MEMORANDUM

Jeppe High School for Boys

Subject: Life Orientation

Mid-Year Examination
Grade: 10
Date: 31st May 2019
Duration: 1½ Hours
Total Marks: 80
Examiner: B. Riskowitz
Moderators: T. Janse van Rensburg
QC Moderator: B. Kemp

SECTION A (COMPULSORY)

QUESTION 1

Q1.1.1 - B ✓

Q1.1.2 - D ✓

Q1.1.3 - A ✓

Q1.1.4 - B ✓

Q1.1.5 - C ✓
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1.2.1 Financial aid given to a student that is expected to be paid back with interest. (1)

Student loan / Loan ✓

1.2.2 The type of listening that involves asking your teacher questions to show that you
are focusing. (1)

Active listening ✓

1.2.3 The umbrella term for being, becoming and community belonging. (1)

Life domains ✓

1.2.4 A person's regular work or profession. (1)

Occupation ✓

1.2.5 When one person exerts dominance over another in a relationship. (1)

Power relation ✓

1.3.1 Name any TWO human rights that protect employees against any maltreatment in
the workplace. (2X1) (2)

Any two relevant answers for one mark each; possible answers:
You have the right to a private life ✓
You have the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion ✓
You have a right to freedom of expression ✓
You have a freedom of assembly and association ✓
You have the right to be a member of a trade union, to attend gatherings and to
campaign to improve your workplace benefits, provided that the health and safety of
the public is not placed at risk. ✓
You have the right to take sick leave/family responsibility leave if needed ✓

1.3.2 Why would employers give favour (in terms of hiring people) if they have
completed community service hours?
(2X1) (2)

Any two relevant answers for one mark each; possible answers:
It shows the potential employer that you are willing to get your hands dirty ✓
It shows that it is not about the money for you ✓
It shows strong character ✓

1.3.3 Explain what is meant by the term “discrimination against women”. (1X2) (2)

Make a point ✓and explain that point in light of the question ✓; possible answers:
any distinction, exclusion or restriction ✓ made on the basis of sex ✓

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1.3.4 Discuss how your career and study choices are influenced by the availability of
finances as a socio-economic factor. (2X2) (4)

Make a point ✓and explain that point in light of the question ✓

Make another point ✓and explain that point in light of the question ✓; possible
answers:
Any two relevant discussion points and explanations:
Availability of finances can affect ones career because it would motivate you to get
a career that will give you financial stability ✓ and in terms of the study choice it
will determine to which college or university you go to where you will have funding
available ✓
TOTAL SECTION A: 20

SECTION B (COMPULSORY)

QUESTION 2

2.1 Define the term “violation” and state TWO ways that our rights have been
violated (as South African Citizens) for the last 5 years. (1+2) (3)

a) Definition of “violation” for 1 mark; possible answer:

“An action that breaks or acts against something, especially a law, agreement,
principle, or something that should be treated with respect” ✓

b) State two ways that our rights have been violated for 1 mark each; possible
answers:
Leaders have abused their power at the expense of citizens ✓
Right to information has been denied through censorship ✓
Tax payers money has been stolen ✓

2.2 Explain how the cartoon shows how the poor are discriminated against. (1X2) (2)

Make a point ✓and explain that point in light of the question ✓; possible answers:
The poor people are not allowed in ✓ to the party while everyone else is ✓

2.3 Discuss how the African philosophy of uBuntu is not being upheld in the cartoon.
(1X2) (2)

Make a point ✓and explain that point in light of the question ✓; possible answers:
Ubuntu means caring and sharing ✓ People are not being caring in that they are
excluding people ✓

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2.4 Advise the people indoors (as seen in the cartoon) on how they can be more
responsible citizens. (2X2) (4)

Make a point ✓and explain that point in light of the question ✓

Make another point ✓and explain that point in light of the question ✓; possible
answers:
They must learn their responsibilities. ✓ explain ✓
Invite people in to the party. ✓ explain ✓
Treat people equally, despite their social status. ✓ explain ✓

