# Life Orientation Grade 9 November EC 2012 Memo > Grade 9 Life Orientation memorandum from the November EC 2012, 6 pages. Read online or get the free PDF download, question paper linked when available. - Page: https://www.hlayiso.com/library/life-orientation-gr9-2012-memo-eng/a65523b0-08f2-4ddf-85e5-ff366459a1e3 - Updated: 2026-09-27 - Subject: Life Orientation - Grade: Grade 9 - Document type: Memorandum - Year: 2012 - Exam period: November EC - Curriculum: CAPS - Pages: 6 Breadcrumbs: [Home](https://www.hlayiso.com/) › [Library](https://www.hlayiso.com/library) › [Grade 9](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/grade-9) › [Life Orientation](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/grade-9/life-orientation) › [Life Orientation Grade 9 November EC 2012 Memo](https://www.hlayiso.com/library/life-orientation-gr9-2012-memo-eng/a65523b0-08f2-4ddf-85e5-ff366459a1e3) ## About this document Life Orientation · Grade 9 · November EC · 2012. Memorandum, 6 pages. Read online or download the PDF. 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Layout, diagrams and tables may not survive extraction. ### Page 1 Downloaded from hlayiso.com Province of the EASTERN CAPE EDUCATION SENIOR PHASE GRADE 9 NOVEMBER 2012 LIFE ORIENTATION MEMORANDUM MARKS: 100 This memorandum consists of 6 pages. ### Page 2 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 2 LIFE ORIENTATION (NOVEMBER 2012) SECTION A QUESTION 1 1.1 D (1) 1.2 C (1) 1.3 A (1) 1.4 B (1) 1.5 D (1) [5] QUESTION 2 2.1 TRUE  (1) 2.2 TRUE  (1) 2.3 TRUE  (1) 2.4 TRUE  (1) 2.5 TRUE  (1) [5] QUESTION 3 3.1 D (1) 3.2 C (1) 3.3 A (1) 3.4 E (1) 3.5 B (1) [5] QUESTION 4 4.1 ages  4.2 circumstances  (1) 4.3 adult  (1) 4.4 rape  (1) 4.5 superior  (1) 4.6 girl-friends  (1) 4.7 blame  (1) 4.8 rapist  (1) 4.9 trust  (1) 4.10 psychologist  (1) [10] TOTAL SECTION A: 25 ### Page 3 Downloaded from hlayiso.com (NOVEMBER 2012) LIFE ORIENTATION (MEMO) 3 SECTION B QUESTION 5 5.1  Cancer   Cardiovascular diseases   Diabetes  (Any 2 x 1) (2) 5.2 Contagious diseases  OR HIV/Aids,  tuberculosis  and malaria  (Any 2 x 1) (2) 5.3 No.  The article states that NCDs are leading cause of death each year. OR The article indicates that NCDs accounted for 63 percent of all global deaths.  OR NCDs caused 36 million deaths in 2008.  (1 + 1) (2) 5.4 5.4.1 Silent killer diseases are those diseases that destroy a patient’s body without him/her realising it.  (2) 5.4.2 Global deaths are deaths that occur throughout the world/worldwide.  (2) [10] QUESTION 6 6.1  Emotional abuse   Verbal abuse   Physical abuse  (Any 2 x 1) (2) 6.2 He behaves like this because he is under the influence of alcohol/he is drunk.  (2) 6.3 6.3.1 No/Yes  (1) 6.3.2 No, because no matter what, this is her father. She must always show respect towards him.  OR Yes, maybe she is tired of seeing him abusing them, so this is the only way of saving themselves from this abuse.  (2) 6.4 The family is not happy in his presence. Family members know that he will come home drunk and abuse them.  (2) ### Page 4 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 4 LIFE ORIENTATION (NOVEMBER 2012) 6.5  He could develop anger and become aggressive towards other children.   He could grow up thinking that women are there to be abused by men.   He could grow up thinking that swearing and being drunk all the time is an indication that one is a real man.  (Accept two valid answers.) (Any 2 x 2) (4) 6.6  She could go and seek professional help, e.g. counselling.   She could go to the police/court and ask for protection or court order.   She could ask professional people to refer her father to a rehabilitation centre.   She could talk to relatives and seek advice.  (Accept one valid answer.) (Any 1 x 2) (2) [15] QUESTION 7 7.1 7.1.1 Yes.  (1) 7.1.2 The advert does not mention any colour of one’s skin./The advert refers to all teenagers irrespective of the colour of their skin.  (2) 7.2 7.2.1 Yes/No.  (1) 7.2.2 Yes, because the majority of sporting teams are enjoying a recess during this time of the season.  OR No, he must not apply for it, he might lose an opportunity to be selected when professional coaches come to his club to scout for fresh talent. (2) 7.3 This job does not need any academic qualification. It only needs teenagers who are honest, dedicated and hardworking.  (2) 7.4 This will give him work experience which could assist him/her when he/she applies for another job.  (2) 7.5 One Saturday = No of hours per day x hourly rate = 8 hrs x R30  = R240 per one Saturday Therefore 4 Saturdays = R240 x 4 = R960  One Sunday = 5 hrs x R30 = 150  Therefore 2 Sundays = R150 x 2 = R300  Total wage = R960 + R300 = R1 260  (5) [15] ### Page 5 Downloaded from hlayiso.com (NOVEMBER 2012) LIFE ORIENTATION (MEMO) 5 QUESTION 8 8.1  Reduce portion sizes; you can still have foods you like but just less of it.   Choose healthy snacks like fruits and vegetables.   Drink enough water instead of fizzy cool drinks.   Take small bites and chew properly.  (Any 2 x 1) (2) 8.2  Too little exercise.   Eating too much fatty and sugary foods.  (Any 1 x 1) (2) 8.3 Over-eating can cause diabetes and heart diseases.  (2) 8.4 8.4.1 Political.  (1) 8.4.2 According to the media which states that fat is out and thin is in.  (1) 8.4.3 Some households do not have enough money to buy food.  (1) 8.5 Overweight. (1) [10] QUESTION 9 9.1 Youth Day, Heritage Day, Worker’s Day, Mandela Day, Human Rights Day. (1) 9.2  Every year on 21 March – Human Rights Day   Every year on 01 May – Worker’s Day   Every year on 16 June – Youth Day   Every year on 18 July – Mandela Day   Every year on 09 August – Women’s Day   Every year on 24 Sept – Heritage Day  (Choose any valid answer.) (2) 9.3  On 21 March 1960 many people were killed in Sharpeville while protesting against the pass laws. We celebrate human rights on this day.   On 01 May the world uses this day to appreciate and acknowledge the hard work of workers.   On 16 June 1976 some students were killed while protesting against the introduction of Afrikaans as the medium of instruction in all schools. The democratic government declared this day as a day to honour the sacrifices of those young people. We celebrate Youth Day on this day.   On 18 July 1918, ex-president Mandela was born. Therefore, 67 minutes which symbolises his 67 years fighting for freedom is being observed to do something for the needy.   On 9 August 1956 women of all colour marched against the pass laws. We celebrate the role of women in the struggle for liberation.   On 24 Sept it is Heritage Day where we celebrate our diverse cultures.  (Choose any valid answer.) (2) ### Page 6 Downloaded from hlayiso.com 6 LIFE ORIENTATION (NOVEMBER 2012) 9.3  I read historical books.   I go to the stadium to listen to speeches by the president of the country.   I play sport.   I do my homework at home.  (Accept any valid answer.) (1) [6] TOTAL SECTION B: 56 SECTION C QUESTION 10 10.1 C (1) 10.2 B (1) 10.3 A (1) 10.4 C (1) 10.5 D (1) 10.6 10.6.1 B (1) 10.6.2 C (1) 10.6.3 D (1) 10.6.4 A (1) 10.7 10.7.1 It may mean if parents partake in sport their children will follow suit and both of them will end-up being healthy.  (2) 10.7.2 Rugby, soccer, hockey, cricket, netball, etcetera.  (Any other sporting code that is played strictly according to the rules of the game.) (2) 10.7.3  They could go and watch their children when playing sport at school.   They could ensure that their children have all the sporting equipment needed.   They could organise personal physical trainers for their children.  (Accept any two valid answers.) (Any 2 x 1) (2) 10.7.4  Tell him/her not to go alone or at night when exercising.   He/she must not use alcohol/drugs.  He/she must start small and go bigger gradually.   He/she must wear suitable clothing when exercising.  (Accept any four valid answers.) 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