English Fal Grade 12 Paper 3 NSC June 2013 Memo (English)

Downloaded from hlayiso.com ™2@ basic education Department: Oo Basic Education LS REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA SENIOR CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION ENGLISH SECOND LANGUAGE P3 STANDARD GRADE 2013 POSSIBLE ANSWERS MARKS: 80 This memorandum consists of 7 pages. ¢ Copyright reserved Please turn over

Downloaded from hlayiso.com English Second Language/SG/P3 2 DBE/2013 SCE - Memorandum INTRODUCTORY COMMENTS: ie OBJECTIVITY: Markers should understand that objectivity is very important in the marking of extended and transactional writing. The aim is to assess the candidates’ ability to communicate in writing and not their background, political affiliation and/or religion. The piece of work should be read from the candidate's point of view and may include figurative interpretations of the topic or fantasy. If a marker feels that any piece of writing is offensive or problematic, he/she should consult with the senior marker rather than give a biased mark. SELECTION OF TOPIC: Markers should not assume that a piece of writing that is not obviously related to the topic is pre-learnt. They should allow for creativity and a variety of interpretations that do not necessarily appear in the memo. In case of doubt, senior markers should be consulted. ASSESSMENT: All pieces of writing are marked according to the Umalusi grid provided. All markers should indicate clearly how they have arrived at the mark by using a letter and number code, e.g. ‘E6’, 'E’ representing the category awarded for content and ‘6’ representing the category awarded for language BEFORE recording the final mark. Markers should indicate ALL errors. PRESENTATION: Assessment should not be unduly biased by poor presentation. Candidates who use capital letters throughout the piece of writing should be judged individually, as in certain instances, they are fully aware of sentence construction and indicate the beginning of a sentence by enlarging the first letter. A maximum of 10% may be deducted from the total mark obtained out of 80, and this should be indicated on the cover of the script. The penalty should only be applied if the meaning is seriously affected by the use of capitals. If in doubt, consult with the senior marker. Copyright reserved

Downloaded from hlayiso.com English Second Language/SG/P3 3 DBE/2013 7 SCE — Memorandum SECTION A: EXTENDED WRITING e Allessays are marked out of 40 according to the approved Umalusi grid. e If the candidate does not supply a title, one (1) mark should be deducted from the final mark. The deduction should be indicated at the top and again next to the final mark. If the title appears with the planning do not penalise. e When an essay is too long, markers are expected to mark the full essay. There will be no specific penalty, as candidates will be penalised for repetition and lack of planning. Markers should indicate at the bottom: 'Essay too long.’ « When an essay is too short, the grid can be used to penalise it. The essay should be assessed in the usual way using the following guideline: 150 to 200 words = -—no higher than E 100 to 150 words = —no higher than F 50 to 100 words —no higher than G Fewer than 50 words — no higher than H Indicate at the bottom: 'Essay too short’. Note that where a candidate has written a powerful, yet short piece, it should be passed on to the Senior Marker for assessment. e Markers should not hesitate to reward excellent writing. An 'A’ essay should be outstanding. Markers should be guided by the grid. e Markers should only award an 'H' and '8/9' on the grid if the essay is totally irrelevant or unintelligible. e One category should be dropped for language if the essay has no paragraphs. © Only the errors and not the entire sentence or paragraph should be underlined. e Ticks must be used to indicate commendable ideas and/or excellent language use. . Use question marks to indicate unintelligible writing. e Candidates should answer ONE topic in each section. If the candidate writes on more than one topic, only the first one is marked. Copyright reserved Please turn over

ENT OF BASIC English Second Language/SG/P3 4 | DEPARTAENT Gc SCE - Memorandum 2013 -06- 19 QUESTION 1: STOLEN (Narrative/Descriptive) Downloaded from hlayiso.com PRIVATE BAG X 110 : PRETORIA 0961 The candidate should approach the essay from a narrative view. ATIONS The essay should be written in the first person. The candidate must describe the incident and say where and how it happened. The candidate is expected to describe his/her feelings and how he/she handled the incident. QUESTION 2: TEACH CHILDREN MANNERS (Expository/Narrative/Descriptive) The essay should be expository but narrative and descriptive elements may be included. The focus of this essay is on why and how parents should teach their children to be well mannered. The candidate must give examples to illustrate what can be done. QUESTION 3: SUMMER WEATHER! (Argumentative/Descriptive/Descriptive) The candidate should take a clear stand. Either he/she likes summer or does not. However, do not penalise if candidates address both points of view. At least five reasons should be given and these should be well supported. Tick each reason given and give credit to implied reasons. The essay is argumentative but is likely to contain a description of summer and the feelings evoked. The point of view should be clear in both the introduction and the conclusion. QUESTION 4: PLANS FOR MY FUTURE (Descriptive/Expository) The candidate should clearly state his/her plans for the future. The bulk of the essay should outline what and how the candidate hopes to achieve his/her plans. The essay will be expository with descriptive elements. The introduction may be narrative (what happened) but then the essay should focus on the future. QUESTION 5: STORY ABOUT A PICTURE (Narrative/Descriptive) The essay should bear a clear relation to the picture. Candidates should not be penalised if they do not interpret the characters as a traffic officer and a taxi driver. The essay should be based on the interaction between the two characters. The essay is most likely to be narrative or descriptive. The essay can be in the first or the third person. Candidate must provide a title. Deduct one mark from the total if this is not done. TOTAL SECTION A: i Copyright reserved Please turn over [40] [40] [40] [40] [40]

