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JUNE 2016
HISTORY P2
MEMORANDUM
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History Grade 12 Paper 2 EC June 2016 Memo (English)
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2 HISTORY P2 (EC/JUNE 2016)
1. SOURCE BASED QUESTIONS
1.1 The following cognitive levels were used to develop source-based questions:
WEIGHTIN
COGNIT
G OF
VE HISTORICAL SKILLS
QUESTIO
LEVELS
NS
Extract evidence from sources
LEVEL
1 Selection and organisation of relevant information 30%
(L1) from sources (15)
Define historical concepts/terms
LEVEL Interpretation of evidence from sources
40%
2 Explain information gathered from sources
(20)
(L2) Analyse evidence from sources
Interpret and evaluate evidence from the sources
Engage with sources to determine its usefulness,
LEVEL 3 reliability, bias and limitations 30%
Compare and contrast interpretations and (15)
(L3)
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.
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.
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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.
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 5, 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 5
(c) Allocate an overall mark with C LEVEL 4
the use of the matrix. 30–33
P LEVEL 5
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(EC/JUNE 2016) HISTORY P2 5
MARKING MATRIX FOR ESSAY: TOTAL MARKS: 50
LEVEL 7 LEVEL 6 LEVEL 5 LEVEL 4 LEVEL 3 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 1
Very well planned Very well Well planned Planned and Shows some Attempts to Little or no
PRESENTATION and structured planned and and structured constructed an evidence of a structure an attempt to
essay. Good structured essay. essay. Attempts argument. planned and answer. Largely structure the
synthesis of Developed a to develop a Evidence used constructed descriptive or essay.
information. relevant line of clear argument. to some extent argument. some attempt at
Developed an argument. Conclusion to support the Attempts to developing a line
original, well Evidence used to drawn from the line of sustain a line of of argument. No
balanced and defend the evidence to argument. argument. attempt to draw a
independent line argument. support the line Conclusions Conclusions not conclusion.
of argument with Attempts to of argument. reached based clearly
the use of draw an on evidence. supported by
evidence and independent evidence.
sustained and conclusion from
defended the the evidence to
argument support the line
CONTENT throughout. of argument.
Independent
conclusion is
drawn 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 43–46 40–42 38–39
selection relevant to
a line of argument.
LEVEL 5
Question answered
to a great extent. 38–39 36–37 34–35 30–33 28–29
Content 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 26–27 24–25 20–23
not always 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 at
14–17 0–3
all. Inadequate or
irrelevant content.
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6 HISTORY P2 (EC/JUNE 2016)
SECTION A: SOURCE-BASED QUESTIONS
QUESTION 1: HOW DID STEVE BIKO AND THE PHILOSOPHY OF BLACK
CONSCIOUSNESS INFLUENCE THE STUDENT UPRISING OF
1976?
1.1 1.1.1 [Extraction of evidence from Source 1A – L1]
Because he has become a shell, a shadow of a man
completely defeated
drowning in his own misery
a slave
an ox bearing yoke
sheepish timidity
lost his personality
because black people are the only vehicle for change (Any 3 x 1) (3)
1.1.2 [Extraction of evidence from Source 1A – L1]
The black man must come to himself
Pump life back into his empty shell
Infuse him with pride and dignity
Remind him of his support in allowing himself to be miss-used
Look inwards (self-reflection) (Any 3 x 1) (3)
1.1.3 [Explanation of concept from Source 1A – L1]
A philosophy or set of ideas put forward by Steve Biko which
called upon all black people in South Africa to unite, free their
minds from mental imprisonment and a sense of inferiority, to be
proud to be black
Any other relevant answer (Any 1 x 2) (2)
1.1.4 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 1A – L2]
All black people were oppressed by the Apartheid system
whether they were classified African, Coloured or Indian so
should stand together
The apartheid system tried to divide black people (through racial
classification, group areas, homeland policy etc.) in order to
prevent them forming a united front against the oppression of
apartheid
The apartheid government used a divide and rule strategy
Black people were separated socially and in terms of the
opportunities were made available to them in an attempt to
prevent them uniting against apartheid
Any other relevant answer (Any 2 x 2) (4)
1.2 1.2.1 [Extraction of evidence from Source 1B – L1]
To indicate that it had become aligned to Black Consciousness
Movement
To show that it was aligned to the South African Student
Organisation (SASO) (Any 1 x 2) (2)
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1.2.2 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 1B – L2]
SASM leaders organised students at their own schools
