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GRADE 11
NOVEMBER 2020
HISTORY P2
(EXEMPLAR)
MARKS: 100
TIME: 2 hours
*IHISTE2*
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History Grade 11 P2 Eastern Cape November 2020 Memo (Eng)
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2 HISTORY P2 (EC/NOVEMBER 2020)
INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
1. This question paper consists of SECTION A and SECTION B based on the
prescribed content framework in the CAPS document.
SECTION A: SOURCE-BASED QUESTIONS
QUESTION 1: NATIONALISM IN SOUTH AFRICA: AFRIKANER
NATIONALISM
QUESTION 2: APARTHEID SOUTH AFRICA: 1940s TO 1960s
SECTION B: ESSAY QUESTIONS
QUESTION 3: NATIONALISM IN SOUTH AFRICA: AFRICAN NATIONALISM
QUESTION 4: APARTHEID SOUTH AFRICA: 1940’s TO 1960’s
2. SECTION A consists of TWO source-based questions. Source material that is
required to answer these questions may be found in the ADDENDUM.
3. SECTION B consists of TWO essay questions.
4. Answer TWO questions as follows:
At least ONE must be a source-based question and at least ONE must be an
essay question.
5. You are advised to spend at least ONE hour per question.
6. When answering questions, candidates should apply their knowledge, skill and
insight.
7 You will be disadvantaged by merely rewriting the sources as answers.
8. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this
question paper.
9. Write neatly and legibly.
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SECTION A: SOURCE-BASED QUESTIONS
Answer at least ONE question in this section. Source material to be used to
answer these questions is contained in the ADDENDUM.
QUESTION 1: HOW WAS AFRIKANER NATIONALISM PROMOTED IN
SOUTH AFRICA DURING THE 1930s TO 1940s?
Study Sources 1A, 1B, 1C and 1D and answer the questions that follow.
1.1 Refer to Source 1A.
1.1.1 What factors, according to the source, aroused Afrikaner
Nationalism? (2 x 1) (2)
1.1.2 Use your own knowledge to name the population group that was
excluded from ordinary civil rights in South Africa. (1 x 2) (2)
1.1.3 Comment on the meaning of the following statement, “The
Afrikaner David slaying the British Goliath”, with regard to the rise
of Afrikaner Nationalism. (2 x 2) (4)
1.1.4 Name the TWO factors that decisively moulded Afrikaner
Nationalism. (2 x 1) (2)
1.2 Study Source 1B.
1.2.1 What, according to the source, was the aim of the Afrikaner
Broederbond? (1 x 2) (2)
1.2.2 Why, do you think, the Afrikaner Broederbond was regarded as an
extremely exclusive, secret Afrikaner organisation? (2 x 2) (4)
1.2.3 Comment on why the Afrikaner Broederbond did not remain an
anti-political organisation. (2 x 2) (4)
1.2.4 Quote evidence from the source that indicates not all Afrikaans-
speaking whites could become members of the Afrikaner
Broederbond. (2 x 1) (2)
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1.3 Read Source 1C.
1.3.1 Define the concept Afrikaner Nationalism in your own words.
(1 x 2) (2)
1.3.2 Why, do you think, there was a strong anti-imperialist (British)
attitude amongst Afrikaners? (2 x 2) (4)
1.3.3 Name any TWO organisations that were exclusively created for
Afrikaners. (2 x 1) (2)
1.3.4 Use your own knowledge to explain how the interests of
Afrikaners were promoted by the National Party. (2 x 2) (4)
1.4 Consult Source 1D.
1.4.1 What message does the poster convey with regards to the
promotion of Afrikaner Nationalism by the National Party? (2 x 2) (4)
1.4.2 Name any TWO strange elements that the voters are being
warned of. (Use visual clues from the poster to answer the
question.) (2 x 1) (2)
1.5 Compare Sources 1C and 1D. Explain how the information in Source1C
complements (supports) the evidence in Source 1D regarding the role that
the National Party played to promote Afrikaner Nationalism. (2 x 2) (4)
1.6 Using the information in the relevant sources and your own knowledge,
write a paragraph of about SIX lines (about 60 words) explaining how
Afrikaner Nationalism was promoted in South Africa from the 1930s to the
1940s. (6)
[50]
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QUESTION 2: HOW DID THE PROHIBITION OF MIXED MARRIAGES ACT
(NO. 55 OF 1949) AFFECT THE LIVES OF SOUTH
AFRICANS?
Study Sources 2A, 2B, 2C and 2D to answer the questions that follow.
