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HISTORY
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2 HISTORY (EC/NOVEMBER 2017)
1. SOURCE BASED QUESTIONS
1.1 The following cognitive levels were used to develop source-based questions:
WEIGHTING
COGNITVE
HISTORICAL SKILLS OF
LEVELS
QUESTIONS
Extract evidence from sources
LEVEL 1 Selection and organisation of relevant 40%
(L1) information from sources (20)
Define historical concepts/terms
Interpretation of evidence from sources
LEVEL 2 40%
Explain information gathered from sources
(L2) (20)
Analyse evidence from sources
Interpret and evaluate evidence from the
sources
Engage with sources to determine its
LEVEL 3 20%
usefulness, reliability, bias and limitations
(L3) (10)
Compare and contrast interpretations and
perspectives presented in sources and draw
independent conclusions
1.2 The following information below indicates how to source-based
questions are assessed:
In the marking of source-based questions, credit needs to be given to
any other valid and relevant viewpoints, arguments, evidence or
examples.
In the allocation of marks, emphasis should be placed on how the
requirements of the question have been addressed.
In the marking guideline, the requirements of the question (skills that
need to be addressed) as well as the level of the question are indicated
in italics.
1.3 Assessment procedures for source-based questions
Use a tick () for each correct answer
Pay attention to the mark scheme e.g. (2 x 2) which translates to two
reasons and is given two marks each ( ); (1 x 2) which translates
to one reason and is given two marks ()
If a question carries 4 marks then indicate by placing 4 ticks
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Paragraph question
Paragraphs are to be assessed globally (holistically). Both the content and
structure of the paragraph must be taken into account when awarding a
mark. The following steps must be used when assessing a response to a
paragraph question:
Read the paragraph and place a bullet (•) at each point within the text
where the candidate has used relevant evidence to address the
question.
Re-read the paragraph to evaluate the extent to which the candidate
has been able to use relevant evidence to write a paragraph.
At the end of the paragraph indicate the ticks () that the candidate
has been awarded for the paragraph; as well as the level (1, 2 or 3)
as indicated in the holistic rubric and a brief comment e.g.
___________ . __________________________ . __________________
_________________ . ____________________________ . __________
Level 2
Used mostly relevant evidence to write a basic paragraph
Count all the ticks for the source-based question and then write the
mark on the right hand bottom margin e.g. 32
50
Ensure that the total mark is transferred accurately to the front/back
cover of the answer script.
2. ESSAY QUESTIONS
2.1 The essay questions require candidates to:
Be able to structure their argument in a logical and coherent manner. They
need to select, organise and connect the relevant information so that they
are able to present a reasonable sequence of facts or an effective argument
to answer the question posed. It is essential that an essay has an
introduction, a coherent and balanced body of evidence and a conclusion.
2.2 Marking of essays questions
Markers must be aware that the content of the answer will be guided by
the textbooks in use at the particular centre.
Candidates may have any other relevant introduction and/or conclusion
than those included in a specific essay marking guideline for a specific
essay.
When assessing open-ended source-based questions, learners should
be credited for any other relevant answer.
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2.3 Global assessment of the essay
The essay will be assessed holistically (globally). This approach requires
the teacher to score the overall product as a whole, without scoring the
component parts separately. This approach encourages the learner to offer
an individual opinion by using selected factual evidence to support an
argument. The learners will not be required to simply regurgitate ‘facts’ in
order to achieve a high mark. This approach discourages learners from
preparing ‘model’ answers and reproducing them without taking into account
the specific requirements of the question. Holistic marking of the essay
credits learners’ opinion supported by evidence. Holistic assessment, unlike
content-based marking, does not penalise language inadequacies as the
emphasis is on the following:
The construction of argument
The appropriate selection of factual evidence to support such
argument
The learner’s interpretation of the question
2.4 Assessment procedures of the essay
2.4.1 Keep the synopsis in mind when assessing essays.
2.4.2 During the first reading of the extended writing, ticks need to be
awarded for a relevant introduction (indicated by a bullet in
memorandum) each of the main points/aspects that is properly
contextualised (also indicated by bullets in the memorandum) and a
relevant conclusion (indicated by a bullet in the memorandum) e.g. in
an answer where there are 5 main points there will be 7 ticks.