SASM leaders held meetings at local schools to discuss political
issues
The issue of Bantu Education (an unequal system of education
which limited the opportunities of black students) was discussed
at meeting with students to raise their political awareness
SASM invited university students (guest speakers) who were
members of SASO to come and talk (rousing speeches) with the
school students
SASO members introduced BC ideas, consciousness raising
addresses, encouraged school students to be proud to be black
Any other relevant answer (Any 2 x 2) (4)
1.2.3 [Extraction of evidence from Source 1B – L1]
SASM events attracted large audiences (1 x 2) (2)
1.2.4 [Engage with issue of usefulness of Source 1B – L3]
USEFUL BECAUSE
The source is relevant to the research topic – it provides
information about a student movement, affiliated to the BCM in
the 1970s
The source provides a mixture of eye-witness accounts from a
student involved in politics in the mid-1970s and academic
commentary written with the benefit of hindsight
The source provides details about people, places and events
which highlight the influence of BC thinking on students in the
mid-1970s
Any other relevant answer (Any 2 x 2) (4)
OR
OF LIMITED USE BECAUSE
The source does not provide any information on student politics
outside Soweto
Only one perspective is given which highlights the BC influence
but does not speak about the language issue or other socio-
economic of the uprising
It does not quantify how many students actively participated in
SASM structures or who supported SASM because of its BC
philosophy
Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4) (4)
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1.3 1.3.1 [Extraction of evidence from Source 1C – L1]
SASM was active in the Eastern Cape
Confrontation between students and security police in Soweto
SASO established SSRC
SSRC called for a demonstration on 16 June (Any 2 x 1) (2)
1.3.2 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 1C – L2]
The uprising was triggered by the language issue but it had far
deeper roots – students were protesting against their
oppression under apartheid
After police shot and killed student demonstrators the protest
spread and all symbols of the apartheid state became targets
The student uprising in Soweto inspired other students, workers
and members of black communities across the country to stand
up against apartheid inequality
Black consciousness ideas had spread so that all black people
across the country saw the language struggle as part of a bigger
struggle against apartheid oppression
Any other relevant answer (Any 2 x 2) (4)
1.3.3 [Extraction of evidence from Source 1C – L1]
They were influenced by the Black Consciousness philosophy.
It encouraged all people oppressed by apartheid to unite in one
struggle, as black people.
Any other relevant response (2 x 2) (4)
1.4 1.4.1 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 1D – L2]
Brimming with confidence and energy
Full of vigour and desire to confront their challenges
Daring, not afraid to challenge the authorities
Giving Black Power salutes, smiling, running, look defiant not
scared or shy
Any other relevant answer (Any 2 x 2) (4)
1.4.2 [Engage with issue of limitation of Source 1D – L3]
The photograph does not give us any indication of why the
students are protesting
It is unclear when on 16 June this photograph was taken
We cannot see how many students were involved in the uprising
The photograph gives very small snapshot so we cannot identify
all the schools which were involved in the protest
The student uprising spread to other centres around the country
We would need to use other historical evidence to verify the
details seen in this photograph
Any other relevant answer (Any 2 x 2) (4)
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1.5 [Interpretation, analysis and synthesis of evidence from sources and using
own knowledge to evaluate their usefulness – L3]
Learners need to include some of the following points in their answer:
Black Consciousness philosophy emphasised the need for change,
pride, dignity, pumping back life, unity – all these are seen in action
during the student uprising of 1976 (Source 1A)
SASM had been organising student in Soweto since 1974 – already had
structures and roots in schools by 1976 (Source 1B)
SASM had been actively involved in politicising school students around
BC ideas and Bantu Education since 1972 (Source 1B)
The schools which were at the centre of organising the 16 June
demonstration in Soweto had the strongest SASM branches
(Source 1B)
SASM established SSRC which called the demonstration on 16 June
(Source 1C)
Orlando West High School where first shootings took place had a strong
SASM group (Source 1B and 1C)
Demonstration spread to other communities including coloured township
sin Cape Town suggesting the influence of BC ideas of unity
(Source 1C)
The uprising did not stop when the language issue was withdrawn which
suggest that BC ideas of pumping life back into the ‘black man’ had
taken root. (Source 1A and 1C)
Students in photograph look defiant, proud, dignified, courageous, etc.