2.1 Read Source 2A.
2.1.1 Define the concept apartheid in your own words. (1 x 2) (2)
2.1.2 According to the source, what were the characteristics that
affected blacks from 1948 to 1994? (3 x 1) (3)
2.1.3 Explain why the years of apartheid are perceived as the darkest
moments in South Africa’s history. (2 x 2) (4)
2.1.4 Name the act that evicted millions of non-whites from their homes?
(1 x 2) (2)
2.1.5 Why, do you think the policy of apartheid was implemented?(2 x 2) (4)
2.2 Study Source 2B.
2.2.1 What, according to the source, did the Prohibition of Mixed
Marriages Act mean for white people? (1 x 2) (2)
2.2.2 Comment on the reasons why the apartheid government
implemented the Prohibition of Mixed Marriages Act. (2 x 2) (4)
2.2.3 What was the punishment for people that violated the Immorality
Act? (3 x 1) (3)
2.3 Read Source 2C.
2.3.1 What was the population group of Sherrin (Mr Whiteley’s wife)?
(1 x 1) (1)
2.3.2 Do you think Sherrin’s parents were justified in referring to Mr
Whiteley as their son in law? Motivate your answer. (2 x 2) (4)
2.3.3 What, according to the source, did Mr Whiteley miss about South
Africa? (3 x 1) (3)
2.4 Consult Source 2D.
2.4.1 What message is portrayed in this photograph regarding the laws
imposed on mixed racial couples? (2 x 2) (4)
2.4.2 Explain the price Mr Whiteley had to pay for his marriage to
Sherrin. (2 x 2) (4)
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2.5 Compare Sources 2B and 2C. Explain how Source 2B complements
(supports) Source 2C regarding resistance to the Prohibition of Mixed
Marriages Act. (2 x 2) (4)
2.6 Using the information in the relevant sources and your own knowledge,
write a paragraph of about SIX lines (about 60 words) explaining how the
Prohibition of Mixed Marriages Act affected the lives of South Africans.
(6)
[50]
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SECTION B: ESSAY QUESTIONS
Answer at least ONE question in this section.
QUESTION 3: AFRICAN NATIONALISM
Explain to what extent African Nationalism was strengthened in South Africa from
1902 to 1953.
Motivate your answer with relevant historical evidence from 1902 to 1953. [50]
QUESTION 4: RESISTANCE IN SOUTH AFRICA – 1940s TO 1960s
‘Black South Africans violently rebelled against their discrimination and
oppression in the 1950s.’
Do you agree with the statement? Substantiate your answer by referring to the
different forms of resistance in the 1950s. [50]
TOTAL: 100
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NATIONAL
SENIOR SERTIFICATE
GRADE 11
NOVEMBER 2020
HISTORY P2
ADDENDUM
(EXEMPLAR)
*IHISTE4*
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QUESTION 1: HOW WAS AFRIKANER NATIONALISM PROMOTED IN SOUTH
AFRICA DURING THE 1930s TO 1940s?
SOURCE 1A
The source below describes the reasons for the rise of Afrikaner Nationalism.
It was resentment (anger) over the unequal distribution of status, wealth, political control
and the fear of cultural absorption into an English oriented society, which aroused
Afrikaner Nationalism. Their remarkable recovery from defeat has been a decisive fact in
twentieth-century South African history, with far-reaching consequences not only for the
composition and character of the white elite, but also for those excluded from ordinary
civil rights.
The story of Afrikanerdom’s regeneration from the ashes of its 1902 defeat to
undisputed (certain) mastery of South Africa is a remarkable one, elaborately
romanticised by Afrikaner publicists as a modern version of a minuscule (small)
Afrikaner David slaying the British Goliath.
The treks to the cities, coupled with the Boers’ defeat at the hands of the British were
the two forces that decisively moulded (shaped) Afrikaner Nationalism. Beginning with
the mineral revolution, industrialisation turned the Boers into an urban proletariat
(worker) in the employment of a foreign, capitalist class. The fact that English speakers
monopolised (controlled) finance, commerce and mining, persuaded Afrikaners that their
national and class enemy was one and the same. Afrikaner Nationalism therefore
launched a three pronged (split) struggle: cultural, economic and political.
[From www.fanieosoppiejas.com/.../afrikaner-nationalism-the-factors . Accessed on 11 February 2020.]
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SOURCE 1B
The source below describes the contribution of the Band of Brotherhood (Broederbond)
to promote Afrikaner Nationalism.
The Afrikaner- Broederbond’s aim is the promotion of the Afrikaners political, cultural and
economic interest. The Afrikaner Broederbond is an extremely exclusive, secret Afrikaner
nationalist organisation which in a symbiotic (co-operative) relationship with the National
Party has played a determining role in the political development of South Africa.
Membership of the Afrikaner Broederbond is limited to men. The Broederbond demands
high cultural, family-related, religious, moral and political standards from its members. To
qualify, a person must meet the following requirements: he must be a member of one of
the traditional Afrikaans churches, must have attended an Afrikaner school, must have
married an Afrikaans-speaking wife and he must support the ‘right’ party, the National
Party. Definite disqualifications are being divorced and irregular church attendance.
