This Memorandum Consists of 9 Pages

English FAL P11LimpopoDoE/November 2017

NSC-Memorandum

MARKS: 80

This memorandum consists of 9 pages.

INSTRUCTION TO MARKERS

Candidates are required to answer ALL the questions.
The memorandum serves as a guide to markers. Some response may require a marker’s discretion.

Candidates' responses should be assessed as objectively as possible.

Marking the Comprehension

Because the focus is on understanding, incorrect spelling and language errors in responses should not be penalised unless such errors change the meaning/understanding.(Errors must still be indicated.)

If a candidate uses words from a language other than the one being examined, disregard those words, and if the answer still makes sense, do not penalise. However, if a word from another language is used in a text and required in an answer, this will be acceptable.

For open-ended questions, no marks should be awarded for YES/NO or I AGREE/I DISAGREE. The reason/substantiation/motivation is what should be considered.

When one word answers are required and the candidate gives a whole sentence, mark correct provided that the correct word is underlined/ highlighted.

When two/three facts/points are required and a range is given, mark only the first two/three.

Accept dialectal variations.

For multiple-choice questions, accept BOTH the letter corresponding with the correct answer AND/OR the answer written out in full.

SECTION A:COMPREHENSION

QUESTION 1

1.1Youth unemployment. (1)

1.2B. Creating youth employment opportunities.(1)

1.3Combatting(1)

1.4Selection process and an interview process. (2)

1.5She was a student.

She saw an advert and responded to it.

She qualified as a delegate of the YDP by passing through an intense selection and interview processes.

NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above answers.(2)

1.6 Her communication skills improved

She has opened up.

She is more confident now.

NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above answers.(2)

1.7 The programme is preparation for job entry so it requires a certain level of

understanding and age readiness to enter the job market.(2)

1.8 Training that occurs while one is working. (1)

1.9 Provide them with access to job opportunities

Provide them with workplace experience.(2)

1.10It will inspire them to study hard to acquire National senior Certificate.

It will encourage them to hope for a better future as it opens doors for employment. (2)

1.11Speed up/Hasten/Make faster/increase speed/pace.(2)

1.12driving forklifts,

operating as call centre agents

managing specific activities in the procurement processes.

NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above answers.(2)

1.13Open-ended. Accept a well-substantiated answer, for example:

Yes. Women have been excluded and suppressed in the past, so givingthe preference and advantage over men is reasonable in order to bring about equality.

No,it is unfair. In a democracy people should be treated equally and lack of skill and employment affect bothe female and male youth alike, so they should be treated equally. (2)

1.14The text is about a programme funded by Sasol, it targets or caters for people with matric, and it is making positive impact among the youth in the Secunda area. (2)

1.15It depicts children from different racial groups, all dressed in the same uniform to

signify equality among them.(2)

1.16High death rate of children under the age of 5.

There are very few children hospitals in Africa. (2)

Award 1 mark for any of the above reasons.

1.16A/ have kind hearts.(1)

1.18To be next Mandela means to have leadership skills/ to have compassion for other human beings or children/ to be selfless/ to stand for and seek to advance good causes. (2)

NOTE: Accept any 2 relevant responses.

TOTAL SECTION A:30

SECTION B: SUMMARY

QUESTION 2

The following points form the answer to the question:

QUOTATION / FACT
(NOTE: The candidate may phrase the facts differently)
1 / ‘Start by realizing that you are experiencing a crisis’. / Admit you are going through a crisis
2 / ‘Don’t try working on the problem alone’
‘…go and see a professional’ / Ask for help and don’t battle alone.
Ask for help from professionals.
3 / ‘You should be able to anticipate the outcomes’ / Be ready for the consequences/predict the consequences
4 / ‘Sometimes a drastic adjustment is necessary..’ / You sometimes need to make a radical/extreme change
5 / ‘Don’t lose your cool’ / Remain calm
6 / ‘It can also be an opportunity for change’ / Learn to use the situation to your advantage
7 / ‘…decide how you’re going to handle yourself’ / Stay calm and decide how to handle the situation / keep your cool, you are in the spotlight
8 / Focus on a positive outcome’ / Focus on what you want to achieve
9 / ‘…become aware of your shortcomings…work on improving them’ / Know your weaknesses and work on improving them.

