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GEOGRAPHY P2
2015
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- Question 3.1Climate and weather3 marks
- Question 3.2Economic geography of South Africa9 marks
- Question 3.3Geomorphology3 marks
- Question 3.4Rural and urban settlements5 marks
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Geography/P2 2 DBE/2015
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RESOURCE MATERIAL
1. An extract from topographical map 3319CB WORCESTER
2. Orthophoto map 3319 CB 15 WORCESTER
3. NOTE: The resource material must be collected by schools for their own use.
INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
1. Write your EXAMINATION NUMBER and CENTRE NUMBER in the spaces
on the cover page.
2. Answer ALL the questions in the spaces provided in this question paper.
3. You are supplied with a 1 : 50 000 topographical map 3319CB of
WORCESTER and an orthophoto map of a part of the mapped area.
4. You must hand the topographical map and the orthophoto map to the
invigilator at the end of this examination session.
5. You may use the blank page at the back of this question paper for all rough
work and calculations. Do NOT detach this page from the question paper.
6. Show ALL calculations and formulae, where applicable. Marks will be
allocated for these.
7. You may use a non-programmable calculator.
8. The following English terms and their Afrikaans translations are shown on the
topographical map:
ENGLISH AFRIKAANS
Aerodrome Vliegveld
Brickworks Steenmakery
Caravan Park Karavaanpark
Church Square Kerkplein
College Kollege
Diggings Uitgrawings
Golf Course Gholfbaan
Gorge Kloof
Holiday Resort Vakansieoord
Karoo Botanical Gardens Karoo Botaniese Tuin
Prison Tronk
Race Track Renbaan
Rifle Range Skietbaan
Sewage Works Rioolwerke
Show Grounds Skougronde
Weir Stuwal
Yacht Club Seiljagklub
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GENERAL INFORMATION ON WORCESTER
Worcester is located 120 km north-east of Cape Town along the N1 Highway. The
town experiences more extreme temperatures than neighbouring Cape Town, as
oceanic influences are blocked by the Du Toitskloof and Slanghoek Mountain Ranges.
The Worcester wine route forms part of the Breede River Valley. Worcester's wine
lands are traditionally planted on the fertile flood plains of the Breede River, a hot and
dry area with a low annual rainfall.
In conjunction with the Breedekloof district, the wine route in Worcester is the largest
grape producing region in the Western Cape. It accounts for nearly 20% of the
country's national vineyards and produces close to 27% of South Africa's total volume
of wine and spirits. Over 50% of the country's export table grapes are also produced
here.
[Adapted from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Worcester, Western_Cape]
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QUESTION 1: MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS
The questions below are based on the 1 : 50 000 topographical map 3319CB
WORCESTER, as well as the orthophoto map of a part of the mapped area. Various
options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. Choose the
answer and write only the letter (A–D) in the block next to each question.
1.1 Worcester is situated in the ...
A Northern Cape.
B Western Cape.
C Eastern Cape.
D Free State.
B
1.2 The direction of trigonometrical station 112 at L in block D5 from the monument
at Church Square at M in block G9 is …
A south-west.
B east-south-west.
C north-north-west.
D north-west.
D
1.3 Which TWO types of scales are being used on the topographical map?
A Fraction and word scale
B Word and ratio scale
C Ratio and line scale
D Line and fraction scale
C
1.4 The scale of the orthophoto map is ... than the scale of the topographical map.
A 5 times larger
B 5 times smaller
C
D
10 times larger
10 times smaller
A
1.5 The map index (reference) of the map to the south-west of Worcester is …
A 3319CD.
B 3319CC.
C
D
3319DC.
3319CA.
B
1.6 The coordinates of trigonometrical station 59 at N in block I5 is ...
A 19°22'38''S 33°40'41''E/19°22,6'S 33°40,7'E.
B 33°39'47''S 19°22'38''E/33°39,8'S 19°22,6'E.
C
D
19°21'38''E 33°40'47''S/19°21,6'E 33°40,7'S.
