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 NATIONAL
SENIOR CERTIFICATE

GRADE 11

NOVEMBER 2015

ENGLISH HOME LANGUAGE P1

MARKS: 70

TIME: 2 hours

*IENGHL1*

This question paper consists of 14 pages.

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INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION

1. This question paper consists of THREE sections:

SECTION A: COMPREHENSION (30 marks)

SECTION B: SUMMARY (10 marks)
SECTION C: LANGUAGE IN CONTEXT (30 marks)

2. Answer ALL the questions.

3. Start EACH section on a NEW page.

4. Rule off after each section.

5. Number the answers correctly, according to the numbering system used

in this question paper.

6. Leave a line after each answer.

7. Pay special attention to spelling and sentence construction.

8. Use the following time frames as a guideline:

SECTION A: 50 minutes
SECTION B: 30 minutes
SECTION C: 40 minutes

9. Write neatly and legibly.

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SECTION A: COMPREHENSION

QUESTION 1: READING FOR MEANING AND UNDERSTANDING

Read and refer to TEXTS A and B below and answer the set questions.

TEXT A

Self-starting, socially aware, sober: meet Generation Z

Get ready for Generation Z: a more driven, less vain, more puritanical1
cohort that is poised to make its mark on the world.

1. Precise parameters are disputed, but <Gen Z= is broadly said to include

those born after 1995, a group that includes two billion people worldwide.
Brought up in the shadow of 9/11 and amid a great recession, they were
raised, say researchers, <in a socio-economic environment marked by
chaos, uncertainty and complexity=. 5

2. The challenges seem to have moulded a new maturity: studies suggest

this group is brimming with prudent, if rather puritanical, socially-aware,
self-starting entrepreneurs. They have also been called the <first tribe of
true digital natives=, or <screenagers=.

3. Gen Z members, it is said, are smarter than the baby boomers born in the 10
wake of the Second World War. They also appear quite distinct from the
slackers of Generation X - born roughly between 1960 and 1980 -
characterised as <stuck in a terminal cynicism=.

4. A report by Sparks & Honey, a US advertising agency, highlights a number

of defining Gen Z characteristics. It suggests they are more driven and 15
less narcissistic2 than the millennial generation, or Generation Y, born
between 1980 and 2000. Most say they would rather save money than
spend. They drink less and smoke less cannabis than their elders, get into
fewer fights at school and have less <risky sex=.

5. They plan to change the world for the better: 60 per cent of Gen Z <want to 20
have an impact on the world= through their job, compared with 39 per cent
of Millennials. A quarter of America’s Gen Z are already volunteering.
More than 70 per cent would like to start their own business. A separate
survey of 11 000 Gen Z children, cited in Maclean’s magazine, found 69
per cent would rather be smarter than better looking. 25

6. Sparks & Honey suggests the 16-year-old activist and author Adora Svitak
fits the Gen Z profile perfectly. Her writing ability made her a media star at
the age of 6, and she has campaigned to promote literacy, and to espouse
feminist values. A talk she gave, entitled <What Adults Can Learn From
Kids= has been viewed more than three million times online. Other 30
prominent members of Gen Z include Malala Yousafzai, 17, the Pakistani
girl shot by the Taliban for going to school. Logan Laplante, 13, also fits
the profile: while being home-schooled in California, he designed his own
curriculum.

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7. Researchers have suggested that The Hunger Games is the perfect Gen Z 35
film. Depicting a dystopian3 future where teens are slaughtered, it reflected
their bleak post 9/11 world and the need for coping mechanisms to deal
with it.

8. Sparks & Honey warns that Gen Zs’ aptitude with technology means <this is
the first time in history kids know more than adults about something really 40
important to society=. The result <could well be the most profound
generation gap ever=.

[Source: Rhys Blakely, The Times, July 31, 2014]

Glossary:
1
puritanical: Adhering to strict moral or religious principles
2
narcissistic: Egotistical
3
dystopian: Very bad

AND
TEXT B:

[Source: Generations-Healthcare]

QUESTIONS: TEXT A

1.1 Refer to the title and rider to the article.

Describe a typical Generation Z person in your own words. (2)

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1.2 Three teenagers are mentioned in paragraph 6. Which of the three

would be the best example of each of the following? Give a reason for
your choice.
1.2.1 A self-starter
1.2.2 A socially aware person (4)
1.3 Refer to paragraph 1.
Explain how the two international events mentioned in paragraph 1 have
influenced the characters of Generation Z young people. (3)
1.4 Discuss the neologism by explaining who or what a <screenager=
(line 9) is. (2)
1.5 Refer to paragraph 2.
From what the writer says about the members of Generation Z in the first
sentence of paragraph 2, it is clear that his attitude towards them is ...
A sarcastic.
B ironic.
C respectful.
D insulting. (1)
1.6 What could account for the fact that Generation Z members are <smarter
than the baby boomers= (line 10)? (3)
1.7 Refer to paragraphs 4 and 5.
Describe the <millennial generation=. (3)
1.8 Identify TWO aspects about Generation Z members mentioned in
paragraph 5 that prove that these youngsters are neither selfish nor
egotistical. (2)
1.9 Refer to paragraph 8.
Explain why the generation gap mentioned in this paragraph will be the
most extreme ever. (3)
QUESTIONS: TEXT B
1.10 What do people in GI Generation and those in Generation Z have in
common? (2)
1.11 If major traits are considered, with which generation would Generation Z
have most in common? Give reasons for your answer. (2)
QUESTIONS: TEXT A AND TEXT B
1.12 Would members of the GI Generation and the Silent Generation (Text B)
have also found The Hunger Games (Text A, paragraph 7) a <perfect=
film for their generations? Provide reasons for your answer. (3)

TOTAL SECTION A: 30

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SECTION B: SUMMARY

QUESTION 2: SUMMARISING IN YOUR OWN WORDS

The passage below (TEXT C) is titled <How to Plan a Successful event=.

NOTE: You are required to do the following:

 Summarise the points (one from each of the numbered paragraphs) that
you need to consider when planning an event.
 Present your summary in a fluent paragraph, using your own words.
 Your summary must include SEVEN points and NOT exceed 90 words.
 You are NOT required to supply a title for the summary.
 Indicate your word count at the end of your summary.

TEXT C:

How to Plan a Successful Event

(extract from a slide presentation by Sara Davis)

This is a <how to= guide for aspiring event planners. It provides a list of tactics
that can assist you in planning and executing a successful event.

1. One of the most important things that should be determined before

planning an event is the budget. Knowing your budget will allow you to
know which items are necessities for your event and which items are
luxuries.

2. One of the first steps to event planning is creating a timeline. Follow your
timeline! It will ensure that you don’t miss deadlines and allow you to stay
organised.

3. Another crucial step in planning an event is determining your target

audience. Knowing the age group and likes/dislikes of the audience that
will attend your event can assist you in deciding what type of food to serve,
which type of entertainment to have, and even the venue.

4. Another important step in planning and executing an event is choosing a

venue. After determining your target audience and the type of event that
you are planning, you can begin looking at different venues.

5. When planning an event, it is a good idea to assign different roles to the

people who will help you. Having 5 to 8 people provides the most effective
work environment when it comes to planning an event. There are
numerous roles to be held including, but not limited to: a treasurer, a
contact person who will contact all vendors and a marketing person who
will distribute advertising and contact media.

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6. When planning an event, whether it is a small party or a large event, such

as a wedding - organisation is the key. If you follow your schedule and
update your budget each week, it will allow you to stay on track and to stay
organised.

7. One issue that is often encountered in event planning is lack of

communication. Clear communication with your helpers and client will
allow everyone to stay on the same page.

Lastly, ENJOY! This is your event so don’t forget to have fun!

[http://www.slideshare.net/saradavis930/how-to-plan-a-successful-event]

TOTAL SECTION B: 10

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SECTION C: LANGUAGE STRUCTURES AND CONVENTIONS

QUESTION 3: ANALYSING ADVERTISING

Study TEXTS D and E below and answer the set questions.

TEXT D

[Source: adsoftheworld.com/media/]

The text reads as follows:

WARCHILD.CA
WHERE CHILDHOOD THRIVES, WAR DOES NOT.
WAR CHILD EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY JUSTICE

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QUESTION: TEXT D

Refer to TEXT D:

3.1 Discuss the significance of the alphabet block in convincing the target
market of the message of the advertisement. (2)

TEXT E

[Source: adsoftheworld.com/media/]

The text reads as follows:

BULLETS LEAVE BIGGER HOLES THAN YOU THINK
STATES UNITED TO PREVENT GUN VIOLENCE
VISIT WWW.SUPGV.ORG TO GET INVOLVED.

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QUESTIONS: TEXT E

3.2 Explain how the silhouettes in the form of shooting range targets
visually depict the tagline (slogan) of the advertisement. (3)

3.3 The only colour in this monochrome advertisement is red around the X
in the centre of the target. Why is the use of this colour in the
monochrome advert effective? (2)

QUESTIONS: TEXTS D AND E

3.4 Which advertisement would be more effective in preventing gun

violence? Give TWO reasons for your answer. (3)
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QUESTION 4: UNDERSTANDING OTHER ASPECTS OF THE MEDIA

Study TEXTS F AND G and answer the set questions.

TEXT F: CARTOON

FRAME 1 FRAME 2
[Source: http://politicalhumor.about.com/]

QUESTIONS: TEXT F

4.1 By referring to the facial expressions of the <Earth= character, describe

the feelings experienced in each of the frames. (2)

4.2 Identify and discuss TWO other aspects depicted in the frames that
account for the <Earth= character’s feelings in each of the frames. (4)

4.3 What is the purpose of this cartoon? (2)

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TEXT G: CARTOON

[Source: Bizarro Comics.com]

QUESTIONS: TEXT G

4.4 Discuss the irony in this cartoon. (2)

[10]

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QUESTION 5: USING LANGUAGE CORRECTLY

Read TEXT G below, which contains some deliberate errors, and answer the
set questions.

TEXT G

Why You Need to Stop Binge-Watching TV Shows

1. Who haven't spent entire weekends watching F.R.I.E.N.D.S or Breaking

Bad marathons? The internet today allows access to entire season
downloads or streaming of your favourite television shows.
Uninterrupted viewing of the television for long hours can have
surprisingly hazardous (effects/affects) on your mind and body.

2. People that watch TV for over four hours a day are susceptible to
an increased risk of health problems. Laptop screens if stared at for
too long can cause eyestrain and headaches.

3. Binge-viewing is an isolating action. It can lead to antisocial

behavior because of reduced time spent interacting with people.
Staying indoors for long periods of time increases the risk of
depression and anxiety.

4. Binge-watching TV distracts you from other parts of your lives. A

binge-watcher gets accustomed to staying indoors alone instead of
spending time with family and friends. It distracts from work and other
healthy hobbies.

5. Binge-watchers are more likely to disregard personal hygiene by

skipping baths and not cleaning up after themselves.

6. Those who believe binge-watching to be a harmless addiction don't

realize that it leads to weight gain and obesity. We burn calories every
day by staying on our feet and fidgeting. Watching television all
day drastically reduces the amount of calories you burn throughout the
day.

[Source: Posted by Romana D'Souza, Sep 23rd 2014 on

http://healthmeup.com/news-healthy-living/]

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5.1 Provide alternative punctuation for the names of the television series
referred to in paragraph 1. (1)

5.2 Correct the concord error in paragraph 1. (1)

5.3 Choose the correct word from those in the brackets in paragraph 1. (1)

5.4 Correct the pronoun error in paragraph 2. (1)

5.5 Commas have been omitted from the second sentence of paragraph 2.
Rewrite the sentence with the commas in the correct places. (1)

5.6 Correct the spelling error in paragraph 3. (1)

5.7 Rewrite the third sentence of paragraph 3 in the passive voice. (1)

5.8 Correct the error in the first sentence of paragraph 4. (1)

5.9 Write <hygiene= (paragraph 5) as an adjective. (1)

5.10 Should <number= replace <amount= in the last sentence of paragraph

6? Give a reason for your answer. (1)
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TOTAL SECTION C: 30
GRAND TOTAL: 70

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