Although the constitution of the Afrikaner Broederbond excludes party politics from its
activities, it has become clear over the years that the organisation does have significant
political clout (influence). It was increasingly used as a ‘think tank’ and subsequently as
“legitimator” of new policy directions undertaken by the National Party. It established
numerous support organisations to broaden Afrikaner interest and made it its business to
appoint, promote and protect the “right man.” An important strategy is that of gaining
control of school committees, school boards, church councils and board of directors in
order to achieve its aims.
[From omalley.nelsonmandela.org>omally>index.php>site. Accessed on 20 February 2020.]
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SOURCE 1C
This source describes the role played by the National Party to consolidate Afrikaner
Nationalism.
The present day National Party emerged from the Purified National Party (PNP). This
faction of the original National Party of 1914 was built on deep-seated Afrikaner
Nationalism. The birth of the NP was not only the result of a power struggle between
English and Afrikaans-speaking communities, but also of an anti-imperialist attitude
among Afrikaners. The Afrikaner wanted to play a more significantly political role in
society and government. They also had a clear aim to physically, socially and politically
separate South African blacks, coloureds and Indians.
The NP was increasingly seen by Afrikaners as the institution which would further their
group interest. The party was complemented by cultural, social, economic and religious
organisations created exclusively for Afrikaners. Along with Nasionale Pers, the
Afrikaner-Broederbond, Sanlam, AVBOB, the Voortrekkers, FAK, Helpmekaar, KWV and
Volkskas, the NP became a growing Afrikaner power group. The party organised
Afrikaner interest in a coordinated manner, making itself felt in every sphere of South
African society.
The year 1938 was important for the PNP for another reason. It was the centenary of the
Great Trek and Afrikaner sentiments were heightened as a result. It was also time for
Malan to strengthen his racial policies for the benefit of Afrikanerdom and strive for a
resurgent (increasing) Afrikaner Nationalism. From now on, mixed marriages would be
punishable, to put an end to racially mixed residential areas and to implement both
economic and political segregation between whites and “non-whites”. Malan also aimed
to guard his country against the outside external influences of capitalism and
communism …
[From www.litnet.co.za.>df-malan-and-the-rise-of-afrikaner-nationalism-by-. Accessed on 20 February
2020.]
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SOURCE 1D
This is a poster that was designed by the National Party to motivate Afrikaners to
vote for the party in the 1938 elections.
[Taken from New Africa History by N. Fick et al]
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QUESTION 2: HOW DID THE PROHIBITION OF MIXED MARRIAGES ACT (NO. 55 OF
1949) AFFECT THE LIVES OF SOUTH AFRICANS?
SOURCE 2A
This source explains the policy of apartheid that was implemented by the National Party
in 1948.
The years of apartheid are undoubtedly one of the darkest moments in South Africa’s
history, The period which spanned from 1948 to 1994 was characterised by racial
segregation, white minority rule and the oppression of the rights, movements and
freedom of the blacks. The word ‘apartheid’ literally means ‘the state of being apart’ or
separateness’.
It was used as a political slogan of the National Party in the early 1940s. However, it may
interest you to know that the policy itself extents back to the beginning of white
settlement in South Africa which started as far back as 1652. It, however, became an
official government structure after 1948’s general elections.
The policy classified the citizens and residents of the country into four racial classes-
white, coloured, black and Indian. Things went from bad to worse after that. More than
3,5 million South Africans were evicted from their homes and were forcefully relocated to
segregated neighbourhoods. Government segregation also applied to education,
relations, natural attractions such as beaches, medical care and several other services.
[From https://buzzsouthafrica.com/apartheid/. Accessed on 28 September 2019. ]
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SOURCE 2B
The source below explains the Prohibition of Mixed Marriages Act which was one of the
first pieces of apartheid legislation enacted after the National Party came into power.
The Act banned marriages between ‘Europeans and non-Europeans’, which, in the
language of the time, meant that white people could not marry people of other races. It
also made it a criminal offence for a marriage officer to perform an interracial marriage
ceremony. The Prohibition of Mixed Marriages Act did not, however, prevent other so-
called mixed marriages between non-white people. While they were in effect ‘mixed’
marriages, the law did not see them as interracial.
A woman who married a man of another race was then classified as being of his race.
Her husband of choice defined her race. The exception to this was if a white man
married a woman of another race, then he took on her race.
Despite the loopholes created by pre-existing mixed marriages and non-white interracial
marriages, the Prohibition of Mixed Marriages and the Immorality Act were strictly
enforced. Nonetheless, intimate and romantic relationships did develop between white
and non-whites. The very fact that interracial relations were so taboo (forbidden) made
them appealing (attractive) and people engaged in interracial relations as a form of
rebellion or for the excitement it offered.