33°40'41''S 19°22'38''E/33°40,7'S 19°22,6'E.
D
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1.7 The length of the disused rifle range in block H7 is ... metres.
A 0,9
B 900
C 90
D 9
B
1.8 The feature hindering physical development of the urban area in block I9
is/are …
A the sewage works.
B a steep gradient.
C a marsh and vlei.
D the dam.
C
1.9 The landform at 1 on the orthophoto map is a …
A valley.
B spur.
C koppie.
D saddle.
A
1.10 The human-made feature at 2 on the orthophoto map is a …
A monument.
B golf course.
C cemetery.
D stadium.
D
1.11 The settlement pattern at 3 on the orthophoto map is …
A clustered.
B isolated.
C linear.
D circular.
B
1.12 The land-use zone in block H7 on the topographical map is ...
A commercial.
B industrial.
C residential.
D a rural-urban fringe.
D
1.13 The stream channel pattern at O in block K11 is ...
A meandering.
B laminar.
C rock-controlled.
D braided.
D
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1.14 The brickworks in block E3 on the topographical map is an example of a …
activity.
A quaternary
B tertiary
C secondary
D primary
C
1.15 The purpose of the weir in block K10 on the topographical map is to …
A reduce the flow of the water.
B create a walkway across the river.
C create a recreational facility.
D rechannel the water.
A
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QUESTION 2: MAP CALCULATIONS AND TECHNIQUES
2.1 Refer to spot height 534 and trigonometrical station 123 in block D11 on the
topographical map and answer the questions that follow.
2.1.1 Calculate the difference in height between spot height 534 and
trigonometrical station 123.
758,9 m – 534 m = 224,9 m (1 x 1) (1)
2.1.2 Is the average gradient between spot height 534 and
trigonometrical station 123 gentle or steep? Give evidence from the
map to support your answer.
Answer: Steep
Reason: The contour lines between the two points are close
together (1 + 1) (2)
2.1.3 Determine whether there is intervisibility between spot height 534
and trigonometrical station 123. Give a reason for your answer.
Answer: Spot height 534 is visible from trigonometrical station 123/
There is intervisibility/Yes
Reason: No obstruction (high-lying area) between the two points
(1 + 1) (2)
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2.1.4 Two cross-sections are drawn between spot height 534 and
trigonometrical station 123 on the topographic map. One cross-
section has a vertical exaggeration of 2 times and the other one a
vertical exaggeration of 25 times. Which ONE of the two cross-
sections would give you a clearer idea of the profile of the
landscape? Give a reason for your answer.
Answer: Cross-section is exaggerated 25 times
Reason: The greater the vertical exaggeration, the clearer the
differences in high lying and low lying areas/relief
If the vertical exaggeration is 2 times the differences in
high lying and low lying areas/relief may not be clear
Difference in relief
[Concept] (1 + 1) (2)
2.2 Refer to benchmark 201.8 in block G3 and benchmark 262.2 in block F9 on
the topographic map and answer the questions that follow.
2.2.1 Determine the true bearing of benchmark 201.8 from
benchmark 262.2.
261º [range - 259º to 263º] (1 x 1) (1)
2.2.2 Calculate the magnetic declination of the topographical map
for 2015. Use the steps below to answer the question. Show ALL
calculations.
Difference in years: 2015 – 2010 = 5 years
Mean annual change: 3'W
Total change: 3'W x 5 years = 15'W
Magnetic declination 2015: 24º27'W + 15'W = 24º42'W (5 x 1) (5)
2.2.3 Calculate the magnetic bearing of benchmark 201.8 from
benchmark 262.2 on the topographical map. Show ALL
calculations.
Formula: Present magnetic bearing = true bearing +
present magnetic declination
261º + 24º42' [Mark given for correct substitution] = 285º42'
[range - 283º42' to 287º42'] (2 x 1) (2)
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2.3 Calculate the area (in m²) of the demarcated orchards and vineyards,
labelled 4 on the orthophoto map. Show ALL calculations.