2.4.3 The following additional symbols can also be used:
Introduction, main aspects and conclusion not properly
contextualised
Wrong statement
Irrelevant statement
Repetition R
Analysis A√
Interpretation I√
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2.5 The Matrix
2.5.1 Use of analytical matrix in the marking of essay.
In the marking of essays, with reference to page 6, the given criteria
shown in the matrix should be used. In assessing the extended
writing note should be taken of both the content and presentation.
At the point of intersection of the content and presentation based on
the seven competency levels, a mark should be awarded.
(a) The first reading of essay will be to determine to what extent the
main aspects have been
covered and to allocate the C LEVEL 4
content level (on the matrix).
(b) The second reading of essay will relate to the level (on the matrix) of
presentation. C LEVEL 4
P LEVEL 3
(c) Allocate an overall mark with C LEVEL 4
the use of the matrix. 26–27
P LEVEL 3
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MARKING MATRIX FOR ESSAY: TOTAL: 50
LEVEL 7 LEVEL 6 LEVEL 5 LEVEL 4 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 1
Very well planned and Very well planned Well planned Planned and Shows some Attempts to Little or no
structured essay. and structured and constructed evidence of a structure an attempt to
PRESENTATION Good synthesis of essay. Developed structured an argument. planned and answer. structure
information. a relevant line of essay. Evidence constructed Largely the essay.
Developed an original, argument. Attempts to used to some argument. descriptive or
well balanced and Evidence used to develop a extent to Attempts to some attempt
independent line of defend the clear support the sustain a line at developing
argument with the use argument. Attempts argument. line of of argument. a line of
of evidence and to draw an Conclusion argument. Conclusions argument. No
CONTENT sustained and independent drawn from Conclusions not clearly attempt to
defended the conclusion from the the evidence reached supported by draw a
argument throughout. evidence to support to support based on evidence. conclusion.
Independent the line of the line of evidence.
conclusion is drawn argument. argument.
from evidence to
support the line of
argument.
LEVEL 7
Question has been
fully answered.
Content selection
47–50 43–46
fully relevant to
line of argument.
LEVEL 6
Question has been
answered.
Content selection
43–46 40–42 38–39
relevant to a line of
argument
LEVEL 5
Question
answered to a
great extent.
Content
38–39 36–37 34–35 30–33 28–29
adequately
covered and
relevant.
LEVEL 4
Question
recognisable in
answer. Some 30–33 28–29 26–27
omissions or
irrelevant content
selection.
LEVEL 3
Content selection
does not relate to
the question, but
does not answer it,
or does not always
26–27 24–25 20–23
relate to the
question.
Omissions in
coverage.
LEVEL 2
Question
inadequately 20–23 18–19 14–17
addressed.
Sparse content.
LEVEL 1
Question
inadequately
addressed or not 14–17 0–13
at all. Inadequate
or irrelevant
content.
*Guidelines for allocating a mark for Level 1:
Question not addressed at all/totally irrelevant content; no attempt to structure the essay =0
Question includes basic and generally irrelevant information; no attempt to structure the essay = 1–6
Question inadequately addressed and vague; little attempt to structure the essay = 7–13
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SECTION A: SOURCE-BASED QUESTION
QUESTION 1: HOW WAS SHAKA PERCEIVED IN THE BUILDING OF THE ZULU
NATION?