all things which BC philosophy encourage (Source 1A and 1D)
Any other relevant answer
Use the following rubric to allocate a mark:
Uses evidence in an elementary manner e.g. shows no or
little understanding of the influence which the philosophy
LEVEL 1
of black consciousness had upon the student uprising of MARKS
1976
0–2
Uses evidence partially to report on topic or cannot report on
topic
Evidence is mostly relevant and relates to a great extent to the
LEVEL2
topic e.g. shows an understanding of the influence which MARKS
the philosophy of black consciousness had upon the
student uprising of 1976 3–5
Uses evidence in a basic manner
Uses relevant evidence e.g. shows a thorough
understanding of the influence which the philosophy of
LEVEL 3
black consciousness had upon the student uprising of MARKS
1976
Evidence relates well to the topic 6-8
Uses evidence very effectively in an organized paragraph that
shows understanding of the topic (8)
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QUESTION 2: WHAT WERE THE CHALLENGES FACING THE TRC?
2.1 2.1.1 [Explanation of historical concepts from Source 2A – L1]
(a) Killings
Kidnapping
Torture (Any 1 x 2) (2)
(b) Amnesty
Pardon for a wrongdoing or crime (1 x 2) (2)
2.1.2 [Extraction of evidence from Source 2A – L1]
To investigate the nature and extent of gross human rights
violations committed between 1960 and 1994
To hear the stories and testimonies of victims and perpetrators
of human rights violations
To offer forgiveness to wrongdoers who provided full disclosure
(3 x 1) (3)
2.1.3 [Explanation of evidence from Source 2A – L2]
For the families of the victims to hear what happened to their
loved ones
For the nation to hear what happened during the Apartheid era
To put on record the atrocities of the Apartheid era
Any other relevant answer (Any 1 x 2) (2)
2.1.4 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 2 A – L2]
Restorative justice (1 x 2) (2)
2.1.5 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 2A – L2]
Perpetrators needed to disclose the whole truth
Perpetrators had to show remorse
Perpetrators had so show that they had a political motive
(Any 2 x 2) (4)
2.2 2.2.1 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 2B – L2]
Krog
Offered opportunities for stories to be told
Exposed South Africa’s past
The silenced voices were heard
Ordinary people helped to shape history (Any 2 x 2) (4)
2.2.2 [Extraction of evidence from Source 2B – L1]
Blacks and whites living harmoniously
Reconciliation (Any 1 x 2) (2)
2.3 2.3.1 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 2C – L2]
That full disclosure has not been made
The whole truth has not been told
Any other relevant response (Any 1 x 2) (2)
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2.3.2 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 2C – L2]
He viewed it as a witch hunt against the NP
He believed the TRC was biased towards the ANC
Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
2.3.3 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 2C – L2]
They feared prosecution
They did not want to expose their wrong-doing
They did not want to take responsibility for their crimes
They did not support the ideals of the TRC
Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
2.3.4 [Evaluation of Source 2C to determine reliability]
Not reliable
It expresses the opinion of the cartoonist
De Klerk supported the TRC but had his own reservations
Many apartheid agents appeared before the TRC
Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
2.4 2.4.1 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 2D – L2]
Not achieved: in her generation “cannot accept white South
Africans…”
“acknowledges that this might come later”…“hoping that my
grandchildren…”
Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
2.4.2 [Comparison of evidence from sources]
Opinion 1 shows the unwillingness to forgive whereas opinion 2
emphasises
Forgiveness to accelerate reconciliation
Any other relevant response (Any 1 x 2) (2)
2.4.3 [Extraction of evidence from Source 2D – L1]
Truth placed on record
Evidence of atrocities
Acknowledgement of shortcomings (Any 1 x 1) (1)
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2.5 [Interpretation, evaluation and analysis of information to construct a
paragraph]
Main Points (Learners should balance his/her answer between the