Interracial relations came with serious risks. The police followed people who were
suspected of engaging in interracial relations. They raided the homes at night. Those
found guilty of the Immorality Act faced fines, jail time and social censure.
[From https://www.thoughtco.com >...> History and Culture> African History. Accessed on 28 September 2019.]
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SOURCE 2C
This source explains the experiences of Ian Whiteley and his wife Sherrin under the
Prohibition of Mixed Marriages Act.
Ian Whiteley who happens to be white was married to Sherrin, who is of Indian descent.
They met in Petersburg when he was 30 and she was 17. Soon, despite the law that
made it impossible for them to marry and the risk that they would be detected
(discovered), they became lovers. Sherrin’s parents came to think of the white man as
their son-in-law, but inevitably there came the knock on the door signaling a police raid,
which was led by one of his old school friends who explained that he was, ‘just doing my
job’.
Ultimately they were acquitted on an immorality charge for lack of evidence, but only
after Mr Whiteley had been jailed for three months. They fled to Botswana, where they
were finally able to marry. They eventually moved to Norway and because of his love for
rugby moved to Liverpool. All the time he kept alive the impossible dream that they
might return to live in South Africa as man and wife, beseeching (requesting many
times) South African prime ministers with his appeals. ‘We didn’t like Europe; we’re
South Africans. I missed my biltong, pap and wors.’
Finally they were allowed to return to South Africa. Towns like Pietersburg had little to
offer mixed couples in the way of amenities. The movie theatre had a small partitioned
enclosure in the balcony for Indians, where Mr Whiteley, who had vowed not to go
anywhere his wife cannot go, is allowed to sit. Mr Whiteley’s only disappointment is that
his 10-year-old son, Raymond, who showed promise in rugby when they lived in
Liverpool, has been unable to play as it was only the white schoolboys who were the
young rugby players in town. A former rugby player himself, Mr Whiteley hopes to
knock the barrier down or, failing that, promote the sport among Indians so that his son
can get a game.
[From https://www.nytimes.com/1982/11/29/world/love-f Inds-a-way-past-south-africa-s-race-laws.html. Accessed on 28 September
2019.]
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SOURCE 2D
This is a photograph of Mr and Mrs Whiteley, an interracial couple that defied the
Prohibition of Mixed Marriages Act.
[From The New York Times, Nov. 29, 1982]
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Visual sources and other historical evidence were taken from the following:
Frick, N. et al New Africa History , 2006, New Africa Books (Edms) Bpk
Getty Images
https://www.nytimes.com/1982/11/29/world/love-f Inds-a-way-past-south-africa-s-race-
laws.htm
https://www.thoughtco.com >...> History and Culture> African History
https://buzzsouthafrica.com/apartheid/
https;//www.history.com/topics/middle-east/six-day-war
https://link.springer.com
King, J. Dr by Conflict in the Middle East, 1993, Wayland Publishers Ltd
omalley.nelsonmandela.org>omally>index.php>site
The New York Times, 29 November 1982
www.fanieosoppiejas.com/.../afrikaner-nationalism-the-factors
www.litnet.co.za.>df-malan-and-the-rise-of-afrikaner-nationalism-by-..
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NATIONAL
SENIOR CERTIFICATE
GRADE 11
NOVEMBER 2020
HISTORY P2
MARKING GUIDELINE
(EXEMPLAR)
MARKS: 100
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1. SOURCE-BASED QUESTIONS
1.1 The following cognitive levels were used to develop source-based
questions:
COGNITIVE WEIGHTING OF
HISTORICAL SKILLS
LEVELS QUESTIONS
x Extract evidence from sources.
x Selection and organisation of relevant 30%
LEVEL 1
information from sources. (15)
x Define historical concepts/terms.
x Interpretation of evidence from the
sources.
50%
LEVEL 2 x Explain information gathered from the
(25)
sources.
x Analyse evidence from the sources.
x Interpret and evaluate evidence from
sources.
x Engage with sources to determine its
20%
LEVEL 3 usefulness, reliability, bias and limitations.
(10)
x Compare and contrast interpretations and
perspectives presented in sources and
draw independent conclusions.
1.2 The information below indicates how source-based questions are
assessed:
x In the marking of source-based questions credit needs to be given to
any other valid and relevant viewpoints, arguments, evidence or
examples.
x In the allocation of marks emphasis should be placed on how the
requirements of the question have been addressed.
x 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.
x When assessing open-ended source-based questions, learners should
be credited for any other relevant answers.
x Learners are expected to take a stance when answering ‘to what extent’
questions in order for any marks to be awarded.