Marking the summary:

The summary should be marked as follows:

Mark allocation:

7 marks for 7 points(1 mark per main point)
marks for language
Total marks: 10

Distribution of language marks:

points correct: award 1 mark
points correct: award 2 marks
6-7 points correct: award 3 marks

NOTE: The points must be coherent, i.e, they must make sense to the matter

Format:

Even if the summary is presented in the incorrect format, it must be assessed.

Word count:

Markers are required to verify the number of words used.

If the word limit is exceeded, the summary must be read up to a maximum of 5 words above the stipulated upper limit and the rest of the summary must be
ignored.

Marks must not be deducted if the candidate fails to indicate the number of words used or if the number of words used is indicated incorrectly.

Summaries that are short but contain all the required main points should not be penalized.

NOTE: Even though the use of abbreviations is not encouraged, they must be

counted as complete words and the count represented accordingly.

TOTAL SECTION B: [10]

SECTION C: LANGUAGE

NOTE:

One-word answers must be marked wrong if the spelling is incorrect.
In full sentence answers, incorrect spelling should be penalized if the error
is in the language structure being tested.
Sentence structures must be grammatically correct.

QUESTION 3: ANALYSING AN ADVERTISEMENT

3.1A toothpaste/Sensodyne(1)

3.2People with sensitive teeth(1)

3.3The words “RAPID ACTION” suggest quick remedy.

The advertiser says that the product “relieve tooth sensitivity in just 60 seconds”.(2)

3.4The product has an older version/the product is better/improved.(1)

3.5Teeththat get painful when hot or cold food is swallowed/chewed(1)

3.6

The use of the product eliminate/helps with teeth sensitivity
A person can even enjoy eating hot or cold beverages without feeling

pain.

A person can enjoy food with family members regardless of the temperature of the food.

NOTE: Accept any TWO of the above answers.(2)

3.7Open-ended. Accept a suitable response which reflects the candidate’s understanding of the text.

Examples:

Yes, the woman in the picture has white teeth, which support the reason that the product has a good effect on people’s teeth.

The ice cream displayed is just one of the things the user of the product

can now enjoy without feeling any pain.

A NO response

The people naturally have strong/white/beautiful teeth and the advertisement is therefore misleading. (2)

[10]

QUESTION 4ANALYSING A CARTOON

4.1.1A / Affection (1)

4.1.2(a) She is commanding him to leave instead of welcoming him.(1)

(b) She is standing in the door way blocking Curtis from entering

her house.

NOTE: Accept any ONE of the above answers.(1)

4.2(a) Body language: Open mouth showing surprise.(1)

(b) Words: Asking a question to show that he puzzled by what Michelle says.(1)

4.3.1They put emphasis on the self. It shows that Michelle is self centered.(1)

4.3.2The word ‘tick’ suggests that is clever/smart/she functions satisfactory whereas Curtis is ‘sick’ or abnormal /unintelligent/below average.

Award 2 marks for a response that captures references to Michelle and Curtis.(2)

4.4Open-ended. Accept a suitable response which reflects the candidate’s understanding of the text.

Yes. She is repulsive and disrespectful. She tried to chase Curtis away and blocked his entry into the house. She is also self-centered.

No. She is just being forthright/straightforward/frank and does not attach emotions to factual things

(2)

[10]

QUESTION 5: LANGUAGE AND EDITING SKILLS

NOTE: Spelling in this question must be correct.

5.15.1.1(a)doesn’t(1)

(b)feeling(1)

(c)for(1)

(d)one’s(1)

5.1.2doesn’t it?(1)

5.1.3We should learn to forgive ourselves.(2)

5.1.4C /go on with life and forget the past.(1)

5.1.5Nothing(1)

5.1.6uneven/irregular/bumpy(1)

5.1.7Adam Cruise says that he has learnt that everything happens

for a reason.(2)

5.1.8The good memories we created are forgotten.(2)

5.2.1 While the house is insured, the mother who lives there is herself not insured. (1)

5.2.2(a) disabled

(b) assist (2)

5.2.3(a) advice

(b) expectation. (2)

5.2.4brought (1)

TOTAL SECTION C:40

GRAND TOTAL:80