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GRADE 11
NOVEMBER 2014
GEOGRAPHY P2
MEMORANDUM
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Geography Grade 11 P2 Eastern Cape November 2014 Memo (Eng)
Grade 11 Geography Paper 2 memorandum from the Eastern Cape November 2014 (English), 11 pages. Read online or download the free PDF.
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2 GEOGRAPHY P2 (NOVEMBER 2014)
SECTION A
QUESTION 1: MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS
The following statements are based on the 1 : 50 000 topographical map 2930
AC HOWICK, as well as the orthophoto map of a part of the mapped area.
Various options are provided as possible answers to the following statements.
Choose the correct answer and write only the letter (A–D) in the block next to
the statement.
1.1 The topographical map reference number represents …
A 29°N 30°W.
B 29°S 30°E.
B
C 29°W 30°N.
D 29°E 30°S.
1.2 The primary economic activity found at L (block J13) on the topographical
map is …
A mining.
B farming.
D
C forestry.
D quarrying.
1.3 The exact distance between point O and T on the topographical map is …
A 31,0 km.
B 310 km.
D
C 3 100 km.
D 3,10 km.
1.4 The location (coordinates) of the trigonometrical station number 115 in
block I1 is ...
A 29°27'43"E 30°00'38"S.
B 30°00'38"S 29°27'43"E.
D
C 30°00'38"E 29°27'43"S.
D 29°27'43"S 30°00'38"E.
1.5 The dams that are found in the rural areas of Howick are mainly used
for …
A recreation.
B agricultural purposes.
B
C industrial purposes.
D domestic purposes.
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1.6 Identify the physical feature found at 17 on the orthophoto map.
A Golf course.
B Excavation.
D
C Marsh and vlei.
D Howick Falls.
1.7 The linear feature marked 18 on the orthophoto map is a …
A furrow.
B telephone line.
C
C power line.
D canal.
1.8 Compared with the 1 : 50 000 map, the scale of the orthophoto photo is ...
A 5 times smaller.
B 5 times larger.
B
C 10 times smaller.
D 10 times larger.
1.9 Identify the main vegetation type found in block F7.
A Woodland
B Orchards and vineyards
A
C Cultivated lands
D Game and nature reserves
1.10 The type of road labelled N on the topographical map that links Howick
and Harrismith is a/an ...
A main road.
B arterial route.
C
C national freeway.
D other road.
1.11 The approximate true bearing from trig. beacon 270 north of Greendale
Park (block J13) to spot height 1018 (block K15) east of Greendale Park
on the topographical map is ...
A 70°.
B 295°.
D
C 90°.
D 115°.
1.12 The phenomenon, The Dargle in block K1, is a …
A geomorphological feature.
B farmhouse.
B
C post office.
D farm school.
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1.13 The landform between 22 and 23 on the orthophoto map, is a/an …
A spur.
B river valley.
A
C saddle.
D excavation.
1.14 The man-made feature marked 24 on the orthophoto map is a …
A dam wall.
B river.
A
C bridge.
D silo.
1.15 The two types of scale shown on the topographical map are …
A a line scale and a word scale.
B a line scale and a ratio scale.
B
C a word scale and a ratio scale.
D a line scale and a Richter scale.
(15 x 1) (15)
TOTAL SECTION A: 15
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SECTION B
QUESTION 2: MAPWORK TECHNIQUES AND CALCULATIONS
Consult the topographical map and answer the following questions. You may
use the orthophoto map.
2.1 Identify the following landforms (features) on the topographical map:
2.1.1 V (block A / B15): Ridge 3 (1)
2.1.2 W (block K15): Gorge 3 (1)
2.2 The Howick Mountain Climbing Club intends to host a mountain climbing
expedition to Beacon Hill (20 on the orthophoto map). They will start the
climb at 19 on the orthophoto map (at contour reading 1090) and proceed
to trigonometrical station Δ270 (20 on the orthophoto map) where they will
complete the climb.
2.2.1 Calculate the average gradient of their climb.
Gradient = VI 3 1 182.3 – 1 090 3 VI 3 1 182.3 – 1 090 3
HE 8,2 cm 3 x 100 OR HE 82 mm 3x 10 000
(8,0 – 8,4 cm) (80 – 84mm)
92,3 m 3 92.,3 m 3
820 m 3 820 m 3
= 1 : 8,88 3 = 1 : 8,88 3
(Range: 1 : 8,55 – 1 : 9,10) (6)
2.2.2 Interpret your answer to QUESTION 2.2.1 and give an idea of how
strenuous (difficult) the climb will be.
For every 8,88 m the hiker will walk the gradient will rise by one
1 m. 3
This means that the hike would be strenuous 3 – hence climbers
have to be extremely fit.
Difficult hike. 3
Uniformly steep – a fit climber can hike easily. 3
(Any TWO) (2)
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2.3 Study the cross-section of the climb between 19 (at contour reading 1090)
and 20 (trigonometrical station Δ270).
2.3.1 Calculate the vertical exaggeration of the cross-section.
Show all your calculations.