2.5 Critically discuss TWO ways in which the poor could overcome poverty in
their personal capacity. (2X2) (4)

Make a point ✓and explain that point in light of the question ✓

Make another point ✓and explain that point in light of the question ✓; possible
answers:
They could become entrepeneurs ✓ and make their own business ✓
They couls take up informal work ✓ to make enough to survive. ✓
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QUESTION 3

3.1 Define the term “abstinence” and state how this could have helped Karen? (1+2) (3)
a) Definition of abstinence for 1 mark; only answer:
“The practice of restraining oneself from indulging in something, typically alcohol
or sex.” ✓

b) Two ways this could have helped Karen; possible answers:

Would not have fallen pregnant ✓
Bettered her marks. ✓

3.2 Discuss ONE reason why a woman would choose not to use protection. (1X2) (2)

Make a point ✓and explain that point in light of the question ✓; possible answers:
Fear that the man she loves will want to leave her✓ as he has told her that he wants
maximum pleasure with no barriers. ✓

3.3 Explain why Jeremy responded to the pregnancy the way he did. (1X2) (2)

Make a point ✓and explain that point in light of the question ✓; possible answers:
Felt scared ✓ as there is too much responsibility to be a father so young. ✓

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3.4 Advise teens on the best way to approach romantic relationships at this
stage in their lives. (2X2) (4)

Make a point ✓and explain that point in light of the question ✓

Make another point ✓and explain that point in light of the question ✓; possible
answers:
Take it slow, ✓ entering into the realm of sex brings many complications. ✓
Only enter into a relationships if you see yourself marrying the person ✓ serial
dating can cause much emotional hurt. ✓

3.5 Critically discuss whether or not it is wise to have sex as a teenager. (2X2) (4)

Make a point ✓and explain that point in light of the question ✓

Make another point ✓and explain that point in light of the question ✓
Must be two different but relevant points
NO MARK GIVEN FOR SAYING IT IS/IT IS NOT WISE
Diseases
Emotional bondage
Lack of understanding
Risk of pregnancy
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TOTAL SECTION B: 30

SECTION C

QUESTION 4

● What does the term “NSFAS” stand for and state TWO prerequisites for
applying for this financial aid. (1+2) (3)

a) What does NSFAS stand for for 1 mark; possible answers:

National Student Financial Aid Scheme ✓

b) Two prerequisites for 1 mark each; possible answers:

Be South African citizens ✓
Comply with the entry requirements set by the universities of their choice / have
proof of registration or acceptance to said university ✓
Combined household income of under R122 000 a year ✓

● Explain THREE reasons why a students’ application for financial aid

would be unsuccessful. (3X2) (6)

Make a point ✓and explain that point in light of the question ✓

Make another point ✓and explain that point in light of the question ✓
Make another point ✓and explain that point in light of the question ✓; possible
answers:
It might be that the parents/guardians annual salary fall in the bracket that is too
high for the learner to qualify for a government fund.✓ This mostly happens in
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middle-class households.✓ Due to die socio-economic factors students are not
aware of the funding available due to the lack of information.
The student might not have the right subject choice needed for the career, which
would result in not being able to get funding. ✓ Learner might have chosen the
wrong subject which results in poor marks that is to low to apply. ✓
Learner might not meet the criteria for the chosen career field. ✓ Bursaries might
not be open to the specific career field of choice.✓.

● Recommend TWO other forms of financial aid high school graduates

could think of. In your answers, also indicate the impact EACH of these
types of financial aid could have on the economic wellbeing of these
learners. (2X3) (6)

1st recommendation ✓and explain that recommendation ✓ and explain the

economic impact ✓
2nd recommendation ✓and explain that recommendation ✓ and explain the
economic impact ✓ ; possible answers:
Apply for a bursary ✓ You could be given a bursary because you do not have the
money to pay for your studies, or because you did well at school. You do not have
to pay back a bursary √ This would allow you to study at no cost which saves you
money ✓
You can apply for a student loan✓ If you apply for one from a bank, you will have to
pay it back with interest. Some companies and businesses also give student loans
which you don’t have to pay back, but you must work for them once you have
finished studying ✓ You would be charged interest which will impact you
negatively. ✓
You may be awarded a scholarship ✓ Some companies, businesses, and
organisations award scholarships if you have done well at school in your studies,
sport or cultural activities ✓ saves you money. ✓
A learnership allows you to earn while you learn ✓ You study theory at a college or
a training centre and practice what you have learnt in a real job ✓ you may actually
earn money. ✓
Part-time work while studying ✓ This will allow you to earn money to pay for your
studies. You will have to ensure that it does not affect your studies in terms of time
commitment to your studies ✓ Earn while you learn. ✓

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QUESTION 5

● Define the term “cardiovascular” and state TWO reasons the man in the
cartoon could benefit from exercise that is cardiovascular in nature. (1+2) (3)

a) Definition of cardiovascular for 1 mark; possible answer:

“Relating to the heart and blood vessels”. ✓

b) Two reasons the man could benefit from cardiovascular exercise for 1 mark each;
possible answers:
He is morbidly obese ✓
He seems depressed ✓
Overall he seems really unhealthy ✓

Explain THREE other beneficial forms of exercise the man could put into
practice. (3X2) (6)

Make a point ✓and explain that point in light of the question ✓

Make another point ✓and explain that point in light of the question ✓
Make another point ✓and explain that point in light of the question ✓; possible
answers:
Strength ✓ explain ✓
Flexibility ✓ explain ✓
Agility ✓ explain ✓

● Recommend TWO strategies people like this man could employ to avoid
getting back into the place of leading a sedentary life. In your answers,
also indicate the impact of sustaining EACH of these strategies could have on
the emotional well being on these individuals. (2X3) (6)

Name a strategy ✓and explain that strategy ✓ and explain what impact that
strategy will have on the youth in the above situation ✓
Name another strategy ✓and explain that strategy ✓ and explain what impact that
strategy will have on the youth in the above situation ✓; possible answers:
They could ask people to keep them accountable in exercising ✓ as if they have a
gym partner he/she would be able to remind them to not slack off and force them to
continue ✓; the impact of this would be that in exercising they release endorphins
which will help eliminate depression✓.
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QUESTION 6

● Define the term “xenophobia” and state TWO reasons that Mashaba’s
comments would be considered xenophobic. (1+2) (3)

a) Definition of xenophobia for 1 mark; possible answer:

Fear or hatred of foreigners, people from different cultures, or strangers. ✓

b) Two reasons what he said may be considered xenophobic for 1 mark each;
possible answers:
He calls them criminals ✓
He says that the cities are being engulfed, which implies that they are like a
senseless mob and no value as individual human beings. ✓

● Explain THREE possible reasons that some people treat others in a

xenophobic manner. (3X2) (6)

Make a point about a stereotype ✓and contrast it with an example from the ad ✓
Make another point about a stereotype ✓and contrast it with an example from the
ad ✓
Make another point about a stereotype ✓and contrast it with an example from the
ad ✓; possible answers:
There is a feeling that foreign nationals come to SA and take jobs in a country that
is already struggling with unemployment.
Many think that if they were not here doing those jobs then our unemployment
issues would not be so bad.
Many say that they are prepared to work under harsh conditions, for lower pay.
This then counters all the work that has been done to create fairer, more equitable
environments.
Foreign national shop owners undercut prices taking business away from South
African shop owners, and this causes conflict.
Many say that the foreign nationals come to SA and get involved in criminal
activities because they are here illegally – this is then a justification for violence.
South Africa struggles with housing and resource issues – schools, medical
facilities etc.
People do not want to share these resources with others from outside the country.
Some people feel that foreign nationals do not respect them and so therefore they
do not deserve our respect.

● Recommend TWO actions that the youth can employ to help mitigate
xenophobia in our society. In your answers, also indicate how EACH of
these actions influence other countries to do the same. (2X3) (6)

1st action ✓and explain this action ✓ and explain how this action influences other
countries to do the same✓
2nd action ✓and explain this action ✓ and explain how this action influences other
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countries to do the same✓
(Make sure it is what the youth can do; NOT government or schools)
They can organise anti-xenophobic campaigns for assembly ✓ where all learners
are made aware of the problem and are given emergency phone numbers to report
xenophobic instances. ✓ This could encourage other countries to encourage the
same actions in their schools. ✓
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TOTAL SECTION C: 30
GRAND TOTAL: 80

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