1.1 1.1.1 [Extraction of information from Source 1A – L1]
Francis Fynn
Nathaniel Isaacs (2 x 1) (2)
1.1.2 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 1A – L2]
They wanted to make their work interesting
They wanted to sell their books
They wanted the British authorities to take control of Port Natal
It would mean a fortune for both authors
Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
1.1.3 [Extraction of evidence from Source 1A – L1]
Bloodthirsty
Murderer (2 x 1) (2)
1.2 1.2.1 [Extraction of information from Source 1B – L1]
Brilliant
Courageous
Intelligent (3 x 1) (3)
1.2.2 [Definition of a concept from Source 1B – L1]
Is a leader who does not listen to other people’s views
Absolute ruler who does not allow opposition
Any other relevant explanation (Any 1 x 2) (2)
1.2.3 [Evaluate the usefulness of Source 1B – L3]
It gives a balanced account of Shaka
It shows the positive side of Shaka
The source indicates Shaka did what he could to build a strong Zulu
nation
He commemorates Shaka as a legend for building of the Zulu nation
Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
1.2.4 [Extraction of evidence from Source 1B – L1]
Shaka went against customs of the people
He over-used the army
Allowing his soldiers little time for normal pursuits of peace (3 x 1) (3)
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1.3 1.3.1 [Extraction of evidence from Source 1C – L1]
This series reached an enormous audience and received wide
coverage. (1 x 2) (2)
1.3.2 [Extraction of evidence from Source 1C – L1]
It advocated inter-racial co-operation
Change the view of people labelling the Zulus as barbarians
(Any 1 x 2) (2)
1.3.3 [Extraction of evidence from Source 1C – L1]
The depiction of the control exerted by the traders over Shaka
The use of a White narrator (Any 1 x 2) (2)
1.4 1.4.1 [Extraction of evidence from Source 1D – L1]
Spear
Shield (2 x 1) (2)
1.4.2 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 1D – L2]
Shortened the spear
Attacked bull-horn form
Strict discipline imposed in his warriors
Led them run bare feet over thorns/warm coals
Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
1.4.3 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 1D – L2]
He was a warrior
He is powerful
He is confident
Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
1.4.4 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 1D – L2]
To kill his enemies at close range
It was easier to handle and throw at the enemy
Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
1.4.5 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 1D – L2]
To protect themselves during fighting
To prevent them from being stabbed during fighting
To avoid being beaten by the knobkerrie
Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
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1.5 [Interpretation, analysis and evaluation of evidence from relevant sources and
own knowledge – L3]
Candidates could include the following aspects in their response:
Shaka was perceived as a despotic man (Source 1A and 1C)
Shaka was bloodthirsty and a murderer (Source 1A)
Shaka was a mighty, innovative warrior and a charismatic leader who united
warring tribes into a nation (Source 1B)
Shaka was a clever man with foresight and intuition (Source 1B)
Shaka slaughtered thousands of his own people (Source 1A)
Shaka built a strong Zulu nation (Own knowledge)
Shaka was a legendary king and brilliant general (Source 1B)
The television series was released to change view
Strong warrior (Source 1D)
Any other relevant response
Use the following rubric to allocate a mark:
Uses evidence in an elementary manner, e.g. shows
no or little understanding of how Shaka was MARKS:
LEVEL 1
perceived in the building of the Zulu nation 0–2
Uses evidence partially or cannot write a paragraph
Evidence is mostly relevant and relates to a great
extent to the topic, e.g. shows some understanding
of how Shaka was perceived in the building of the MARKS:
LEVEL 2
Zulu nation 3–4
Uses evidence in a basic manner to write a
paragraph
Uses relevant sources, e.g. demonstrates a
thorough understanding of how Shaka was
MARKS:
LEVEL 3 perceived in the building of the Zulu nation
5–6
Uses evidence very effectively in an organised
paragraph that shows an understanding of the topic (6)
[50]
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QUESTION 2: HOW DID BRITISH CONTROL CHANGE THE POLITICAL,
ECONOMICAL AND SOCIAL LANDSCAPE OF THE CAPE?
