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GEOGRAPHY P2
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Geography Grade 11 P2 Eastern Cape November 2016 Memo (Eng)
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2 GEOGRAPHY P2 (EC/NOVEMBER 2016)
SECTION A
QUESTION 1: MULTIPLE-CHOICE QUESTIONS
The questions are based on the 1:50 000 topographic map 2829AC HARRISMITH, 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 to D) in the block next to each question.
1.1 The contour interval on the orthophoto map is … meters.
A 20
B 10
C
C 5
D 50
1.2 The rows of trees found close on Secunda farm, in block E2, are used as …
A demarcation.
B protection.
D
C plantations.
D windbreaks.
1.3 The coordinates of trigonometrical station number 44, in block B13 is …
A 28°16’10”S 29°12’50”E / 28°16,1’S 29°12,8’E.
B 28°15’10”E 29°14’20”S / 28°15,1’E 29°14,3’S.
A
C 29°13’22”S 28°16’10”E / 29°13,3’S 28°16,1’E.
D 29°13’22”E 28°15’10”S / 29°13,3’E 28°15,1’S.
1.4 The province in which Harrismith is found is ...
A Mpumalanga.
B Kwa-Zulu Natal.
D
C Gauteng.
D Free State.
1.5 The feature marked 1 on the orthophoto map is a …
A spur.
B golf course.
B
C saddle.
D cemetery.
1.6 The building marked 10 on the orthophoto map is a …
A school.
B factory.
C
C hospital.
D smallholding.
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1.7 The general direction of the Sterkfontein Dam Nature Reserve area, in block J2
from Harrismith, in block B8 is …
A north west.
B south east.
D
C north east.
D south west.
1.8 The landform between trigonometrical beacon 44 and spot height 2338 in B13,
on the topographic map is a …
A saddle.
B plain.
D
C plateau.
D pass.
1.9 The town of Harrismith is found in a/an … rainfall region.
A summer
B winter
A
C year through
D autumn
1.10 The road/s that link/s Harrismith to Witsieshoek in the south west on the
topographic map is/are the …
A N5.
B N5, R74 and 712.
B
C R74.
D N3 and R74.
1.11 The map projection used on the orthophoto map is …
A Universal Transverse.
B Lambert.
C
C Gauss Conform.
D Mercator.
1.12 Evidence of the extraction of underground water in block D1 is indicated by a …
A dam.
B wind pump.
B
C reservoir.
D furrow.
1.13 The slope between C to D on the topographical map is ...
A concaved.
B convexed.
A
C stepped.
D uniformed.
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1.14 The main vegetation type found in block C12.
A Woodland
B Orchards and vineyards
A
C Cultivated lands
D Game and nature reserves
1.15 The reference number of the orthophoto map directly north-east of Harrismith is
...
A 2829 AC 3.
B 2829 AA 24.
B
C 2829 AB.
D 2829 AC 7.
(15 × 1) (15)
[15]
SECTION B
QUESTION 2: MAPWORK TECHNIQUES AND CALCULATIONS
Consult the topographic map and answer the following questions. You may use the
orthophoto map.
2.1 Locate the largest dam in block G5 on the topographic map and calculate the
length of the dam wall in meters.
Show ALL calculations. Marks will be awarded for calculations.
Length = 0,3 cm × 0,5 × 1000 (0,2 to 0,4 cm) = 0,3 cm × 500
OR
= 150 m = 150 m
[Range 100 – 200 m]
(2 × 1) (2)
2.2 The cross section below is drawn between 5 and 6 on the orthophoto map.
2.2.1 Identify the feature marked A and B on the cross section.
A = Railway line
B = N3 National freeway
(2 × 1) (2)
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2.2.2 Calculate the vertical exaggeration of this cross section from 5 to 6.