successes and limitations)
Successes:
The TRC heard the testimonies of approximately 22 000 victims
Some perpetrators gave full disclosure and were granted amnesty
It disclosed the existence of death squads
Opponents to Apartheid were killed through the use of torture, arson,
sabotage, ambushes and assassination
Successful in bringing forward victims and witnesses who informed the
nation about the apartheid atrocities
Helped to solve many of the murders and disappearances during
apartheid
Any other relevant response
Limitations:
Did not do enough to reconcile South Africa
It did not give attention to socio-economic abuses and structural effects
of apartheid
Victims were not satisfied with the very inadequate reparation
The ANC was critical of report, because they believed that the fight
against apartheid was a just one and they did not violated human rights
of others
De Klerk claimed he was not aware of human rights violations
Atrocities of the Zulus were ignored
Any other relevant response
Use the following rubric to allocate a mark:
Uses evidence in an elementary manner e.g. shows no or
LEVEL 1
little understanding of the successes and the failures of MARKS
the TRC
Uses evidence partially to report on topic or cannot report on 0–2
topic.
Evidence is mostly relevant and relates to a great extent to the
LEVEL2
topic e.g. shows an understanding of the successes and MARKS
the failures of the TRC
3–5
Uses evidence in a basic manner
Uses relevant evidence e.g. shows a thorough
understanding of the successes and the failures of the
LEVEL 3
TRC MARKS
Evidence relates well to the topic
6-8
Uses evidence very effectively in an organised paragraph that
shows understanding of the topic (8)
[50]
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SECTION B
QUESTION 3: CIVIL RESISTANCE, 1970s TO 1980s: SOUTH AFRICA: THE
CRISIS OF APARTHEID IN THE 1980s
[Plan and construct an original argument based on relevant evidence using
analytical and interpretative skills]
SYNOPSIS
Candidates should indicate whether they agree or disagree with the statement.
They then have to explain the reasons for the political reforms and indicate the
extent to which internal resistance to those reforms led to the demise of Apartheid.
MAIN ASPECTS
Candidates should include the following in their response:
Introduction:
Candidates should answer the question in their introduction by referring to the
statement.
Elaboration:
Total Onslaught Total Strategy
Tricameral Parliament
The formation of UDF
Don’t Vote campaign
Role of trade unions
Role of students
Role of civic organisations
The Mass Democratic Movement (MDM)
SACC
Black Sash
End Conscription Campaign
Any other relevant response
Conclusion: Candidates should tie up their argument [50]
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QUESTION 4: THE COMING OF DEMOCRACY TO SOUTH AFRICA AND
COMING TO TERMS WITH THE PAST: NEGOTIATED
SETTLEMENT AND THE GNU
[Plan and construct an original argument based on relevant evidence using
analytical and interpretative skills]
SYNOPSIS
In their argument candidates must focus on why negotiations became a stop-start
affair and show that in spite of all these issues SA became a democracy in 1994.
MAIN ASPECTS
Candidates should include the following in their response:
Introduction:
Candidates should indicate whether the statement is correct and elaborate on
their reasons.
Elaboration:
De Klerk’s speech announcing the release of Mandela, 2nd February 1990
The process of negotiations begins
First formal meeting takes place at Groote Schuur (May 1990) - release of
political prisoners
Pretoria minutes (August 1990), ANC announces the suspension of the armed
struggle
CODESA 1 (December 1991) - working groups were set up to deal with
specific issues
IFP leader refused to attend
Right wing Conservative Party, left wing Pan Africanist Congress boycotted
CODESA
Whites only referendum gave De Klerk a clear mandate to negotiate
CODESA 2 (May 1992) collapsed over majority rule
Record of understanding (26 Sept 1992)
Multi-party Negotiation process (MPNP) (2 April 1993)
Sunset clause and the role of Slovo
Final agreement was reached
1994 elections
Government of National Unity
Any other relevant response
Conclusion: Candidates should tie up their argument [50]
TOTAL: 100
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