Formula: Area = Length (L) x Breadth (B)
= (2.5 cm x 100) x (1.8 cm x 100)
[Range: L (2.3 cm – 2.7 cm) : B (1.6 cm – 2 cm)]
= 250 m x 180 m
= 45 000 m²
[Range for final answer: 36 800 m² to 54 000 m²]
[Accept other calculation methods] (5 x 1) (5)
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QUESTION 3: APPLICATION AND INTERPRETATION
3.1 Study the table below showing temperatures for the area M in block G9 and
area P in block G4 on the topographical map and answer the questions that
follow.
M P
Average summer temperature 21 ºC 19 ºC
3.1.1 What is the difference in temperature between M and P?
2ºC/M has a higher temperature than P (1 x 1) (1)
3.1.2 Give a reason for the difference in temperature between M and P.
Area M is an urban heat island
Area M is an urban area and area P is a rural area
Area M is made up of artificial surfaces (concrete, steel, tar) and area P of
natural surfaces (vegetation)
Natural processes e.g. evapotranspiration occurs at P, but are limited
at M
More pollution at M to trap heat than at P
More artificial heating at M than at P
M is closer to the industrial area
P is near the river
[Any ONE - Accept other answers related to urban heat islands] (1 x 2) (2)
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3.2 Many vineyards are found in the south-western section of the topographical
map.
3.2.1 Name the main industry related to these vineyards.
Wine industry/winery
Dried grapes/Raisins/Sultanas
Grape juice
Packaging of grapes for export
Grape jam
Bottling of fruit
Distilling of spirits
[Accept any suitable answer related to grapes] (1 x 1) (1)
3.2.2 Explain how the climate of this region positively influences the
industry mentioned in QUESTION 3.2.1.
Worcester is hot and dry, with low annual rainfall and this
promotes the growth of grapes
Mountain ranges blocks oceanic influences reducing moisture and
strong winds
Winter rainfall is experienced which promotes growth of a variety
of grapes
[Any ONE] (1 x 2) (2)
3.2.3 Give TWO reasons why the section south-west on the
topographical map is farmed intensively.
Flat land/floodplain
Availability of water/rivers/dam/availability of irrigation
Fertile soil
Accessibility/roads
[Any TWO] (2 x 1) (2)
3.2.4 Give TWO positive economic impacts of this intensive type of
farming on the local economy.
Create employment
Upskilling of labourers
Earn foreign exchange due to export
Increase tourism creating more business opportunities
Improve the quality of life of the local people thereby increasing the
local market
Improves infrastructure in the area which encourage more
investments/foreign capital
Increase in the amount of winemaking boosts sales and the
economy
[Any TWO - accept other relevant answers] (2 x 2) (4)
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3.3 Refer to Audenberg Ridge Peaks (blocks B10, 11 and 12) on the
topographical map and answer the questions that follow.
3.3.1 Name the physical feature formed by Audenberg Ridge Peaks,
separating the two drainage basins.
Watershed/water divide/divide (1 x 1) (1)
3.3.2 Identify the drainage pattern north of Audenberg Ridge Peaks
found specifically in block B12.
Trellis drainage pattern (1 x 1) (1)
3.3.3 Name the underlying rock structure associated with the drainage
pattern mentioned in QUESTION 3.3.2.
Folded sedimentary rocks/folded rock
Alternate layers of hard and soft rock exposed on the surface
(Any ONE) (1 x 1) (1)
3.4 Examine the street pattern found at area 5 on the orthophoto map.
3.4.1 Identify the street pattern at 5.
Grid-iron/grid/rectangular/block street pattern (1 x 1) (1)
3.4.2 Give ONE advantage of the street pattern at 5.
Easy to plan/layout
Easy to extend
Easy to regulate/subdivide
Don't get lost easily
Travel shorter distances
[Any ONE - accept other relevant answers] (1 x 1) (1)
3.4.3 Give ONE disadvantage of the street pattern at 5.
Causes traffic congestion
Time consuming
Plenty of accidents
High fuel consumptions
Monotonous/Boring
Generates more pollution
[Any ONE - accept other relevant answers] (1 x 1) (1)
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3.4.4 Give ONE possible reason for the choice of the street pattern at 5.