1.3 Assessment procedures for source-based questions
x Use a tick (9) for each correct answer
x Pay attention to the mark scheme e.g. (2 × 2) which translates to two
reasons and is given two marks each (9999); (1 × 2) which translates
to one reason and is given two marks (99)
x If a question carries 4 marks then indicate by placing 4 ticks (9999)
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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:
x Read the paragraph and place a bullet ( . ) at each point within the text
where the candidate has used relevant evidence to address the
question.
x Re-read the paragraph to evaluate the extent to which the candidate has
been able to use relevant evidence to write a paragraph.
x 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.
___________ _________________ ޣ __________________________ ޣ
_________________ ___________ ޣ __________________________ ޣ
¥¥¥¥
Level 2
Used mostly relevant evidence to write a basic paragraph
x Count all the ticks for the source-based question and then write the mark
on the right-hand bottom margin e.g.
x Ensure that the total mark is transferred accurately to the front/back
cover of the answer script.
2. ESSAY QUESTIONS
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50
2.1 The essay questions require candidates to:
x 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 essay questions
x Markers must be aware that the content of the answer will be guided by
the textbooks in use at the particular centre.
x Candidates may have any other relevant introduction and/or conclusion
than those included in a specific essay marking guideline for a specific
essay.
x When assessing open-ended source-based questions, learners should
be credited for any other relevant answers.
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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 learner
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’ opinions supported by
evidence. Holistic assessment, unlike content-based marking, does not
penalise language inadequacies as the emphasis is on the following:
x The learner’s interpretation of the question
x The appropriate selection of factual evidence (relevant content selection)
x The construction of argument (planned, structured and has independent line
of argument)
2.4 Assessment procedures of the essay
2.4.1 Keep the synopsis in mind when assessing the essay.
2.4.2 During the reading of the essay ticks need to be awarded for a relevant
introduction (indicated by a bullet in the marking guideline), each of the
main points/aspects that is properly contextualised (also indicated by
bullets in the marking guideline) and a relevant conclusion (indicated by
a bullet in the marking guideline) e.g. in an answer where there are 5
main points there will be 7 ticks.
2.4.3 Keep the PEEL structure in mind when assessing an essay
P Point: The candidate introduces the essay by taking a line of
argument/making a major point.
Each paragraph should include a point that sustains the major
point (line of argument) that was made in the introduction.
E Explanation: The candidate should explain in more detail what
the main point is all about and how it relates to the question
posed (line of argument)
E Example: The candidates should answer the question by
selecting content that is relevant to the line of argument. Relevant
examples should be given to sustain the line of argument.
L Link: Candidates should ensure that the line of argument is
sustained throughout the essay and is written coherently.
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2.4.4 The following additional symbols can also be used:
x Introduction, main aspects and conclusion not properly
contextualised
x Wrong statement =________________
x Irrelevant statement
x Repetition R
x Analysis A¥
x Interpretation I¥
x Line of argument LOA
2. The matrix
2.5.1 Use of the matrix in the marking of essays.
In the marking of essays, the criteria as provided in the matrix should be
used. When assessing the essay note 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 essays will be to determine to what extent the
main aspects have been covered and to allocate the content level
(on the matrix).
C LEVEL 4
(b) The second reading of essays will relate to the level (on the matrix)
of presentation.
C LEVEL 4
P LEVEL 5
(c) Allocate an overall mark with the use of the matrix.
C LEVEL 4
P LEVEL 5 }30 – 33
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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 Very well Well planned Planned and Shows some Attempts to Little or no
planned and planned and and constructed evidence of structure an attempt to
structured structured structured an argument. a planned answer. structure the
essay. Good
essay. essay. Evidence and Largely essay.
PRESENTATION synthesis of
information. Developed a Attempts to used to constructed descriptive
Developed an relevant line of develop a some extent argument. or some
original, well argument. clear to support Attempts to attempt at
balanced and Evidence argument. the line of sustain a line developing
independent line used to Conclusion argument. of argument. a line of
of argument with defend the drawn from Conclusions Conclusions argument.
CONTENT
the use of
evidence and
argument. the evidence reached not clearly No attempt
sustained and Attempts to to support based on supported by to draw a
defended the draw an the line of evidence.. evidence. conclusion.
argument independent argument.
throughout. conclusion
Independent from the
conclusion is evidence to
drawn from
evidence to
support the
support the line line of
of argument. 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 adequately
38–39 36–37 34–35 30–33 28–29
covered and
relevant.
LEVEL 4
Question
recognisable in
answer. 30–33 28–29 26–27
Some
omissions/irrelevant
content selection.
LEVEL 3
Content selection
does not always
relate.
26–27 24–25 20–23
Omissions in
coverage.
LEVEL 2
Sparse content.
