave/adventurous.  He is not influenced by the people of Maycomb./He is strong- willed. He is trusting.  NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above. (2) 2.2.4 They are not racist. Both are not afraid to be different from the other whites in Maycomb.  (2) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 7 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 7 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum 2.2.5 False.  He pretends to drink alcohol.  NOTE: Award a mark for the reason/motivation only if the first part of the answer (FALSE) is correct. If only FALSE is given, award 1 mark. (2) 2.2.6 Yes.  He is treated badly because he lives with a coloured woman.  (2) 2.2.7 He is friendly.  He is polite – he calls Scout 'Ma'am'.  He is caring.  NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above. (2) 2.2.8 Open-ended Yes. People look down on him/frown/judge him even though he does nothing wrong.  OR No. He does not suffer to the extent that Tom and Boo do.  NOTE: The above are only examples. Allow for the candidate's own interpretation. Do not award a mark if a reason is not given for the initial response. (1) 2.2.9 Open-ended Yes. She learns not to judge people before meeting them. OR No. She has always been a strong-willed person and this meeting will not change her views. NOTE: The above are only examples. Allow for the candidate's own interpretation. Accept a well-substantiated response for full marks. A candidate may score 1 mark for an answer that is not fully developed. (2) [35] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 8 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 8 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum QUESTION 3 (ESSAY QUESTION) LORD OF THE FLIES NOTE: Use the 35-mark assessment rubric on page 37 to assess candidates' essays. • The fears of the littl'uns and the reactions of the bigger boys to them. o The littl'uns are afraid of noises they hear at night on the island. o They dream/have nightmares about beasts that crawl upon them. o They even claim to have seen creepy, crawly things in the dark. o The big boys dismiss the fears of the littl'uns as figments of their imagination. o Jack mocks their fears saying that the only beasts on the island are pigs. o Ralph is more sensitive and concerned about the fears of the littl'uns. He orders that no mention be made of 'snakes'. o Piggy is kind and takes trouble to explain their fears away. o Despite reassurance, the littl'uns never overcome their fear of the beastie. Their fears keep increasing. It is even referred to as a 'ghost' at a later meeting. • The 'beast from air' and the boys' reactions to Simon's discovery. o Samneric think they see a beast on the mountain while minding the fire one night. o They narrate exaggerated details of their imagined encounter. o Jack's tribe initiates a search for the beast but gets side-tracked by the discovery of a natural fort. o Meanwhile, hunting gains momentum and becomes rough and violent. o Robert is used as a 'mock' pig and Jack even suggests that a littl'un be used as a 'pig'. o Ralph also claims to have seen a beast with teeth. o Simon encounters the Lord of the Flies which he thinks is the beast. He then falls into a trance. When he recovers, he stumbles upon the real beast – a dead parachutist. o Simon releases the corpse and goes to tell Jack about it. He stumbles into Jack's hunting orgy where he is perceived as the 'beast' and killed. • How the fear of the 'beast' affects the boys' behaviour o Initially, only the littl'uns are afraid of the dark, noises in the night and the absence of adults. o Later, even the bigger boys are overwhelmed by issues regarding survival on the desert island. o Fear prompts them to forget the boy with the birthmark who disappeared in the fire on the island. o Hunting for food to survive competes with the need to be rescued. o Rivalry develops between Ralph and Jack until they, eventually, separate. o Roger plays dangerous games with Henry. o Simon is murdered. o Piggy is murdered. o Jack's tribe hunts Ralph down. o Murder becomes the order of the day. o Innocence is lost. o The boys' behaviour becomes savage. [35] OR Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 9 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 9 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum QUESTION 4 (CONTEXTUAL QUESTION) LORD OF THE FLIES Candidates are required to answer BOTH questions, i.e. QUESTIONS 4.1 and 4.2. 4.1 4.1.1 (a) stranded  (b) signal  (c) ships  (d) smoke  (4) 4.1.2 The group of boys.  (1) 4.1.3 (British) boys are expected to know such things/have basic survival skills. They thought they could survive without adults, but they fail to meet their first challenge.  (2) 4.1.4 Embarrassment/shame/humiliation  (1) 4.1.5 B/onomatopoeia  (1) 4.1.6 He is a careful person.  He is unfit.  He does not take risks.  He wants to be part of the group.  NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above. (2) 4.1.7 They act as a group.  They feel an urgency to get the fire lit.  They are mocking Piggy.  NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above. (2) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 10 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 10 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum 4.1.8 Open-ended Yes. In this way they would be rescued./The fire would provide light and warmth. OR No. They were not being rescued immediately. Their priority should be to survive./To establish who was on the island./Food and shelter should be the basic needs. NOTE: The above are only examples. Allow for the candidate's own interpretation. Accept a well-substantiated response for full marks. A candidate may score 1 mark for an answer that is not fully developed. (2) 4.1.9 Open-ended Yes. It is at such times that people's strengths are revealed. OR No. Many people's weaknesses are revealed in emergencies. NOTE: The above are only examples. Allow for the candidate's own interpretation. Accept a well-substantiated response for full marks. A candidate may score 1 mark for an answer that is not fully developed. (2) 4.2 4.2.1 The hut/shelter.  (1) 4.2.2 He was agitated. He was upset. He was scared about the fight. He had an asthma attack. NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above. (2) 4.2.3 False.  It is Eric.  NOTE: Award a mark for the reason/motivation only if the first part of the answer (FALSE) is correct. If only FALSE is given, award 1 mark. (2) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 11 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 11 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum 4.2.4 Some boys remained with Ralph while others preferred to go with Jack.  OR Jack wanted to be the leader.  Jack was angry because nobody voted for him.  (2) 4.2.5 The conch is a symbol of democracy  Jack does not believe in democracy.  The conch seems to 'belong' to Ralph as he found it.  NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above. (2) 4.2.6 (a) Piggy is killed.  The conch is destroyed.  Ralph is hunted.  The island is destroyed by smoking Ralph out.  They can no longer make a fire.  NOTE: Accept any THREE of the above. (3) Open-ended (b) No. They know that he can barely see anything without his spectacles./They could have asked to borrow his spectacles. OR Yes. He is only one person who will be disadvantaged whereas the group needs fire for food (and the rescue). NOTE: The above are only examples. Allow for the candidate's own interpretation. Accept a well-substantiated response for full marks. (2) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 12 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 12 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum 4.2.7 Open-ended Jack. He provides food and the boys have fun. He provides protection from the beast. He leads the hunting. OR Ralph. He cares for the boys. He wants them to be rescued. He has a strong sense of justice/fairness/democracy. NOTE: The above are only examples. Allow for the candidate's own interpretation. Accept a well-substantiated response for full marks. A candidate may score 1 mark for an answer that is not fully developed. (2) 4.2.8 Open-ended A good leader should be fair and treat everyone equally. A good leader should be democratic and consider everyone's opinion. A good leader should be responsible and make wise decisions. A good leader should be caring and mindful of everyone's welfare. A good leader should listen to his people and not take decisions on his own. A good leader should be prepared to sacrifice for the good of all his people. NOTE: The above are only examples. Allow for the candidate's own interpretation. Accept a well-substantiated response for full marks. A candidate may score 1 mark for an answer that is not fully developed. (2) [35] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 13 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 13 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum QUESTION 5 (ESSAY QUESTION) A GRAIN OF WHEAT NOTE: Use the 35-mark assessment rubric on page 37 to assess candidates' essays. The following points may be included in the essay, among others, but allow for candidates' own interpretation as well: • Gikonyo's suffering and its consequences. o He is captured and taken to the concentration camp. o He confesses to the oath in order to be with Mumbi. o He loses his wife, Mumbi, to another man – his rival, Karanja. o When he returns to Thabai he discovers that Mumbi had been unfaithful to him. o He is reminded daily of her infidelity by the presence of her child (fathered by Karanja). o He cannot bring himself to forgive Mumbi even though he loves her. o He does not communicate with Mumbi and this hurts him. o He does not have any sexual relations with Mumbi even though she tries to please him in every way. o This hurt causes him to confide in Mugo. o He suffers at the hands of the new government official when land promised to him is bought by that very official. • Mumbi's suffering and its outcome. o Mumbi loses her brother, Kihika, to the Struggle. o While her husband, Gikonyo is in detention, she struggles to survive. o Her house is burnt during the