Geography Memo 2 (English)

November 2017 — Grade 12 / Matric — Geography

Memo 2017 Grade 12 English Geography Hub →

↓ Download PDF 📄 510.4 KB View Exam Paper

Preparing document

📋 Document Analysis

📄 16 pages 📝 65 items found 📚 5 topics

See full analysis

Questions — A Preview of What to Expect in the Document

This section provides a quick preview of questions from the document. It may not display every question or the complete wording of each one. For the full content, including diagrams, tables and other information, view the original PDF above.

Q1— Section header —

1.1

1.2

1.3

1.4

1.5

1.6

1.7

1.8

1.9The landform at line on the orthophoto map is spur. valley. ridge. gap.

1.10

1.11

1.12

1.13Refer to the surrounding area at 15 on the orthophoto map. The vertical aerial photograph used to produce the orthophoto map, was taken between 12:00 14:00.

1.14The settlement pattern at in block circular. linear lustered ispersed

1.15

Q2— Section header —

2.1efer to blocks D3 and

2.1.1Calculate the vertical interval (VI\ between and spot height 1 395 in metres. Show ALL calculations. Marks will be awarded for calculations. = 1 500 m 1 395 m = 105 m (1 x 1\ (1\

2.1.2Calculate the horizontal equivalent (HE\ between and spot height 1 395 in metres. Sho w ALL calculations. Marks will be awarded for calculations. HE =

1.5cm x 500 [range for measurement 1.4 cm to 1.6 cm] = 750 Range [700 to 800 m]

2.1.3Using the informati on in QUESTIONS 2.1.1 and 2.1.2, calculate the average gradient between and spot height 1 395. Show ALL calculations. Marks will be awarded for calculations. Formula: (HE\ equivalent

7.14/ 1 : 7.1 4/1 in 7.14 Range [1 : 6 1 : 7 x 1\

Q2— Section header —

2.2Refer to the line to on the orthophoto map.

2.2.1Use the marked off points b elow the horizontal axis of the cross section to complete the cross section between and above. Some heights have been included to assist you.

2.2.2ndicate the position of the Pelgrimsrus farmstead on the completed cross

Q2— Section header —

2.2.3Calculate the vertical exaggeration of the cross section drawn in

Q2— Section header —

2.3Refer to the orthophoto map and the topographic map.

2.3.1The magnetic declination of the orthophoto map for 1980 is rue orth. Is the magnetic declinatio n of the orthophoto map bigger or smaller than the magnetic declination indicated on the topographical map?

2.3.2Give a rea son for the difference in the magnetic declination between the topographical map and orthophoto map. The orthophoto map is older (1980\ than the topographic map (2006\ The topographic map (2006\ is newer than the orthophoto map

2.3.3Why is it important for a hiker to correct the magnetic declination? The hiker won t get lost /If not corrected hiker will get lost The hiker will get to his destination /If not corrected hiker will not reach

Q3— Section header —

3.1Refer to block and .1.1 Name the drainage pattern in this area. Trellis (1 x 1\ (1\

3.1.2Refer to the topographic map and explain why the drainage pattern named in QUESTION

3.1.1

3.1.3Is the drainage density of this area high or low? Give ONE reason for your answer. Drainage density: Low Reason Very few streams in the area Non perennial streams

3.2Refer to the farmstead at in block

3.2.1Is the farmstead at a wet point or a dry point settlement? Give a reason for your answer. Answer: Dry point settlement Reason:

3.2.2Name and explain ONE man made fa ctor that influenced the choice of site for the farmstead. Hum made factor Transport/road/secondary road Explanation

3.3Refer to blocks G9 and G10, which the rural urban fringe of Parys.

3.3.1Name ONE activity/service in block G9 and/or block G10 that is found in the rural urban fringe.

Q3— Section header —

3.4Although West End ( \, block , is situated close to the CBD, it experiences much lower average temperatures than expected.

3.4.1Give and explain ONE ason for the statement above. Reason: More egetation /greenbelt Explanation: Vegetation absorbs carbon dioxide and reduces

3.4.2Describe ONE climatologi cal disadvantag e for people living in West End West End could get very cold /frost pocket especially during winter reducing human comfort conditions katabatic winds that lowers

3.6Parys is a popular holiday resort.