Question 20–23 18–19 14–17
inadequately
addressed
LEVEL 1
Question not
answered.
Inadequate content.
14–17 0–13
Significant
irrelevance
*Guidelines for allocating a mark for Level 1:
x Question not addressed at all/totally irrelevant content; no attempt to structure the essay = 0
x Content selection includes basic and generally irrelevant information; no attempt to structure the
essay = 1–6
x Question inadequately addressed and vague; little attempt to structure the essay = 7 – 13
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(EC/NOVEMBER 2020) HISTORY P2 7
SECTION A: SOURCE-BASED QUESTIONS
QUESTION 1: HOW WAS AFRIKANER NATIONALISM PROMOTED IN SOUTH
AFRICA DURING THE 1930s TO 1940s?
1.1 1.1.1 [Extraction of evidence from Source 1A – L1]
x Resentment over the unequal distribution of status
x Unequal distribution of wealth
x Political control
x Fear of cultural absorption (Any 2 x 1) (2)
1.1.2 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 1A – L2]
x Black South Africans (1 x 2) (2)
1.1.3 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 1A – L2]
x The Afrikaner gained partial independence
x The Afrikaners asserted their separate identity
x Afrikaners established themselves as a volk
x Afrikaans became the official language of the Afrikaners
x Different Afrikaner organisations were formed to promote the
political, economic and social rights of Afrikaners
x It united the Afrikaners
x Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
1.1.4 [Extraction of evidence from Source 1A – L1]
x Trek to cities
x Boer’s defeat at the hand of the British (2 x 1) (2)
1.2 1.2.1 [Extraction of evidence from Source 1B – L1]
x To promote Afrikaner political, cultural and economic interest
(1 x 2) (2)
1.2.2 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 1B – L2]
x Only Afrikaans-speaking white people could belong to the
organisation
x Nobody really knew who the members of the Afrikaner
Broederbond were
x Any other relevant response (2 x 2) (4)
1.2.3 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 1B – L2]
x Members of the Afrikaner Broederbond became members of the
National Party
x The Afrikaner Broederbond became the ‘thinktank’ of the
National Party
x Afrikaner Broederbond members began to hold key positions in
the National Party
x They wanted to ensure that political power remain in the hands of
the Afrikaner
x Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
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1.2.4 [Extraction of evidence from Source 1B – L1]
x It was limited to men
x Being divorced
x Irregular church attendance (Any 2 x 1) (2)
1.3 1.3.1 [Definition of historical concepts from Source 1C – L1]
x Uniting people of a particular language group
x Any other relevant response (1 x 2) (2)
1.3.2 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 1C – L2]
x They lost their independence to Britain
x The suffering of their women and children in the concentration
camps during the South African War
x Any other relevant response (2 x 2) (4)
1.3.3 [Extraction of evidence from Source 1C – L1]
x Nasionale Pers
x Afrikaner-Broederbond
x Sanlam
x AVBOB
x The Voortrekkers
x FAK
x Helpmekaar
x KWV
x Volkskas (Any 2 x 1) (2)
1.3.4 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 1C – L2]
x Laws were implemented to reserve certain jobs for whites
x Laws were implemented to segregate the different population
groups in South Africa
x Black South Africans were to have no political rights in the ‘white’
areas
x Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
1.4 1.4.1 [Interpretation of evidence from the Source 1D – L2]
x To vote for the National Party and ensure that the political power
remains in the hands of the white minority
x To preserve South Africa for whites only
x To ensure and protect a racially pure race for the future
x Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
1.4.2 [Extraction of evidence from Source 1D – L1]
x Capitalist
x Communist
x Imperialist
x Jews (Any 2 x 1) (2)
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1.5 [Comparison of information from Sources 1C and 1D – L3]
x Both sources show that the National Party wanted to ensure that the
Afrikaners would be dominant in every sphere in South African society
x Source 1C shows that the National Party had an anti-imperialist attitude
and Source 1D shows the National Party encourages no fusion with the
imperialists
x Source 1C refers to Malan’s aim to protect South Africa against outside
influences of capitalism and communism and Source 1D shows the NP’s
determination to protect South Africa from foreign elements
Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
1.6 [Interpretation, comprehension and synthesis of evidence from relevant
sources – L3]
Candidates should include some of the following aspects in their answer:
x The trek to the cities and Boer defeat by Britain shaped Afrikaner
Nationalism (Source 1A)
x Afrikaner Nationalists launched a cultural, economic and political struggle
(Source 1A)
x Afrikaner-Broederbond served the social, economic and political interest of
the Afrikaner (Source 1B)
x Formed different organisations to promote Afrikaner Nationalism (Source
1B and Source 1C)
x Afrikaner-Broederbond ensured that the ‘right’ person is appointed in top
positions (Source 1B)
x Purified NP laid the foundation for Afrikaner Nationalism (own knowledge)
x NP promoted the interest of the Afrikaner (Source 1C)
x NP united the Afrikaner (own knowledge)
x Afrikaner Nationalism revived with centenary celebrations (Source 1C)
x NP strove to create a pure white race (own knowledge)
x ‘Volksmoeder’ used to encourage Afrikaners to vote for the NP (Source 1D)
x Afrikaners will be protected by NP (Source 1D)
x Any other relevant response
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Use the following rubric to allocate a mark:
x Uses evidence in an elementary manner, e.g. show
no or little understanding of how Afrikaner
Nationalism was promoted in South Africa during
LEVEL 1 Marks: 0–2
the 1930s to 1940s.