𝑉𝑒𝑟𝑡𝑖𝑐𝑎𝑙 𝑠𝑐𝑎𝑙𝑒 (𝑉𝑆)
Use the formula: 𝑉𝐸 = 𝐻𝑜𝑟𝑖𝑠𝑜𝑛𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑠𝑐𝑎𝑙𝑒 (𝐻𝑆)
1 cm = 20 m (therefore 20 × 100 = 2 000 m)
VS = 1 : 2000
HS = 1 : 10 000
𝑉𝑒𝑟𝑡𝑖𝑐𝑎𝑙 𝑠𝑐𝑎𝑙𝑒 (𝑉𝑆)
𝑉𝐸 =
𝐻𝑜𝑟𝑖𝑠𝑜𝑛𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑠𝑐𝑎𝑙𝑒 (𝐻𝑆)
1 10000
=( 2000 × 1 )
= 5 times [No units – no marks for final answer]
(4 × 1) (4)
2.2.3 Provide ONE reason why the vertical scale in a cross section is
exaggerated (made bigger).
It allows for relief features to be seen more clearly.
If the vertical scale is not exaggerated the relief feature
will be flat.
Any ONE (1 × 1) (1)
2.3 2.3.1 Use the information on the topographic map and calculate the magnetic
declination for 2016.
Show ALL calculations. Marks will be awarded for calculations.
Difference in years: 2016 - 2001
= 15 years
Total change: 15 × (8' W)
= 120ˈ / 2°00ˈW
Magnetic declination for 2016: 20°28' W (+ ) 120' W (2°00' W)
= 22°28' W
[No units – no marks for final answer]
(5 × 1) (5)
2.3.2 If the true bearing from trigonometric beacon station 299 (block C9) to
trigonometric beacon station 44 (block B13) is 63°, determine the
magnetic bearing for 2016.
Formula:
Magnetic bearing=True bearing (TB) + Magnetic declination (MD)
MB = 63° + 22°28'
= 85°28'
(1 × 1) (1)
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2.4 Peter and Zane are doing an adventure race and have to run from spot height
1794, labelled 9, in a straight line to spot height 1729, marked 8 on the
orthophoto map.
Calculate the average gradient of their run.
Show ALL calculations. Marks will be awarded for calculations.
𝑉𝑒𝑟𝑡𝑖𝑐𝑎𝑙 𝑖𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑟𝑣𝑎𝑙 (𝑉𝐼)
Formula: 𝑮𝒓𝒂𝒅𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒕 = 𝐻𝑜𝑟𝑖𝑧𝑜𝑛𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑒𝑞𝑢𝑖𝑣𝑎𝑙𝑒𝑛𝑡 (𝐻𝐸)
VI = 1794 m – 1729 m VI = 1794 m – 1729 m
= 65 m = 65 m
10 𝑐𝑚 𝑥 10 000
HE = [9,9 cm – 10,1 cm] HE = 10 cm × 100
100
= 1 000 m [990 m – 1 010 m] = 1 000 m
65 𝑚 65 𝑚
Gradient = 1 000 𝑚 = 1 000 𝑚
1 1
= 1 : 15,4 or 15,4 = 1 : 15,4 or 15,4
[Range: 15,2 – 15,5]
(5 × 1) (5)
[20]
SECTION C
QUESTION 3: MAP INTERPRETATION AND ANALYSIS
3.1 The town of Harrismith has a rich cultural heritage. Give TWO pieces of
evidence, from the map, to support this statement.
Numerous monuments
42 Black Watch ….
Queen’s Hill
King’s Hill plantation
Victoria Lake
[Any TWO]
(2 × 1) (2)
3.2 Refer to the section of the Nuwejaarspruit (stream) in block H/I 1 and 2 and
answer the questions that follow:
3.2.1 In which direction does the Nuwejaarspruit (stream) flow?
Give ONE reason to support your answer.
Answer North / NNW / NNE (1 × 1) (1)
`
Reason
The contour heights decrease Northwards
Spot heights decrease northwards
Position of dam wall
Dam water south of dam wall
[Any ONE]
(1 × 2) (2)
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3.2.2 What type of river is the Nuwejaarspruit?