Struggle. o She takes on a man's work in rebuilding a new hut. o Food is also very scarce and she has to care for her parents and her mother-in- law. o During all this time she is faithful to Gikonyo and misses him terribly. o When Karanja tells her that Gikonyo is coming home, she is overcome with gratitude and allows him to make love to her during a moment of weakness. o She falls pregnant. o Instead of having a loving husband back, Gikonyo now rejects Mumbi and even slaps her. o She returns to her parents to escape Gikonyo's violent anger. • Mugo's suffering and how it affects him. o As a child, Mugo is orphaned. o He is raised by his aunt who is very cruel to him and her daughters are no better. o Mugo is treated with disrespect and reminded of his dependence on them. o The community treats Mugo as an outcast because of his aunt's treatment of him. o As a young man, he realises that self-worth depends on owning land and this becomes the driving force of his life. o He is viewed as a weakling as he is not actively involved in the Struggle. Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 14 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 14 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum o Mugo's dislike of Kihika and Mugo's desire to own land lead him to betray Kihika. o Mugo is regarded as a hero by his community, whereas in reality, he is a traitor. o He experiences severe guilt and fear of being exposed so much that he refuses to participate in the Uhuru celebrations. o Mugo contemplates committing suicide. o He considers leaving Thabai. o Eventually, his guilt leads him to confess and he is hanged. [35] OR Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 15 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 15 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum QUESTION 6 (CONTEXTUAL QUESTION) A GRAIN OF WHEAT Candidates are required to answer BOTH questions, i.e. QUESTIONS 6.1 and 6.2. 6.1 6.1.1 (a) inspires  (b) history  (c) sacrifices  (d) hanged  (4) 6.1.2 He sees it as usual/ everyday/nothing extraordinary.  He sees it as something that needs to be done/a duty/something necessary. (2) 6.1.3 True  'revulsion'  NOTE: Award a mark for the reason/motivation only if the first part of the answer (TRUE) is correct. If only TRUE is given, award 1 mark. (2) 6.1.4 constriction arrogance revulsion jealousy hate hatred NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above. (2) 6.1.5 Mugo is reclusive  while Kihika is charismatic/loves attention/ loves addressing crowds.  OR Mugo does not like violence  while Kihika is ruthless and incites others to violence.  (2) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 16 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 16 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum 6.1.6 Open-ended Yes. He was brave, he gave up his life/was fearless. OR No. Everybody suffers because of his actions. NOTE: The above are only examples. Allow for the candidate's own interpretation. Accept a well-substantiated response for full marks. A candidate may score 1 mark for an answer that is not fully developed. (2) 6.1.7 Kihika trusted Mugo  but Mugo betrays Kihika.  (2) 6.1.8 Open-ended Mugo's view: Violence is never the answer. It leads to loss of life and more violence. OR Kihika's view: Sometimes it is necessary to fight for what you believe in even if you have to sacrifice lives. NOTE: The above are only examples. Allow for the candidate's own interpretation. Accept a well-substantiated response for full marks. A candidate may score 1 mark for an answer that is not fully developed. (2) 6.2 6.2.1 Dr Lynd's dog/bull mastiff charged Karanja and a few other men.  Karanja could not run away in time and he picked up a stone to defend himself.  Dr Lynd called the dog off just before it attacked.  She accused Karanja of throwing stones at her dog, but Thompson defended him.  NOTE: Accept any THREE of the above. (3) 6.2.2 Karanja will lose his power/authority.  He will lose his job.  He will be vulnerable./People might seek revenge on him when the British leave.  NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above. (2) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 17 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 17 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum 6.2.3 It is for his own selfish gain.  He wants to be in a position of power.  He is afraid to go to war.  He wants to impress Mumbi.  NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above. (2) 6.2.4 (a) A/abuse of power.  (1) (b) He is demoted.  (1) 6.2.5 Administrative secretary/District officer  (1) 6.2.6 He is heartbroken.  He is lonely.  He contemplates suicide.  NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above. (2) 6.2.7 They were inconsistent.  They were unfair.  They were cruel/oppressive.  