South African Sign Language (Final) SASL HL Memo 2

November 2021 โ€” Grade 12 / Matric โ€” South African Sign Language (Final)

Memo 2021 Grade 12 English - HL
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2.1Identify a short sequence of signs from the poem that could be used as a title and motivate your choice The roses grow together with other roses that grow/bloom. 00:27
2.2At which point in the poem is a sense of beauty created? The sense of beauty
2.3Discuss the impact of this image within the con text of the constraint of oral d eaf education. (02:39 02:42\ The clip is impactful as it indicates a sense of resilience
2.4State whether you AGREE or DISAGREE with the following statement and substantiate your answer. It is human nature to destroy the environment AGREE It is human nature to destroy nature because it is eas
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3.1How does the title of the poem 'ALONE' set the initial mood in the poem? At the beginning of the poem, feelings of loneliness/gloom/unhappiness are depicted by the elements this sets the initial mood of the poem just as
3.2At which point in the poem does the poet experience closure? Towards the end of the poem the poet experiences closure when he tries to kill himself and an I LOVE YOU handshape
3.3Discuss the use of hyperbole as a poetic device in this clip. He uses exaggerated signing to emphasise the negative emotions that he is experiencing. The use of hyperbole is evident in the sign for rain as
3.4State whether you AGREE or DISAGREE with the following statement and substantiate your answer. Symbolism is a crucial feature in this poem AGREE ymbolism is used
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4.1List the positive and negative examples the poet uses to illustrate the experiences of the first three senses. Positive examples: Touch positive caressing of body to feel warm
4.2At what point in the poem is a symbiotic relationship created The two senses, hearing and sight enthusiastically jump up together to demonstra te a sense of togetherness/ symbio sis
4.3Explain the significance of the contrasting handshapes between the first and last signs of the poem. The poet starts the poem with a wide 5 handshape this shows that all
4.4State whether you AGREE or DISAGREE with the following statement and substantiate your answer. The modified 5 handshape would be a better option as a title for this poem
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5.1Identify repetition in the poem. The process of planting the avocado from the pit with two sticks on either side is repeated The growth of the avocado is repeated.
5.2Find the differences between stanzas 2 and 3 In stanza , the poet uses the signs for the growth of the avocado
5.3Explain the use of symmetry in the poem. Symmetry is used in the following ways: Vertical symmetry is used when the poet signs an avocado and open up her hands. O n either sides she has an upside
5.4Critically discuss the theme of the poem and how it is relevant to our lives. The theme found in the poem are: Resilience: avocado grows and dies
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7.1Place the extract into context. Before Asa wants to message her father to tell her where she is going but Mandisa asks her not to message him because she does not want her own father to find out. After
7.2Explain why the father has rules on dating. The family wants to meet him so that hey know who she is going out with and they want to see what kind of person it is.
7.3Describe Kenzo s behaviour when he arrives. Kenzo looks coo l/ nod his head when he
7.4What would have happened if Asa followed her father rules? Asa s father would have known that Kenzo would take
7.5ith reference to the above extract, d iscuss Mandisa negative influence on Asa
7.6Explain Asa escape to the bathroom. While at the movies Kenzo harass
7.7Explain Asa emotional state in this extract. Asa cries because she is disgusted by Kenzo
7.8ow does Asa s personality contribute to her being
7.9Asa s father is significant person in her life. Justify
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9.6What made Albertina fall in love with Walter? He was a clever man. He was a brave man. His strong personality and fighting nature as a political fighter could have been the reason why she was attracted to and married him.
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11.3Explain why Tarone is being insensitive when talking about his big house with the flat in the back yard Tarone grew up in a rich family who always supported him. He never experienced poverty. He is snobbish and brag about his
11.5Discuss how Kim's changing appearance links to the plot. physical a ppearance: At the beginning of the drama, Kim has a neat appearance. Her hair is clean and her clothes are clean. This is effective in

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Sections10 + 10 + 10 + 10 + 10 + 30 + 25 + 25 + 25 + 25 + 25 + 25 + 25 + 25 + 80 + 10 + 25 = 395 marks

Paper information

SubjectSouth African Sign Language (Final)
Year2021
SessionNovember
TypeMemo
PaperPaper 2
LanguageEnglish (HL โ€” verified from PDF)
Pages30
Downloads1

Examination context

Decade2020s
Years ago5y
SeasonSpring (SH)
Start dayFriday
Exam periodNovember 2021
Days since exam1,814

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