x Uses evidence partially to report on topic or cannot
write a paragraph.
x Evidence is mostly relevant and relates to a great
extent to the topic, e.g. shows some understanding
of how Afrikaner Nationalism was promoted in
LEVEL 2 Marks: 3–4
South Africa during the 1930s to 1940s.
x Uses evidence in a very basic manner to write a
paragraph.
x Uses relevant evidence, e.g. demonstrates a
thorough understanding of how Afrikaner
Nationalism was promoted in South Africa during
LEVEL 3 Marks: 5–6
the 1930s to 1940s
x Uses evidence very effectively in an organised
paragraph that shows an understanding of the topic. (6)
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QUESTION 2: HOW DID THE PROHIBITION OF MIXED MARRIAGES ACT
(NO. 55 OF 1949) AFFECT THE LIVES OF SOUTH AFRICANS?
2.1 2.1.1 [Definition of historical concepts from Source 2A – L1]
x The political, economic and social segregation of races based on
their skin colour
x Separate development of different racial groups
x Any other relevant response (Any 1 x 2) (2)
2.1.2 [Extraction of evidence from Source 2A – L1]
x Racial segregation
x White minority rule
x Oppression of their rights, movements and freedom (3 x 1) (3)
2.1.3 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 2A – L2]
x Blacks had no political rights
x Black people were oppressed
x Blacks were regarded as second class citizens
x South Africa was riddled with resistance against the apartheid
regime
x Apartheid led to a lot of violence and bloodshed
x Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
2.1.4 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 2A – L2]
x Group Areas Act (1 x 2) (2)
2.1.5 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 2A – L2]
x To maintain white superiority
x Fear for growing urban population
x Worried they would lose their jobs, culture and language
Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
2.2 2.2.1 [Extraction of evidence from Source 2B – L1]
x White people could not marry people of other races (1 x 2) (2)
2.2.2 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 2B – L2]
x To protect the ‘purity’ of the white race
x To prevent the ’infiltration’ into the white race
x To prevent people from blurring the line between the white
society and everyone else in South Africa
x Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
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2.2.3 [Extraction of evidence from Source 2B – L1]
x Fined
x Jailed
x Social censure (3 x 1) (3)
2.3. 2.3.1 [Extraction of evidence from Source 2C – L1]
x Indian (1 x 1) (1)
2.3.2 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 2C – L2]
JUSTIFIED
x The parents looked beyond the colour line
x They only cared about the happiness of their daughter
x Any other relevant response
NOT JUSTIFIED
x He was not married to their daughter Sherrin yet
x He was breaking the laws of the country
x Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
2.3.3 [Extraction of evidence from Source 2C – L1]
x Sunshine
x Biltong
x Pap and wors (3 x 1) (3)
2.4 2.4.1 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 2D – L2]
x Loving couple prepared to face the risks
x A couple that defied the Prohibition of Marriages Act, Immorality
Act and Group Areas Act
x Any other relevant response (2 x 2) (4)
2.4.2 [Interpretation of evidence from Source 2D – L2]
x Had to be reclassified
x Their children classified as coloured
x Not allowed in white amenities
x Their son not allowed to play rugby
Any other relevant response (Any 2 x 2) (4)
2.5 [Comparison of Source 2B and Source 2C – L3]
x Source 2B indicates that intimate and romantic relations did develop
between white and non-whites and Source 2C shows that an interracial
couple got married
x Source 2B indicates that interracial relations come with serious risks and
Source 2C indicates that Mr Whiteley experienced harassment and
imprisonment
x Any other relevant response (2 x 2) (4)
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2.6 [Interpretation, comprehension and synthesis of evidence from sources – L3]
Candidates could include some of the following:
x Prohibition of Mixed Marriages Act enforced the government policy of
separate development (own knowledge)
x It banned marriages between European and non-Europeans (Source 2B)
x People were reclassified if they married a person of another race
(Source 2B)
x Interracial couples experienced harassment, imprisonment and fines
(Source 2B and Source 2C)
x Interracial couples had to keep their relationship a secret (own knowledge)
x Mr Whiteley and Sherrin had to flee to Botswana to get married
(Source 2C)
x Lack of amenities for mixed couples (Source 2C)
x Mr Whiteley’s son not allowed to be part of the school rugby team
(Source 2C)
Any other relevant response.