3.6.1Give ONE reason why Parys became a popular holiday destination. It is built on th Vredefort Crater which is the largest verified impact crater on Earth The Vredefort Dome is a World Heritage Site

3.6.2Explain the positive impact of Parys as a popular holiday destination on the local economy. It will improve the local economy as there will be more investment reating more job opportunities /less unemployment

Q4— Section header —

4.1Parys is located in the Vredefort Crater. Geologists are conducting research and col lecting data on an on going basis.

4.1.1Is the data that is collected considered to be primary or secondary data? Primary data 1 x 1

4.1.2Give a reason for your

Q4— Section header —

4.1.3Explain how remote sensing can further assist the geologists with their research. ives an overview of the entire study area llows geologists to check and verify changes over time

4.2Buffering plays an important role in protecting settlement s from being flooded.

4.2Define the term buffering It is the demarcati boundary/ delineation/spatial distance of an area around a feature [Concept] (1 x 1\

4.2.2There is evidence of buffering taking place betwe en the Vaal River and Parys in blocks G7 Give a reason

4.2.3Explain why buffering takes place between the Vaal River and Parys in blocks G7 and The area is u sed for recreation /golf course/caravan park Located close to the river for aesthetic appeal

4.3Refer to the rough sketch below, an exaggerated version of block (The examiner's sketch of block is not dr awn to scale\. Reference Orchards and vineyards Cultivated lands

4.3.1NO data standardisation is taking place in the sketch. Give a reason to substantiate (support\ this statement. Different symbols are used to show the same activity /feature/land use

4.3.2Standardise the data on the sketch below using the acceptable, standardised conventional signs (map symbols\ for a 1 50 00 topographic map. (2 x 1\ (2\ TOTAL:

Topics Identified

GeomorphologyClimatologySettlementEconomic GeographyMapwork

Mark Allocation

Sections15 + 20 + 25 + 15 = 75 marks

Paper information

SubjectGeography

Year2017

SessionNovember

TypeMemo

PaperPaper 2

LanguageEnglish

Pages16

Downloads16

Examination context

Decade2010s

Years ago9y

SeasonSpring (SH)

Start daySunday

Exam periodNovember 2017

Days since exam3,276

About Geography examination preparation

Grade 12 Geography combines physical geography with human geography. Both papers include mapwork components.

Every available Grade 12 Geography past paper and memorandum is collected in the Geography hub at geography.freemode.co.za — browse all years, sessions and languages in one place.

How to use this resource for revision

A past examination paper is most useful when it is treated as an active revision exercise. Try the questions yourself before checking the corresponding memorandum. Where you make an error, identify the reason — was it a knowledge gap, a calculation mistake, an interpretation issue, or an examination technique problem?

For stronger examination practice, complete the paper without unnecessary interruptions and keep track of the questions that take the most time. Afterwards, review the memorandum and separate knowledge gaps from mistakes caused by interpretation, calculation, structure, or examination technique.

interpreting geographical information

analysing data and diagrams

applying geographical concepts

using precise terminology

writing structured explanations

A practical revision approach

Geography allocates substantial marks to mapwork — it is the highest-yield section for well-prepared candidates. Practice identifying features from topographic and orthophoto maps until recognition becomes automatic.

Grade 12 subject hubs

Each matric subject has its own dedicated hub on Freemode with every past paper and marking memorandum we have archived for that subject.

➗ Mathematics View papers → 📊 Mathematical Literacy View papers → ⚗️ Physical Sciences View papers → 🧬 Life Sciences View papers → 📒 Accounting View papers → 💼 Business Studies View papers → 📈 Economics View papers → 🌍 Geography 📍 You are here 🏛️ History View papers → 📖 English View papers → 🇿🇦 Afrikaans View papers → 🗣️ IsiNdebele View papers → 🗣️ IsiXhosa View papers → 🗣️ IsiZulu View papers → 🗣️ Sepedi View papers → 🗣️ Sesotho View papers → 🗣️ Setswana View papers → 🌾 Agricultural Sciences View papers →

Corresponding examination paper

Examination paper available

Open the corresponding examination paper to practise the questions before reviewing the marking memorandum on this page. Attempt every question under timed conditions for the most realistic preparation.

Geography Paper 2 (English) →

File details

File size510.4 KB

Pages16

Archived on7 September 2026

File age47d

ContributorFreeMode

Fingerprint5AA2743F8913

Questions and learner discussion

No questions or discussions have been posted yet.