VS/HS 3
OR
= 1/20 3÷ 1 : 500 3 = 1/2 000 3÷ 1/50 000 3
= 1/20 x 500/1 3 = 1/2 000 x 50 000/1 3
= 25 times 3 = 25 times 3 (5)
2.4 Calculate the area of blocks I, J and K1, 2 and 3 in km² on the
topographical map.
Measurement range: length – 11,3 cm to 9,6 cm
breath – 10,9 cm to 9,2 cm
Area = L x B 3
= (11,1 cm x 0,5) km 3 x (9,6 cm x 0,5) 3
= 5,55 km x 4,80 km 3
= 26,64 km² 3
(Range is 25,07 km² to 27,12 km²) (5)
TOTAL SECTION B: 20
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SECTION C
QUESTION 3: MAP INTERPRETATION AND ANALYSIS
3.1 The hilly landscape of the Kwa-Zulu Natal Midlands (Howick), provides a
good example of hilly topography associated with horizontal layered
rocks.
3.1.1 Identify the landform feature marked M in block G9 on the
topographical map.
Conical hill 3
(1 x 1) (1)
3.1.2 These features can be of considerable value to human beings.
What are the slopes used for between 20 and 19 on the
orthophoto map?
Agriculture 3
(1 x 1) (1)
3.2 Mass wasting occurs in this hilly landscape of Howick.
Describe TWO factors that increase a slopes potential for mass
movement.
Gradient of a slope 3 – steeper slope 3
Rock structure 3 – less resistant rock 3
Vegetation 3 – sparse vegetation 3
Soils 3 – thin, sandy, non-porous soils 3
Climate 3– heavy rainfall 3
People 3– actions of people 3
Tremors 3 – movement of ground 3
(Any TWO)
(2 x 2) (4)
3.3 Identify the following features labelled Q and T on the topographical map.
Q = Farm fences/Original farms 3
T = Marshes and swamps 3
(1 + 1) (2)
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3.4 Management strategies on the farm labelled R found at Mac Leay in
block J11 on the topographical map have been carried out. State THREE
ways in which these strategies have prevented and controlled soil
erosion.
Contour ploughing 33
Strip cropping 33
Afforestation 33
Not ploughing on steep slopes 33
Crop rotation 33
Windbreaks 33
Fallowing 33
Filling in dongas 33
Avoid overgrazing 33
Fertilisers 33
Vegetation along rivers 33
Retain soil cover – dry season 3
[Any THREE]
(3 x 2) (6)
3.5 The power supply of many towns/cities comes from the main electricity
grid.
3.5.1 How many power lines feed the town of Howick to the south on the
orthophoto map?
33
(1 x 1) (1)
3.5.2 What is the non-renewable source of energy from which Howick’s
electricity comes?
Coal 33
(1 x 2) (2)
3.6 The town of Howick has a huge potential for development and
sustainability in the area. Identify any THREE features found on the
topographical map that will attract tourists to the area.
Rivers 33
Waterfalls 33
Nature reserves 33
Woodlands 33
Golf courses 33
Dams 33
Mountains 33
(Any THREE)
(3 x 2) (6)
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3.7 Give ONE piece of evidence from the topographical map which indicates
that environmental conservation is practised in Howick by the inhabitants.
There are areas marked nature conservation e.g. Umgeni Nature
Reserve. 33
Marshes are protected. 33
(Any ONE)
(1 x 2) (2)
TOTAL SECTION C: 25
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SECTION D
QUESTION 4: GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS)
4.1 Which data storage model, Vector or Raster, comes closest to the
topographical map as we know it?
Vector 3
(1 x 1) (1)
4.2 Answer the following on spatial resolution.
4.2.1 Define the term spatial resolution.
Refers to the detail with which a map depicts the location and
shape of the feature. 3
(CONCEPT)
(1 x 1) (1)
4.2.2 Does the orthophoto map or the topographical map have a higher
spatial resolution?
Orthophoto map 3
(1 x 1) (1)
4.3 Data integration is combining different types of data for the purpose of
decision-making. Discuss TWO types of data that a farmer in block I2 will
consider before cultivation.
Availability of water 33
Fertility of soil 33
Relief of the land (slope) 33
Microclimate 33
Access to infrastructure 33
Access to transport 33
(Any TWO. Accept other logical answers)
(2 x 2) (4)
4.4 GIS is useful in disaster management. Explain how it would have assisted
the local authorities with planning after flooding in the Howick area.
Check service delivery shortfalls after a flood 33
Route planning to supply relief 33
Analyse the quality of service 33
Relief coordination 33
Prioritising relief 33
Satellite pictures to assess the destruction 33
(Any THREE. Accept others)
(3 x 2) (6)
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4.5 Give TWO examples of spatial data found on the topographical map and
orthophoto map.
Roads 3
Rivers 3
Houses and buildings 3
Parks 3
Dams 3
(Any TWO. Accept others)
(2 x 1) (2)
TOTAL SECTION D: 15
GRAND TOTAL: 75
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