2.1 2.1.1 [Definition of historical concept from Source 2A – L1]
A slave is a person who is someone else’s possession
A slave is a person who works hard without payment
Any other relevant explanation (Any 1 x 2) (2)
2.1.2 [Extraction of evidence from Source 2A – L1]
They worked long hours under poor conditions
Often not given enough healthy food
Lived in overcrowded and dirty conditions (Any 1 x 2) (2)
2.1.3 [Extraction of evidence from Source 2A – L1]
According to the British law, slavery was unconstitutional
The way they were treated was unfair and inhumane
Missionaries pressurised the British government to change their
policy
It was immoral
Any other relevant response (Any 1 x 2) (2)
2.1.4 [Extraction of evidence from Source 2A – L1]
Abolition of Slavery Act (1 x 2) (2)
2.1.5 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 2A – L2]
(a) Were set free
Could re-unite with their families
Could become paid labourers
Most became workers for their ex-masters
Any other relevant response (Any 1 x 2) (2)
(b) Lose labourers
Lose money
Any other relevant response (Any 1 x 2) (2)
2.2 2.2.1 [Extraction of information from Source 2B – L1]
Missus
Baas (2 x 1) (2)
2.2.2 [Extraction of information from Source 2B – L1]
They were mad with rage
They were irritated (Any 1 x 2) (2)
2.2.3 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 2B – L2]
Some slaves were treated well by their masters
Some owners were kind to their slaves
Some owners were cruel
Some owners did not feed their slaves properly, rations were often
small
Slaves were often sjambokked by their owners
Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
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2.2.4 [Analysis of evidence from Source 2B – L3]
JUSTIFIED
Because the British abolished slavery
He was free at last from the cruel treatment of his master
His master drove his slaves off his farm
Any other relevant response
OR
NOT JUSTIFIED
Because Katie’s master was kind to her
Katie’s master did not drive her off the farm
Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
2.3 2.3.1 [Definition of concepts from Source 2C – L1]
To take someone else’s land by force
Any other relevant explanation (Any 1 x 2) (2)
2.3.2 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 2C – L2]
Saw themselves as superior
They saw themselves as the stronger race and more civilised
Saw no value in Xhosa culture and society
Any other relevant response (Any 1 x 2) (2)
2.3.3 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 2C – L2]
They had guns
They had horses
They were militarily stronger (Any 1 x 2) (2)
2.3.4 [Extraction of evidence from Source 2C – L1]
They wanted to change Xhosa into wage labourers
They saw no value in Xhosa culture and society
They claimed to be doing that to keep the peace
Any other relevant response (Any 1 x 2) (2)
2.4 2.4.1 [Extraction of information from Source 2D – L1]
Xhosa chief (1 x 1) (1)
2.4.2 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 2D – L2]
He believed it will drive the colonists off their land into the sea
He was a believer in ancestors
Also believed that they will have better/more cattle and grain
Any other relevant response (Any 1 x 2) (2)
2.4.3 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 2D – L2]
The prophecy made by a Xhosa young girl that the Xhosas must kill their
cattle and burn their grain (1 x 2) (2)
2.4.4 [Extraction of information from Source 2D – L1]
Cattle and people he led
He lost his chieftaincy
People left him to search for food and became labourers (3 x 1) (3)
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2.4.5 [Extraction of information from Source 2D – L1]
Nongqawuse (1 x 2) (2)
2.4.6 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 2D – L2]
Lost their land to the British
Became labourers
Led to starvation
Any other relevant response (Any 1 x 2) (2)
2.5 [Interpretation, analysis, evaluation of evidence from the relevant sources – L3]
Candidates could include the following aspects in their response:
Slaves were set free (Source 2A
Reunited with their families (own knowledge)
Become craftsmen (own knowledge)
People lost their fertile land and cattle (Source 2D)
Xhosa became labours of white settlers (Source 2C)
People become homeless (Source 2D)
Many Africans worked on white owned industries and mine (own knowledge)
Xhosa land was annexed by the British (Source 2C)
Any other relevant response
Use the following rubric to allocate a mark:
Uses evidence in an elementary manner, e.g. shows
no or little understanding of how British control
MARKS:
LEVEL 1 changed the political, economic and social
0–2
landscape of the Cape
Uses evidence partially or cannot write a paragraph
Evidence is mostly relevant and relates to a great
extent to the topic, e.g. shows some understanding
of how British control changed the political, MARKS:
LEVEL 2
economic and social landscape of the Cape 3–4
Uses evidence in a basic manner to write a
paragraph
Uses relevant sources, e.g. demonstrates a
thorough understanding of how British control
changed the political, economic and social MARKS:
LEVEL 3
landscape of the Cape 5–6
Uses evidence very effectively in an organised
paragraph that shows an understanding of the topic (6)
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QUESTION 3: HOW DID THE SOUTH AFRICAN WAR NOT ONLY AFFECT THE
AFRIKANERS, BUT ALSO BLACK SOUTH AFRICANS?