Flat land
Older part of the town
Traditional pattern used in the past
Easy to extend/plan
[Any ONE] (1 x 2) (2)
3.5 The orthophoto was taken in 1988 and the topographical map was printed in
2007. Zweletemba (G12 on the topographical map and 7 on the orthophoto
map) shows urban expansion.
3.5.1 Define the term urban expansion.
The physical growth/expansion of the urban area
[Concept] (1 x 1) (1)
3.5.2 Give the direction in which urban expansion has occurred.
Northeast (1 x 1) (1)
3.5.3 What is the name given to the newly developed area after urban
expansion took place?
Mandela Square (1 x 1) (1)
3.5.4 Explain how this urban expansion has negatively affected the
surrounding natural environment.
Removal of vegetation due to development of houses and
infrastructure
Biodiversity is decreased
Polluting of the Hexrivier river due to construction and domestic
waste
Lowering of water table due to additional water consumption
Increase in temperature effects the environment
Increased soil erosion
Reduced the natural environment
[Any ONE - Accept any other relevant answers] (1 x 2) (2)
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QUESTION 4: GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS)
4.1 Define the term geographical information systems.
It is a computerised system designed to capture, manipulate, manage,
analyse and display spatial and non-spatial data to solve planning and
management problems
[Concept] (1 x 1) (1)
4.2 Data can be shown as raster or vector data.
4.2.1 Define the terms raster data and vector data.
Raster data: Data of geographical features shown with grid
cell/pixels
[Concept]
Vector data: Data of geographical features shown in point, line,
polygon format
[Concept] (2 x 1) (2)
4.2.2 Which ONE of the two maps, the topographical map or the
orthophoto map, is an example of raster data? Give a reason for
your answer.
Answer: Orthophoto map
Reason: Orthophoto is made up of grid cells/pixels
Orthophoto is a photograph/real time image
[Any ONE] (1 + 1) (2)
4.3 Refer to block G5 and answer the following questions:
4.3.1 Define the term data layering.
It is the placing of different layers of data on top of one another
[Concept] (1 x 1) (1)
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4.3.2 Name THREE data layers that encouraged the farmer to place his
farm in that specific area (block G5).
Drainage/water supply/(non-perennial) river/(perennial)river)/dam
Topography/flat land/space for farming/relief/slope/contour lines
Fertile soil/soil type/arable land/land suitable for farming
Infrastructure/national roads/secondary roads/other
roads/accessibility
[Any THREE] (3 x 1) (3)
4.4 Refer to the Karoo Botanical Gardens in blocks E9/10.
4.4.1 Name and explain the GIS process that was used to stop urban
development in the Karoo Botanical Gardens.
GIS process: Buffering
Explanation: Demarcating the Karoo Botanical Gardens by
using a protected area symbol
Separating nature reserve from the urban area
To solve the problem of incompatible land use
[Concept] (1 + 1) (2)
4.4.2 Explain why buffering around the Karoo Botanical Gardens is
important.
Restrict urban expansion
It will allow the Karoo Botanical Gardens maintain its
natural environment
It will preserve the natural fauna and flora of the Karoo Botanical
Gardens
Biodiversity of the Karoo Botanical Gardens will be protected
The aesthetic appeal of the Karoo Botanical Gardens will be
maintained and will continue to be a tourist attraction
The protection of the Karoo Botanical Gardens will generate income
for the area e.g. through tourism
Employment will be created as more people will be visiting the
area
The Karoo Botanical Gardens natural fauna and flora, biodiversity
and aesthetic appeal makes it an ideal area for recreation
[Any TWO – Accept other relevant answers] (2 x 2) (4)
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