English SAL P2 memo

November 2014 — Grade 12 / Matric — English

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1.1Miracles really do happen! Narrative essay The c andidate may mention, among others details of why a miracle was needed
1.2I heard a loud crash, followed by a tinkling sound and then running footsteps I hurried to see what had happened. Write an essay which starts with the sentences above. Narrative essay. The
1.3People who inspire me Descriptive essay The candidate may describe among others who the people are what these
1.5Interpretation of pictures. Candidates should provide a suitable title. Candidates may interpret the pictures in any way. The interpretation should be clearly linked to the picture.
1.5.1The candidates may write about, among others the beauty of nature peace and tranquillity the dog as man s best friend loneliness searching for something.
1.5.2The candidates may write about, among others having a sense of responsibility the joy of gardening opportunities to grow protecting/nurturing something precious.
1.5.3The candidates may write about, among others the appreciation of nature and wildlife the tourism industry elephant poaching an encounter with a herd of elephants.
1.5.4The candidates may write about, among others the role of parents the importance of family childhood memories healthy and fun activities the joys of parenting. [40]40
2.1DIALOGUE The following aspects of format should be included: name of each speaker colon after the name of each speaker throughout the dialogue.
2.2FORMAL LETTER The letter should be addressed to the anager of the bus company The tone and register of the letter should be formal. The letter should be written in paragraphs. The following aspects of
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3.1POSTER Candidates may include the following, among others the heading what the talk is about date,

Language Components

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Comprehension QuestionsEssay/ArgumentGrammar ExerciseOral/DebateVocabulary

Topics Identified

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ComprehensionLanguage in ContextEssay WritingGrammarCreative WritingOral Communication

Mark Allocation

Sections40 + 40 + 40 + 40 + 40 + 20 + 20 + 20 + 20 + 20 + 20 = 320 marks

Paper information

SubjectEnglish
Year2014
SessionNovember
TypeMemo
PaperPaper 2
LanguageEnglish (SAL — verified from PDF)
Pages9
Downloads10

Examination context

Decade2010s
Years ago12y
SeasonSpring (SH)
Start dayWednesday
Exam periodNovember 2014
Days since exam4,374

About English examination preparation

Grade 12 English involves reading, language use, interpretation, and clear written communication. Paper 1 tests comprehension, summary writing, and language in context, while Paper 2 covers literature and essay writing.

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interpretation
structured written responses
clear communication

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