This test consists of TWO questions: Question 1 – Seen Poetry (15) Question 2 – Unseen Poetry (10) Answer all questions in the spaces provided. Take the mark allocation into account when composing your response and answer using standard formal English.

1.2 Describe the image that is created of the child in the words ‘a frailty of shoulders and a squeal of infancy’ (line 5). Refer to specific examples of diction in your response. (2)

1.5 Write down one word to describe the pace of the final stanza (lines 19 – 21).   (1)  

  SECTION A: CREATIVE WRITING   QUESTION 1: ESSAY   Write an essay of between 200 and 250 words in length on ONE of the following topics. Write down the NUMBER and TITLE of the essay you have chosen, for example 1.2 Social media is the new drug. Discuss. Give your own title if your choice is QUESTION 1.5.1 OR 1.5.2 Spend approximately 80 minutes on this section.           1.1 “I’m not strange, weird, off, nor crazy, my reality is just different from yours.” – Lewis Carrol. (50)   1.2 Social media is the new drug. Discuss. (50)   1.3 …and that is why I call it home. (50)   1.4 I thought all was lost and then she smiled at me. (50)   1.5 Choose ONE of the following pictures and write an essay on a topic that comes to mind. Write the question number (1.5.1 OR 1.5.2) and give your essay a suitable title. NOTE: There must be a clear link between your essay and the picture you have chosen. RIGHT-CLICK ON THE BLUE BUTTON TO REVEAL THE PICTURE     1.5.1 (50)   1.5.2 (50)

  SECTION C: SHORT TRANSACTIONAL WRITING   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 DIARY ENTRIES. Spend approximately 30 minutes on this section.   3.1 DIARY ENTRIES You have been invited to audition for The Bright Sessions podcast. Write TWO diary entries about your experience. One before your audition, and one after the big day. (20)   3.2 DIRECTIONS You have invited your friend to attend a national sporting match. Provide directions from their house to the stadium in which the match will take place. (20)   3.3 INSTRUCTIONS You have been asked to do a short presentation for a Life Orientation class on how to study effectively. Write a list of 6 tips on how to set up your workspace for studying. (20)

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Question 1   Choose one topic out of six only and respond accordingly. Remember to indicate WHICH TOPIC YOU HAVE CHOSEN. Your piece should be 120-150 words in length.         1.1 Formal letter     You were invited to a prestigious university for their annual Open Day. You are so impressed that you write a formal letter to their Open Day Coordinator, to compliment them on their impeccable service and attention to detail. Address the letter to Mrs Joubert. 30       1.2 Formal letter     You have recently visited your local cinema and were shocked at how poorly COVID-19 regulations were practised. Write a letter to the cinema manager complaining about this matter and asking for changes. This letter will be posted to 144 Main Road, Midrand, Johannesburg, PO Box 5000. 30       1.3 Book review     You have recently finished the final book of your favourite sequel. Write a review on this conclusion of the long-running book series. Remember to include the elements of a review. 30       1.4 Restaurant review     You went to ‘Yummy Tummy’ to celebrate a special moment in your life. Write a review on your experience at the restaurant. 30       1.5  Dialogue     Write a dialogue between you and your best friend. Your friend is being bullied on social media. Discuss ways to overcome the bullying. 30       1.6 Obituary     Write an obituary for the passing of someone you see as a role-model. You may use someone who has not passed away in real life. 30   QUESTION 1 TOTAL  

1.2 How does the poet create a sense of anonymity of the baby? (2)

QUESTION 1 Read all the topics and choose one.  Your response should be between 110 – 120 words. Right click on the button below to access the rubric.

Please complete your final copy for SECTION A in the box below: