English First Additional Language/P3 2 DBE/November 2017 CAPS – Grade 10
INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
1. This question paper consists of THREE SECTIONS:
SECTION A: Essay (50)
SECTION B: Longer Transactional Text (30) SECTION C: Shorter Transactional Text (20)
2. Answer ONE question from EACH section.
a 3. Write in the language in which you are being assessed.
.z 4. Start EACH section on a NEW page.
5. You must plan (e.g. using a mind map/diagram/flow chart/key words), edit and
co proofread your work. The plan must appear BEFORE each text.
6. All planning must be clearly indicated as such. It is advisable to draw a line
through all planning. p. 7. You are strongly advised to spend approximately:
• 80 minutes on SECTION A • 40 minutes on SECTION B ee • 30 minutes on SECTION C
8. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper. ad
9. Give each response a suitable title/heading.
10. The title/heading must NOT be considered when doing a word count.
11. Write neatly and legibly.
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SECTION A: ESSAY
QUESTION 1
• Write an essay of between 150 and 200 words in length (about ONE page) on ONE of the following topics. • Write down the NUMBER and TITLE of the essay you have chosen, for example 1.1 I own my future. • Give your own title if your choice is QUESTION 1.2, 1.7.1 OR 1.7.2.
a • Spend approximately 80 minutes on this section.
.z 1.1 I own my future. [50]
1.2 Write a story that includes the following words:
co As I entered the room …
NOTE: The words given in the topic MUST be included somewhere in your essay. Provide your own title. p. [50]
1.3 What a celebration! [50]
1.4 We can save this planet by turning waste into wealth. [50]
1.5 The mystery was finally solved. [50]
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1.6 We live in a world where people care too much about material possessions. [50]
1.7 Choose ONE of the pictures on the next page and write an essay on a topic ad
that comes to mind. Write the question number (1.7.1 OR 1.7.2) and give your essay a suitable title.
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1.7.1
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[Source: www.google.com] [50]
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[Source: www.google.com] [50]
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SECTION B: LONGER TRANSACTIONAL TEXT
QUESTION 2
• Respond to ONE of the following transactional writing tasks.
• The body of your response should be between 120 and 150 words in length. • Write down the NUMBER and the HEADING of the text you have chosen, for example 2.1 DIALOGUE. • Pay particular attention to format, language and register.
a • Spend approximately 40 minutes on this section.
.z 2.1 DIALOGUE
You have decided to stop using a cellphone until you have completed your
co final examination. However, your friend does not agree with your decision.
Write the dialogue that takes place between you and your friend.
NOTE: Use the dialogue format. [30]
p. 2.2 FRIENDLY LETTER
Your neighbour constantly plays music very loudly. His/Her actions are a ee disturbance to you and your family.
Write a letter to your neighbour requesting that he/she be more considerate
and reduce the volume of the music. [30] ad
2.3 REPORT (PERSONAL RECOUNT)
You have witnessed an incident of bullying at your school. Your principal has requested that you write a report on what you saw. tr
Write out the report. [30]
2.4 OBITUARY
Your favourite aunt has passed away. Your family has asked that you write an ul
obituary, paying tribute to her.
Write out the obituary. [30]
TOTAL SECTION B: 30
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SECTION C: SHORTER TRANSACTIONAL TEXT
QUESTION 3
• Choose ONE of the following topics and write a short text.
• The body of your response should be between 80 and 100 words in length. • Write down the NUMBER and the HEADING of the text you have chosen, for example 3.1 FORMAL INVITATION. • Spend approximately 30 minutes on this section.
a 3.1 FORMAL INVITATION
.z Your class has decided to honour a teacher at your school by hosting a party on the last day of the school term. The party will be held in your classroom.
co You have been asked to design a special invitation card for your teacher.
Write out the content of your invitation card.
NOTE: Do NOT include illustrations or drawings. [20]
p. 3.2 DIARY ENTRIES
Your family is moving into a new house.
ee Write out TWO diary entries, expressing your feelings BEFORE and AFTER the move. [20]
3.3 INSTRUCTIONS ad
You have purchased a cellphone as a gift for your grandmother. Since she has not used a cellphone before, you have decided to give her a set of instructions on how to: tr
