ENGLISH HL P3 GR12 QP SEPT 2019_hlayiso.com_.pdf

NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE GRADE 12 SEPTEMBER 2019 ENGLISH HOME LANGUAGE P3 MARKS: 100 TIME: 2½ hours This question paper consists of 7 pages.

2 ENGLISH HOME LANGUAGE P3 (EC/SEPTEMBER 2019) INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION 1. This question paper consists of TWO sections: SECTION A: Essay (50) SECTION B: Transactional texts (2 x 25) (50) 2. Answer ONE question from SECTION A and TWO questions from SECTION B. 3. Write in the language in which you are being assessed. 4. Start EACH section on a NEW page. 5. You must plan (e.g. use a mind map/diagram/flow chart/key words, etc.), edit and proofread your work. The planning must appear BEFORE the answer. 6. All planning must be clearly indicated as such. It is advisable to draw a line across all planning. 7. You are strongly advised to spend your time as follows: 80 minutes on SECTION A 70 minutes on SECTION B (2 x 35 minutes) 8. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper. 9. Give each response a suitable title/heading, as indicated by the question. NOTE: The title/heading must NOT be considered when doing a word count. 10. Write neatly and legibly. Copyright reserved Please turn over

(EC/SEPTEMBER 2019) ENGLISH HOME LANGUAGE P3 3 SECTION A: ESSAY QUESTION 1 Write an essay of 400–450 words (2–2½ pages) on ONE of the following topics. Write down the NUMBER and TITLE/HEADING of your essay. 1.1 You know my name! [50] 1.2 ‘Feeling my way through the darkness Guided by a beating heart, I can’t tell where the journey will end But I know where to start.’ [Avicii] [50] 1.3 ‘We should invest in books not bullets.’ [Malala Yousafzai] [50] 1.4 ‘Snowflake’ is an appropriate name for Generation Z – also known as the Post- Millennials. [50] 1.5 Leave no man behind. [US Army Soldier’s Creed] [50] 1.6 The pictures reproduced below may evoke some reaction or feeling in you, or stir your imagination. Select ONE picture and write an essay in response. Provide your essay with a suitable title. Write the correct topic number (1.6.1, 1.6.2 or 1.6.3). NOTE: There must be a clear link between your essay and the picture you have chosen. 1.6.1 [Source: Getty Images] [50] Copyright reserved Please turn over

4 ENGLISH HOME LANGUAGE P3 (EC/SEPTEMBER 2019) 1.6.2 [50] [Source: www.masscommunicationtalk] 1.6.3 [50] [Source: www.pinterest.com] TOTAL SECTION A: 50 Copyright reserved Please turn over

(EC/SEPTEMBER 2019) ENGLISH HOME LANGUAGE P3 5 SECTION B: TRANSACTIONAL TEXTS QUESTION 2 Respond to TWO of the following topics. The body of EACH answer should be 180–200 words (20–25 lines) in length. Pay careful attention to the following: - Content and planning - Audience, register, tone and style - Choice of words and language structure - Format, structure and editing Write down the NUMBER and the TITLE/HEADING of the text you have chosen, e.g. 2.1 Letter to the Editor. 2.1 LETTER TO THE EDITOR [Source: www.pinterest.com] You have noticed an increase in the number of homeless people who own pets. Write to your local newspaper to air your views on this matter. [25] Copyright reserved Please turn over

6 ENGLISH HOME LANGUAGE P3 (EC/SEPTEMBER 2019) 2.2 INFORMAL SPEECH [Source: www.pinterest.com] The increasing pressure on teenagers has led to many of them falling into a rut as a means to cope. This has given rise to an escalation in mental health issues such as depression. Write an informal speech that you will present to your grade in which you address the issues that surround teenage depression, giving cautionary advice on how best to avoid this issue. [25] 2.3 INFORMAL LETTER A friend and his/her family emigrated at the end of your Grade 11 year. Write a letter to your friend informing him/her them of a distressing experience you endured this year that you wished you could have shared with him/her. [25] 2.4 OBITUARY An award winning and celebrated actor/actress has been fatally injured while performing his/her own stunts for a new movie due for release early next year. The incident occurred while being filmed on location in Toronto, Canada. Write his/her obituary for publication in the Hollywood Reporter. [25] 2.5 INTERVIEW Humble, local Port Elizabeth man and Survivor winner, Tom Swartz, has gained fame for “Outwitting, outplaying and outlasting” his competitors on the reality show. Write the interview that takes place between you and Tom in which you find out about his experience as a survivalist and his objectives for the future. [25] Copyright reserved Please turn over

(EC/SEPTEMBER 2019) ENGLISH HOME LANGUAGE P3 7 2.6 MAGAZINE ARTICLE Over 21 million people volunteer in the UK at least once a year and this contributes an estimated £23,9 bn to the UK economy. Behind these big numbers is a big contribution. These 21 million people are a shining example of how we can all make a big difference to individuals and communities every day from improving the environment we live in, spending time with those who may otherwise be lonely and contributing to a range of other essential services and support. We believe such a big contribution is worth a big celebration! [Edited from https://www.awarenessdays.com/awareness-days-calendar/volunteers-week-2018/. Accessed on 23 November 2018] The UK ‘celebrates’ its annual national Volunteer Week this year from 18–24 February, Australia, 20–26 May and Canada, 7–13 April. Why does South Africa not have such a campaign? Write a magazine article in which you express your views on the idea of a Volunteer Week, how it can be beneficial to all parties concerned and how such an initiative could be realised. Give your article a suitable title. [25] TOTAL SECTION B: 50 GRAND TOTAL: 100 Copyright reserved Please turn over