3.1 3.1.1 [Extraction of information from Source 3A – L1]
Disrupted the migrant labour system
Deprived them from income to buy grain, pay rent and tax
Blacks had to move back to already overpopulated rural area (3 x 1) (3)
3.1.2 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 3A – L2]
They had very little or no food in the camps
No medical care provided
Free rations were provided in exceptional cases
Housing was inadequate as they had to build their own huts
Living conditions were poor
Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
3.1.3 [Extraction of evidence from Source 3A – L1]
Labour tenants
Cash tenants
Share-croppers (3 x 1) (3)
3.1.4 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 3A – L2]
Rations were usually provided
They were given wages of 40 to 50 shillings
They did not like the Boers because of discrimination
They thought that if Britain can win the war they will live better lives in
South Africa
Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
3.2 3.2.1 [Extraction of information from Source 3B – L1]
The British created separate camps for Blacks from the start of the
war
Maintenance spent on white camps were a lot higher than that spent
on the Black camps due to the fact that Blacks had to build the
country (Any 1 x 2) (2)
3.2.2 [Extraction of information from Source 3B – L1]
14 154 (1 x 1) (1)
3.2.3 [Evaluate the usefulness of evidence in Source 3B – L3]
It shows the way Blacks were mistreated in the concentration camps
hardly getting any food
Living conditions were harsher in Black concentration camps than in
whites’ camps
Higher death rate in black concentration camps
Any other relevant response (1 x 2) (2)
3.3 3.3.1 [Definition of historical concepts 3C – L1]
(a) Is a fighting tactic to attack the enemies while not prepared
Hit-and-run
Any other relevant explanation (Any 1 x 2) (2)
(b) A small group of Boer soldiers that use guerrilla tactic
Any other relevant response (Any 1 x 2) (2)
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3.3.2 [Extraction of evidence from Source 3C – L1]
Burning down farms
Destroying dams
Seizing farm animals (3 x 1) (3)
3.3.3 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 3C – L2]
British scorched earth policy (1 x 2) (2)
3.3.4 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 3C – L2]
To end the war
To cut the Boers’ food supplies and medical care
To drive women and children off into the open fields who were
helping their men
To morally destroy the Boers that will force them to give up
Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
3.3.5 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 3C – L2]
Boers developed a deep hatred towards the British
Some Boers refused to stop the war – ‘bittereinders’
Led to the end of the war
Treaty of Vereeniging was signed
Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
3.4 3.4.1 [Extraction of information from Source 3D – L1]
Sarah’s mother and her younger siblings were also placed in a
concentration camp as punishment for feeding passing Boers (1 x 2) (2)
3.4.2 [Extraction of information from Source 3D – L1]
To escape the British forces, she moved from farm to farm for several
months (1 x 2) (2)
3.4.3 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 3D – L2]
Women provided food for fighting men
Women provided medical care for the sick and wounded
Some fought side by side with the men
Any other relevant response (Any 1 x 2) (2)
3.4.4 [Analysis of evidence from Source 3D – L3]
Both sources commemorate women
Written source speaks of bravery of Sarah
Visual source monument erected for the bravery
Both sources show Boer women played a vital role during the war
Both sources mention that women were sent to concentration camps
Any other relevant response (Any 1 x 2) (2)
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3.5 [Interpretation, analysis, evaluation of evidence from the relevant sources – L3]
Candidates could include the following aspects in their response:
Blacks were removed from farms and placed in concentration camps
(Source 3A)
Most blacks lost an income (Source 3A)
Black death rate high because of starvation and diseases (Source 3B)
Took the cattle and burned down the farms (Source 3C)
Dams were destroyed (Source 3C)
Women and children taken to concentration camps (Source 3D)
Women not safe and joined the war and became soldiers (Source 3D)
Any other relevant response
Use the following rubric to allocate a mark:
Uses evidence in an elementary manner, e.g. shows
no or little understanding of the impact that the
MARKS:
LEVEL 1 South African War had on Afrikaners and Black
0–2
South Africans
Uses evidence partially or cannot write a paragraph
Evidence is mostly relevant and relates to a great
extent to the topic, e.g. shows some understanding
of the impact that the South African War had on MARKS:
LEVEL 2
Afrikaners and Black South Africans 3–4
Uses evidence in a basic manner to write a
paragraph
Uses relevant sources, e.g. demonstrates a
thorough understanding of the impact that the
South African War had on Afrikaners and Black MARKS:
LEVEL 3
South Africans 5–6
Uses evidence very effectively in an organised
paragraph that shows an understanding of the topic (6)
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SECTION B: ESSAY QUESTIONS
Answer at least ONE question, but not more than TWO questions from this section.