Perennial
(1 × 1) (1)
3.3 Give ONE reason visible on the topographic map, why the land on the eastern
side of the Sterkfontein Dam has not been developed.
Protected area
(1 × 2) (2)
3.4 The excavation activities (blocks H2, H3) in the mapped area has caused
environmental despoliation (damage). Suggest TWO ways in which the
affected area can be restored (made good).
Reforest or re-establish indigenous vegetation
Landfill and create a park
Develop into dam
[Any TWO]
(2 × 2) (4)
3.5 Soil erosion is occurring over a large area in blocks D4 and E3. Suggest TWO
strategies that may help overcome this problem.
Afforestation programme
Building anti-erosion walls
Awareness programme to educate farmers about environmentally
sustainable farming practices
[Any TWO]
(2 × 2) (4)
3.6 Refer to both the orthophoto and topographic map and identify the features
labelled 12 and 13.
12 = Prison
13 = Hotel
(2 × 1) (2)
3.7 Study the landforms marked G (block F4) and H (block H13).
3.7.1 Name the landforms marked G and H respectively.
G = Butte
H = Koppie / Conical hill
(2 × 1) (2)
3.7.2 Are these landforms associated with massive igneous rock, inclined rock
strata or horizontal rock strata?
Horizontal rock strata
(1 x1) (1)
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3.7.3 Which ONE of the landforms G or H, has been exposed to erosion the
longest? Explain your answer.
Answer: H = Koppie / conical hill / hill / H
Explanation: No longer a hard cap/sill
1 + (1 × 2) (3)
3.7.4 What type of rocks are these landforms in QUESTION 3.7.3 most
probably consisting of.
Sedimentary
(1 × 1) (1)
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SECTION D
QUESTION 4: GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS)
4.1 What is the term used to describe the conversion of a paper map to be used in
a computer?
Digitising
(1 × 1) (1)
4.2 Differentiate between vector and raster data.
Vector: Uses points, lines and areas inside a polygon to define data stored in a
computer
Raster: Each area is divided into rectangular grid cells and each rectangular cell
contains an attribute value and its location coordinates
[Concept]
(2 × 1) (2)
4.3 Explain why the orthophoto map of Harrismith has a high spatial resolution.
The orthophoto map has a higher degree of detail and clarity of
images.
High resolution maps have a better quality image
The orthophoto map has a larger scale
Large scale maps show more detail and better resolution
[Any ONE]
(1 × 1) (1)
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4.4 Answer the following questions on data layering:
4.4.1 Explain the meaning of the term data layering in GIS.
Maps showing different types of information are projected onto one
another / placed on top of one another
[Concept]
(1 × 1) (1)
4.4.2 Discuss how TWO data layers influenced the farmer in block H9, on the
topographic map, in making his farm more profitable.
Infrastructure - road / buildings / farm houses
Relief - contours / hill / soil type / gradient
Drainage - availability of water / dam / river / windpump
[Any TWO]
(2 × 2) (4)
4.5 Identify a point feature and a line feature in block I9.on the topographic map.
A point feature:
windpump
resevoir
spot height
[Any ONE]
A line feature:
other road
secondary road
contour line
river
dam wall
fence
row of trees
[Any ONE]
(2 × 1) (2)
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4.6 Study the bar graph below, which depicts temperature and rainfall data for
Harrismith. A statistical analysis of the data on the graph will be useful for
farmers. The bar graph is an example of attribute data.
4.6.1 Give TWO attributes provided by the bar graph.
Temperature
Rainfall
(2 × 1) (2)
4.6.2 Explain how you can use attributes provided by the bar graph.
To determine the average temperature/rainfall for the year
To determine the maximum temperature/rainfall
To determine the minimum temperature/rainfall
To determine months with high temperature/rainfall
To determine months with low temperature/rainfall
To determine the type of crops to be grown
To determine when to grow certain crops
To determine the harvesting period of the crops
[Any TWO]
(2 × 1) (2)
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