Use the following rubric to allocate marks.
x Uses evidence in an elementary manner, e.g.
shows no or little understanding of how
the Prohibition of Mixed Marriages Act
LEVEL 1 Marks: 0–2
affected the lives of South Africans.
x Uses evidence partially to report on the topic
or cannot write a paragraph.
x Evidence is mostly relevant and relates to a
great extent to the topic, e.g. shows some
understanding of how the Prohibition of
LEVEL 2 Mixed Marriages Act affected the lives of Marks: 3–4
South Africans.
x Uses evidence in a very basic manner to
write a paragraph.
x Uses relevant evidence, e. g. demonstrates a
thorough understanding of how the
Prohibition of Mixed Marriages Act affected
LEVEL 3 the lives of South Africans. Marks: 5–6
x Uses evidence very effectively in an organised
paragraph that shows an understanding of the
topic. (6)
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SECTION B: ESSAY QUESTIONS
QUESTION 3: NATIONALISM IN SOUTH AFRICA – AFRICAN NATIONALISM
[Plan and construct an original argument based on relevant evidence using analytical
and interpretative skills.]
SYNOPSIS
Candidate should explain to what extent African Nationalism was strengthened in
South Africa from 1902 to 1953.
MAIN ASPECTS
Candidates should include the following aspects in their response:
x Introduction: Candidates need to take a stance and demonstrate how African
Nationalism was strengthened in South Africa.
ELABORATION
x Started as a form of resistance to colonialism/segregation
x Formation of the APO in 1902 by Dr Abdurahman
x Protested against the exclusion of blacks from the right to vote
x Delegation to London in 1905 to achieve non-racial franchise, end discrimination
and the right to vote for blacks – Britain ignored the request
x Formation of the SANNC in 1912 to oppose discrimination and to win political
rights
x SANNC wanted to unite everyone who were oppressed by whites
x SANNC sent a delegation to London in 1914 to appeal against the Native Land
Act but were not successful
x In 1923 the SANNC changed its name to the ANC
x Formation of ICU in 1919 addressing the grievances of the black dock workers –
fought against government policies
x ICU had mass support – ANC had the support of the elite
x Formation of the SACP addressing black workers grievances
x Spread of education led to growing awareness of the ideas of freedom and
democracy
x The influence of the Second World War – many blacks involved fought for
freedom and democracy
x Young members of the ANC became more militant and formed the ANC Youth
League
x Youth League accused the ANC of representing the elite and not the masses
x 1953 saw the ANC Freedom charter call for a democratic South Africa regardless
of race
x Any other relevant response
Conclusion: Candidates should tie up their argument with a relevant conclusion. [50]
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QUESTION 4: APARTHEID SOUTH AFRICA –1940s to 1960s
[Plan and construct an original argument based on relevant evidence using
analytical and interpretative skills.]
SYNOPSIS
Candidates should take a stance on whether Black South Africans violently rebelled
against their discrimination and oppression in the 1950’s.
MAIN ASPECTS
Introduction: Candidates must take a stance to indicate whether they agree or
disagree with the statement.
ELABORATION
x ANC’s Program of Action
x ANC became more militant
x Used boycotts, civil disobedience and uprisings as means of resistance
x May Day stay-away
x Defiance Campaign
x 1952 – break laws on purpose – enter whites only facilities
x Burn passes in public
x Refused to pay fines and wanted jails to become overfull
x Hoped that the apartheid system would crumble
x Some killed and arrested
x Congress Alliance
x Conference held of all racial groups to draw up a constitution
x Freedom Charter
x Met at Kliptown on 25 and 26 of June 1955
x Set a document that represents the aspirations of all South Africans
x Became the blue print for the new constitution of South Africans
x Women’s March to Pretoria (9 August 1956)
x Women forced to carry passes
x 20 000 woman of all races marched to the Union Building
x Leaders of the march – Lilian Ngoyi, Rahima Moosa, Sophie Williams and
Helen Joseph
x Prime Minister, J.G. Strijdom refused to see the women
x When they left, they sang Nkosi Sikeleli Africa
x High treason
x Defiance against apartheid led to the arrest of members of the Congress
Alliance
x Arrested for attempt to overthrow the government
x In 1956 the state arrested 156 activists
x Hearings took place in the ‘Drill Hall’ for two years
x Aim of government was to intimidate people and lead to weakening of
resistance
x By 1961 all accused were set free
x Any other relevant response
Conclusion: Candidates should tie up their argument with a relevant conclusion. [50]
TOTAL: 100
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