Downloaded from hlayiso.com DrPAS DIMEN Gir cAow English Second Language/SG/P3 5 EDUCATOBE L SCE - Memorandum 2013 -08- 19 PRIVATE BAG X 110 . ag PRETORIA 0001 e Mark according to the approved Umalusi grid out of 20 mai KS: GINATIONS e In transactional writing tone, register, style and structui LIBLIC EXAMINATIONS | language and content. e Candidates who write too much / too little will penalise themselves in terms of content. : e Individual requirements are dictated in each question below. QUESTION 6: FRIENDLY LETTER SECTION B: SHORTER PIECE OF WRITING e The negative comments made about South Africa should be clear from the content of the reply. The candidate must respond politely. e The tone should be friendly. Incorrect structure should be penalised as follows: Sender's address: e incorrect information/information left out = -1 e incorrect order = -1 e POBox plus street address = -1 e POBox with or without full stops = acceptable All 3 details of the date must be written: day, month, year (words or numbers). Salutation: e Dear name = acceptable but Dear Sir / Madam, = -1. Dear:Anne (This is INCORRECT) Do not penalise for ‘Dear Friend’ BUT it is always better to address someone by name. Conclusion: e Yours sincerely = correct (Spelling must be correct. Sincerely must NOT be capitalised.) e 'Cheers' or other slang = -1 Do not penalise ‘Your friend’ BUT this is not an appropriate conclusion. Indicate all errors but deduct only one mark per block even if a candidate makes more than one error in that particular block. Deduction: Maximum 2 marks for format only. Indicate the deduction next to the error and again next to the total. c [20] QUESTION 7: OBITUARY e The obituary should be written in paragraph form. e The candidate is expected to provide information about how he/she met the deceased and what their relationship was. e It should be clear how the deceased influenced the life of the writer. e Reasons should be given as to why this person will be missed. [20] e Do not penalise if candidate does not mention the date of birth and death or the funeral arrangements. e Deduction: -1 if not in paragraph format. Copyright reserved Please turn over

Downloaded from hlayiso.com English Second Language/SG/P3 6 DBE/2013 SCE — Memorandum QUESTION 8: DIALOGUE © The dialogue must start with the words given. * The words and tone must indicate that the customer is upset by the rudeness and unfriendliness of the staff. e The manager must respond calmly. * Dialogue format must be used. e If included, instructions for movement of the characters or facial expressions, etc. should be bracketed and in the present tense. ¢ Incorrect structure should be penalised as follows: o Speakers not identified = -1 o _Use of inverted commas = -1 o No block format = -1 o Nocolons=-1 Deduction: Maximum 2 marks for format only. Indicate the deduction next to the error and again next to the total. [20] QUESTION 9: SPEECH e The candidate should clearly describe the place that he/she would like to visit and give reasons for the choice. e Deduct one mark if the speech is not written in paragraph format. e Register may be formal or informal. Indicate the deduction next to the error and again next to the total. [20] TOTAL SECTION B: 20 SECTION C: OTHER SHORTER PIECE OF WRITING e Mark according to the approved Umalusi grid out of 20 marks. e Answers should be between 120 and 150 words in length. e In transactional writing tone, register, style and structure are as important as language and content. . e Candidates who write too much / too little will penalise themselves in terms of content. e Individual requirements are dictated in each question below. [20] QUESTION 10: NOTE The note must be written in paragraph format. The candidate must clearly mention the name of the family and state where they live. Details of the event and about why the family needs support must be given. Possible deductions: No salutation, e.g. Dear Pastor, -1 No name -1 Deduction: Maximum 2 marks for format only. Indicate the deduction next to the error and again next tg the total. 2013 -05- 19 ta Copyright reserved

Downloaded from hlayiso.com English Second Language/SG/P3 7 DBE/2013 SCE — Memorandum QUESTION 11: DIRECTIONS e Directions can be written in dialogue, paragraph or in point format. « The candidate must give clear directions to the petrol station/garage and must mention at least THREE landmarks on the way. e An indication of the distance/s must be given. QUESTION 12: PARAGRAPH The candidate is expected to write two paragraphs. One paragraph should deal with his/her strong points. The second paragraph should deal with his/her weak points. Mark content holistically and do not focus on the two paragraphs separately. Use the grid to award a holistic mark depending on whether ail details are given or not. e Judge the content as though the answers are given at a job interview, e.g. one would not expect a candidate to say that he/she is lazy when discussing the weak points. TOTAL SECTION C: GRAND TOTAL: r-BEPARTMENT OF BASIC | EDUCATION 2013 -06- 19 PRIVATE BAG X 110 PRETORIA 0001 1 PUBLIC EXAMINATIONS Copyright reserved Please turn over [20] [20] 20 80