QUESTION 4: TRANSFORMATION IN THE SOUTHERN AFRICA AFTER 1750:
THE EMERGENCE OF THE SOTHO KINGDOM UNDER KING
MOSHOESHOE.
‘In building the Sotho kingdom, Moshoeshoe was a diplomat.’
Do you are agree with the statement? Substantiate your answer with relevant
examples.
[Plan and construct an original argument based on relevant evidence using analytical
and interpretive skills]
SYNOPSIS
Candidates should explain how diplomatic Moshoeshoe was in the building of the
Basotho Kingdom.
MAIN ASPECTS
Candidates should include the following aspects in their response:
Introduction: Candidates need to take a line of argument and indicate whether they
agree with the statement or not.
Elaboration:
o Moshoeshoe’s diplomacy
Moshoeshoe was a clever, loving leader who gave refugees a place to stay
Southern Sotho were united into a nation by Moshoeshoe, a leader with both
military and diplomatic skills
He welcomed and protected the frightened fleeing people
In dealing with Kora and Griqua attacks, he used diplomacy and force
He bought off attackers with gifts of cattle
Defended his people by moving them to Thaba Bosui Mountain to easily guard
attackers
Routes were few to the mountain, plenty of water to support 3000 people and
animals
o Mafisa
Moshoeshoe lent cattle to impoverished people
Moshoeshoe helped refuges through Mafisa
o Relationship with Trekboers
Moshoeshoe accepted Trekboers
He gave them the right to use land
He lived peacefully with Trekboers
He was careful not to sign any document or accepted gifts
He wanted to ensure that they did not later allege that they bought the land
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o Boers and Moshoeshoe
Moshoeshoe allowed some Boers to stay as guests in the Caledon Valley
Trading between them increased
Basotho exchange grain and cattle to Boers for guns and gunpowder
Conflict between Boers and Basotho started in 1840s when the Boers claimed
they owned the land they occupied
o Moshoeshoes relations with his neighbours
Used relationships with his neighbours to strengthen his Kingdom
Sent tribute to Shaka in the hope that he will be left in peace
After he defeated the Ndebele he treated them well
Invited missionaries which helped and advised Moshoeshoe in dealing with
white people
During various battles Moshoeshoe asked for protection from Britain in 1868
Basotho became British territory but still managed to preserve his kingdom
Any other relevant response
Conclusion: Candidates should tie up their argument with relevant conclusion.
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QUESTION 5: COLONIAL EXPANSION AFTER 1750: CO-OPERATION AND
CONFLICT IN THE HIGHVELD
How did the Colonial Expansion after 1750 led to cooperation and conflict in the
Highveld?
Critically discuss the conflict between the British, Boers and Basotho’s and the
attempts made by the British to resolve it.
[Plan and construct an original argument based on relevant evidence using analytical
and interpretive skills]
SYNOPSIS
Candidates should critically discuss the conflict between the Boers, British and
Moshoeshoe and how it was resolved.
MAIN ASPECTS
Candidates should include the following aspects in their response:
Introduction: Candidates can give background on the rise of Moshoeshoe and his
relationship with the Boers
Elaboration:
o Boers came from the Cape, come into contact with Moshoeshoe while looking for
land to settle in
o Bitter struggle of land between Moshoeshoe and Boers
o Reasons for the conflict between Boers and the Basotho
Conflict was over land between the Caledon and Orange rivers
The most fertile part was the Caledon river
At first Basotho and Boers lived peacefully
However in the 1830s Basotho were under pressure from different groups
living in that area
Boer population increased and demand for land was growing
o Attempts to resolve the conflict
In 1843 Napier and Moshoeshoe signed a Treaty of Friendship
Boers were unhappy and to avoid conflict, Moshoeshoe loaned them land
Tension increased when Boers claimed the land as their permanent property
In 1850 Major Warden drew a new boundary favouring the Boers
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o Moshoeshoe’s reaction to the Warden Line
White settlers received basically all the land they requested
Warden’s plan was to divide and rule
The Warden Line destroyed the Basotho’s
They lost most of their fertile land
Moshoeshoe would lose control over thousands of his subjects
He refuses to accept the Warden Line
Raids and stealing of cattle continue and Moshoeshoe gets blamed
In 1851 Warden attacked the Basotho but was defeated at Viervoet
This was disastrous for the British
In 1852 Cathcart attacked Basotho
The British are defeated at Berea mountain
He sent a letter to Cathcart hoping for peace
o The Bloemfontein Convention
Orange Free State got independence
Areas between Vaal and Orange rivers were given to Boers
Moshoeshoe was not consulted
This caused further conflict
o Tension between Moshoeshoe and the Boers increased
In 1854 Basotho took cattle and horses from the Boer farms
Britain stopped selling Africans weapons which made Moshoeshoe’s kingdom
become weak
In 1858 Orange the Free State declared war on the Basotho
Peace Treaty was signed
In 1865 a war broke out between Basotho and Orange Free State
Basotho won but suffered greatly – Moshoeshoe wanted peace
o Basotho came under British rule
Moshoeshoe appealed for help to the British
British agreed to take over Basotho kingdom in 1868
Basotholand was annexed, Basotho people became British subjects
Moshoeshoe died in 1870 and buried on Thaba Bosiu
Any other relevant response
Conclusion: Candidates should tie up their argument with relevant conclusion.