NOTE: Accept any ONE of the above (1) 6.2.8 Open-ended No. He is selfish and he is a traitor. He took advantage of Mumbi. OR Yes. He is ambitious and he goes after what he wants. NOTE: The above are only examples. Allow for the candidate's own interpretation. Accept a well-substantiated response for full marks. A candidate may score 1 mark for an answer that is not fully developed. (2) 6.2.9 Open-ended Yes. Kihika trusted him. He wanted the reward/money. He did it for personal gain. OR No. He was drawn into the revolution although he disagreed with it. NOTE: The above are only examples. Allow for the candidate's own interpretation. Accept a well-substantiated response for full marks. A candidate may score 1 mark for an answer that is not fully developed. (2) [35] TOTAL SECTION A: 35 Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 18 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 18 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum SECTION B: DRAMA NOTE: Candidates are required to answer ONE question (EITHER the essay OR the contextual question) on the drama they have studied. QUESTION 7 (ESSAY QUESTION) ROMEO AND JULIET NOTE: Use the 35-mark assessment rubric on page 37 to assess the candidates' essays. The following points may be included in the essay, among others, but allow for candidates' own interpretation as well: • How Romeo and Juliet are affected by the actions of Mercutio and Tybalt o Tybalt's hatred for all Montagues drives him to challenge Romeo to a duel after Capulet has forbidden fighting at the ball. o Mercutio's fight with Tybalt leads to Romeo's banishment as Romeo kills Tybalt to avenge Mercutio's death. • How Juliet's parents and the Nurse influence her life o Juliet does not have a close relationship with her parents. o She is willing to obey her parents and marry Paris. This changes when she meets Romeo. o The Nurse joins forces with Lady Capulet in recommending Paris as a good prospective husband. Juliet seems quite willing to 'look to like'. o When learning of Romeo and Juliet's romance, the Nurse becomes Juliet's willing ally, acting as the go-between and messenger. o Capulet's decision to hasten the marriage between Paris and Juliet has disastrous consequences. o His unreasonable rage when Juliet begs him to postpone the wedding drives Juliet into a state of panic. o She goes to Friar Lawrence for help and his plan with the potion results in Romeo and Juliet's deaths. o Lady Capulet's refusal to intervene on Juliet's behalf worsens the situation. o The Nurse's change of mind in Paris' favour worsens Juliet's desperation. • How Friar Lawrence has an impact on Romeo and Juliet's lives o Friar Lawrence thinks that secretly marrying Romeo and Juliet might reconcile the Montagues and Capulets. o As Romeo's spiritual advisor, Friar Lawrence should have advised him to talk to his parents rather than marry in secret. o After Romeo's banishment, Friar Lawrence devises the plan with the potion to avoid Juliet's marriage to Paris. This plan goes awry and leads to Romeo's death. o Leaving Juliet behind in the tomb is Friar Lawrence's most crucial mistake. She kills herself. [35] OR Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 19 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 19 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum QUESTION 8 ( CONTEXTUAL QUESTION ) ROMEO AND JULIET Candidates are required to answer BOTH questions, i.e. QUESTIONS 8.1 and 8.2. 8.1 8.1.1 His friends want him to see the other young women so that he can forget about Rosaline.  He hopes to see Rosaline./He wants to show his friends how beautiful she is.  (2) 8.1.2 He is short-tempered/easily angered.  He is aggressive/loves fighting/violent.  (2) 8.1.3 A mask  (1) 8.1.4 (a) He wants to impress Paris who is present at the ball.  Prince Escalus has forbidden fighting.  He has mentioned earlier that he is growing too old for fighting – he wants to improve relations with the Montagues.  He does not want to spoil/damage his reputation/spoil the atmosphere at the ball.  NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above. (2) (b) Tybalt challenges Romeo to a duel.  Tybalt (fights and) kills Mercutio when he is looking for Romeo.  Romeo kills Tybalt in revenge.  Romeo is banished.  (3) 8.1.5 True.  'Verona brags of him/To be a virtuous and well-governed youth' NOTE: Award a mark for the reason/motivation only if the first part of the answer (TRUE) is correct. If only TRUE is given, award 1 mark. (2) 8.1.6 They would be talking, dancing/eating and drinking/enjoying the ball.  (1) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 20 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 20 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum 8.1.7 Open-ended Yes. One has to prevent violence if possible. He was having a formal function and wanted to impress Paris. OR No. One should always be loyal and not prefer outsiders over family. NOTE: The above are only examples. Allow for the candidate's own interpretation. Accept a well-substantiated response for full marks. A candidate may score 1 mark for an answer that is not fully developed. (2) 8.1.8 Open-ended Yes. There is a deeper spiritual connection that draws them together. OR No. It is merely an infatuation. He was just in love with Rosaline so he cannot really be in love with another girl. NOTE: The above are only examples. Allow for the candidate's own interpretation which must be grounded in the text of the drama. Do NOT award a mark for YES or NO only. Accept a well-substantiated response for full marks. A candidate may score 1 mark for an answer that is not fully developed. (2) 8.2 8.2.1 (a) B/Romeo's cousin  (b) D/Tybalt's aunt  (c) E/takes care of Juliet.  (d) A/related to Prince Escalus  (4) 8.2.2 Her father told her to marry Paris.  She refused to marry/begged him to postpone the wedding.  (2) 8.2.3 Lady Capulet will be very busy preparing for Juliet's wedding.  (1) 8.2.4 D/she is getting married the next day.  (1) 8.2.5 Juliet has a premonition/fear/feelingthat something might go wrong and that she could die.  (2) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 21 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 21 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum 8.2.6 She used to trust the Nurse completely,  but now she is lying to her.  (2) 8.2.7 The use of the contents of the vial  leads to the tragic death  of both Romeo and Juliet. OR The use of the poison leads to Romeo mistakenly believing that she is dead.  He kills himself and she, in turn, kills herself.  (2) 8.2.8 Open-ended No. Nobody should do something as foolish as this. It is much too risky. OR Yes. She trusted the Friar because he is highly respected and a religious man. NOTE: The above are only examples. Allow for the candidate's own interpretation which must be grounded in the text of the drama. Do NOT award a mark for YES or NO. Accept a well-substantiated response for full marks. A candidate may score 1 mark for an answer that is not fully developed. (2) 8.2.9 Open-ended No. They should have stopped the silly feud a long time ago./Her father wished her dead. OR Yes. Nobody deserves to lose a child in this way. NOTE: The above are only examples. Allow for the candidate's own interpretation which must be grounded in the text of the drama. Do NOT award a mark for YES or NO only. Accept a well-substantiated response for full marks. A candidate may score 1 mark for an answer that is not fully developed. (2) [35] Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 22 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 22 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum QUESTION 9 (ESSAY QUESTION ) NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH NOTE: Use the 35-mark assessment rubric on page 37 to assess candidates' essays. The following points may be included in the essay, among others, but allow for candidates' own interpretation as well: • The relationship between Sipho and Themba o Sipho, being the elder sibling, should have realised and accepted that he had to compromise on many things. o Sipho should have realised that attention given to younger siblings is normal in most families. o He ought to have been more generous with his possessions, since younger siblings do appreciate gifts from elder ones. He should not have over-reacted to the incident with the wire bus. o The incident where Themba lost Sipho's blazer could have been an honest mistake. He should have realised that demands made by younger siblings are a way of testing acceptance and love. o While Themba disappointed Sipho deeply by having an affair with his wife, Sipho should have kept in mind that he himself and his wife were also to blame for the betrayal. o Sipho is a more conservative person as compared to the more outgoing and liberal Themba. It is, therefore, understandable that Themba would be more popular. o Sipho blames Themba for the chaos at their father's funeral, but the unrest at the time was not brought about by Themba. Politicians probably turned many funerals into political rallies during that time. • Sipho's relationship with Luvuyo o Sipho could have made a bigger effort to become closer to his son. o It is understandable that a young boy would idolise a charismatic person like Themba, as opposed to his more conservative father, Sipho. • Sipho's ambitions for a better career o Sipho should not be bitter about his parents not being able to send him to university. They were still poor when he wanted to start his studies. Only after receiving the money from an insurance payout and with Sipho's help, could they send Themba to university. He should not hold this against Themba or his parents. o Sipho should have realised that apartheid would take away some opportunities – his rejection by the law firm to be an articled clerk is but one example. o Sipho should not have had the unrealistic ambition to be appointed as Chief Librarian in a white library. o When this became possible after apartheid, he was too old. [35] OR Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 23 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 23 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum QUESTION 10 (CONTEXTUAL QUESTION) NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH Candidates are required to answer BOTH questions, i.e. QUESTIONS 10.1 and 10.2. 10.1 10.1.1 (a) C/activist (b) D/librarian (c) B/translator (d) A/fashion designer (4) 10.1.2 Thando might be Mandisa's sister. (Themba had an affair with Thando's mother while she was married to Sipho.)  (1) 10.1.3 She was brought up to respect cultural values./She was a traditionalist She is obedient/respectful/loyal towards her father.  (2) 10.1.4 (a) shock/disbelief/amazement/surprise (1) (b) She could not believe that a grown-up woman would seek permission from a parent to do something.  OR The modern/western way in which she was brought up makes it difficult for her to believe this obedience.  (2) (c) She was brought up to be independent/liberal.  (1) 10.1.5 False.  He died of illness./He was sick./ He went into exile.  OR False. Luvuyo was killed by the police.  NOTE: Award a mark for the reason/motivation only if the first part of the answer (FALSE) is correct. If only FALSE is given, award 1 mark. (2) 10.1.6 For many years/a long period (1) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 24 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 24 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum 10.1.7 Open-ended No. Themba did not tell Luvuyo to go to the funeral. He went there of his own free will. OR Yes. Themba had a great influence over Luvuyo. If it were not for Themba, Luvuyo would not have gone to the funeral. NOTE: The above are only examples. Allow for the candidate's own interpretation which must be grounded in the text. Accept a well-substantiated response for full marks. A candidate may score 1 mark for an answer that is not fully developed. (2) 10.1.8 Opinion question Each person should mourn according to his/her own feelings or cultural requirements. It is personal – nobody can really decide how long a mourning period should be. OR It is not good to mourn for a long period. You must move on with your life. NOTE: The above are only examples. Allow for the candidate's own interpretation. Accept a well-substantiated response for full marks. A candidate may score 1 mark for an answer that is not fully developed. (2) 10.2 10.2.1 (a) He was a coward.  He played an active role in the Struggle.  He was dishonest./He often lied.  He liked women.  NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above. (2) (b) Themba was popular with people who were in exile, especially those who visited them in London.  Themba always portrayed himself as an outstanding student/a hero of the Struggle.  It is natural for a child to believe her father instead of a stranger.  Sipho was drunk when he said that.  Sipho was jealous.  NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above. (2) Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 25 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 25 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum 10.2.2 He was deeply hurt by the illicit affair of Themba and Thando's mother.  He wants to protect Thando from the sad events involving Themba and her mother.  He is embarrassed by the love affair between the two.  He is afraid that Thando might not be his daughter and he would lose her.  NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above. (2) 10.2.3 Themba was always favoured as a child./Themba was his parents' favourite child.  Themba was popular with women.  Themba was popular in the political arena.  Sipho's son idolised Themba.  Themba stole Sipho's wife.  Themba took his possessions as a child.  NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above. (2) 10.2.4 He is caring.  He is responsible.  He is unselfish.  He always puts family first.  NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above. (2) 10.2.5 C/appreciates Mandisa's acceptance of the truth.  (1) 10.2.6 He feels sadnessfor Themba's death but regrets that he is not able to reconcile with him.  He feels angry because Themba is causing trouble for him once again but he misses him/ still loves him.  He feels helpless because the situation is out of his control but he still misses his brother.  He is thankfulbecause he deals with the past but he is upset because he wanted to see his brother’s body.  NOTE: Accept an answer that shows a combination of two different feelings. If a candidate mentions only one feeling, award ONE mark. (2) 10.2.7 Open-ended No. Her questions help Sipho to come to terms with his demons/problems/secrets. OR Yes. She is disrespectful. She should be sensitive. Her questions make him uncomfortable/nervous. Copyright reserved Please turn over ### Page 26 Downloaded from hlayiso.com English First Additional Language/P2 26 DBE/November 2012 NSC – Memorandum NOTE: The above are only examples. Allow for the candidate's own interpretation. Accept a well-substantiated response for full marks. A candidate may score 1 mark for an answer that is not fully developed. (2) 10.2.8 Sipho reveals the truth.  The play deals with people uncovering the truth.  Mandisa and Thando demand nothing less than the truth.  The activities of the TRC are at the centre of this play and those deal with the truth.  NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above. (2) [35] TOTAL SECTION B: 35 Copyright reserved Please turn over Text truncated here. 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