Use the rubric on page 6 to assess this essay question. [50]
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20 HISTORY (EC/NOVEMBER 2017)
QUESTION 6: SOUTH AFRICAN WAR AND THE UNION. THE NATIVE LAND ACT
OF 1913
‘The Land Act of 1913 was the final nail in the coffin for Black South Africans in the
20th century and a step to Apartheid.’
Discuss this statement with reference to the social and economic impact of the Land
Act and how it laid the foundation for the system of apartheid.
[Plan and construct an original argument based on relevant evidence using analytical
and interpretive skills]
SYNPOSIS
Candidates should discuss the social and economic impact of the 1913 Land Act and
how it laid the foundation for the system of apartheid.
MAIN ASPECTS
Candidates should include the following aspects in their response:
Introduction: Candidates should take a stance and show how Black South Africans
was affected by the 1913 Land Act.
Elaboration:
o In 1913, the new all White parliament passed the Native Land Act
o Main purpose of the Act was to divide South Africa legally into White and Black
territories
o To give White people more land to farm on and make Blacks available labourers to
White run mines and industries
o Stipulations of the Act
Black people who were 70% of the population at the time confined 7–8% of the
land
White people who comprised 20% of the population possessed 92–93% of the
land
Black people remained in the “White South Africa” if they were legally
employed by Whites as labour tenants
Black people could only be rent tenants, labour tenants, share-croppers
o Economic effect of the Act
Thousands of Black people could not obtain employment
Those who did not want to work, were thrown off the farms with their livestock
Blacks were forced to become low paid farm labourers and labour tenants
Most of the land allocated to Blacks was not suitable for farming
This meant Africans had to seek work to support their families
Africans could never become successful commercial farmers in competition
with the Whites because of the land Act
Africans were at the mercy of being employed by mining companies and
landowners and paid very little wages
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o Social effect of the Act
Blacks were evicted with their livestock
They wondered around in all weather conditions
The law stated that giving landless Black people a place to stay could result in
a penalty of 100 pounds or imprisonment
Reserves for Blacks were often far away and also overcrowded
Conditions there were very poor with soil erosion, malnutrition and increase of
diseases
They often killed their livestock or had to sell their weakening livestock
The amount of land allocated for Blacks was insufficient
o Reaction to the Native land Act
Founding of the SANNC was the first opposition to the Act
Sol Plaatje and other SANNC members went to rural areas investigating the
hardships of the Land Act
They witnessed the African people’s suffering under the Act
Sol Plaatje and the SANNC repeatedly called for the repealing of the Act
In 1914 SANNC delegation went to Prime Minister, Louis Botha to protest
against the Act
Their appeal was unsuccessful
SANNC travelled to Britain to present their grievances to British government
against the Act
This attempt was unsuccessful British government refused to intervene
SANNC established to fight the discrimination against black South Africans
o Land Act as the forerunner of apartheid system
In 1923 Urban Areas Act continued enforcing segregation
In 1924 to intensify segregation ‘civilised labour policy’ was passed
In 1950 Bantustans policy created
In 1950s Group Areas Act made forced removals
This had a severe negative impact on majority of the population while
benefitting the White minority
Any other relevant response
Conclusion: Candidates should tie up their argument with relevant conclusion.
Use the rubric on page 6 to assess this essay question. [50]
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