Final Push Revision Document Paper Two 221120 070733
Final Push Revision Document Paper Two 221120 070733
NCS (CAPS)
GEOGRAPHY GRADE 12
PAPER TWO
2022
QUESTION 1 OBJECTIVES
1.1 Refer to FIGURE 1.1 which shows the urban profile of a city.
COLUMN A COLUMN B
(7 x 1) (7)
1.4 Choose ONE word/term from the list below that matches a description of
settlement patterns or shapes. Write only the word/term next to the
question numbers (1.4.1 to 1.4.8) in the ANSWER BOOK.
1.4.7 Settlement pattern that resulted when houses are far apart from each other
1.4.8 Settlement shape where a secondary road meets with a main road (8 x 1) (8)
1.5 Refer to FIGURE 1.5 showing rural settlement patterns. Match the
descriptions below with the rural settlement patterns A or B. Write only A or
B next to the question numbers (1.5.1 to 1.5.8) in the ANSWER BOOK, e.g.
1.5.9 B.
FIGURE 1.5: RURAL SETTLEMENT PATTERNS
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1.6 Match each of the descriptions below with either a high-order or a low-order
central place. Write only 'high-order central place' or 'low-order central place'
next to the question numbers (1.6.1 to 1.6.7) in the ANSWER BOOK, e.g.
1.6.8 high-order central place.
1.7 Choose a term from COLUMN B that matches the description in COLUMN A.
Write only the letter (A–I) next to the question numbers (1.7.1 to 1.7.8) in
the ANSWER BOOK, e.g. 1.7.9 J.
COLUMN A COLUMN B
1.8 Refer to FIGURE 1.8 showing rural settlement patterns and shapes.
Choose the correct answer from the options given in brackets to make
the statement TRUE. Write only your answer next the question numbers
(1.8.1 to 1.8.8) in the ANSWER BOOK, e.g. 1.8.9 dispersed.
CROSSROADS
1.9 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
Choose the answer and write only the letter (A–D) next to the question
numbers (1.9.1 to 1.9.7) in the ANSWER BOOK, e.g. 1.9.8. D.
1.9.2 … goods are used almost daily and are found in most types of settlements.
A High-order
B Threshold
C Low-order
D Comparative
1.9.3 … describes the ranking of urban areas according to their size and degree of
specialization of the functions.
A Central place
B Urban morphology
C Sphere of influence
D Urban hierarchy
1.9.4 An urban service centre supplying goods and services to the surrounding rural
area is known as a …
A central place.
B low-order centre.
C rural hamlet.
D high order centre.
1.9.5 … are fewer, draw people from further and offer more specialised services.
A Towns
B Villages
C Farmsteads
D Cities
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A Sphere of influence
B Threshold population
C Urban population
D Range of population
1.9.7 The area from which a business draws its customers is a/an …
A range of goods.
B local service centre.
C sphere of influence.
D urban hierarchy. (7 x 1) (7)
1.10. Choose the correct word(s) from those given in brackets. Write only the word(s)next
to the question numbers (1.10.1 to 1.10.8) in the ANSWER BOOK.
1.10.2. (Round/Linear) settlements are generally located along roads, rivers or canals.
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1.11.1 The relative location of one place with respect to another place is referred to
as….
A stand
B relative distance
C location
D exact location
1.11.2 The economic sector and economic function that dominates in rural
settlements can be described as….
A linear settlement.
B dry point settlement.
C scattered settlement.
A circle
B cross
C semicircle
D star
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1.11.5 The land use zone model below can be identified as a multiple core model
because it has ....
A concentric zone
B many focal points
C many wedges points
D a focal point
1.11.6 The… refers to the number of people needed for a business to make a profit.
A threshold population
B sphere of influence
C range of goods
D urban hierarchy
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A star-shaped
B linearly formed.
C uniform.
D circular.
1.11.8. Urbanization refers to the…
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1.12.1 Refer to FIGURE 1.12.1 showing rural and urban settlements. Match
the statements below to settlement type (A or B). Write only the
letter next to the question numbers (1.12.1 to 1.12.7) in the ANSWER
BOOK
FIGURE 1.12: RURAL AND URBAN SETTLEMENTS
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A Nucleated
B Dispersed
C Linear
D Circular (7x1) 7
1.16 Match the statement / items in Column X with their terms /concept
in Column Y. Write only the correct letter next to the numbers
1.16.1 to 1.16.8.
COLUMN X COLUMN Y
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1.17 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
Choose the answer and write only the letter (A – D) next to the question
numbers. (1.17.1 to 1.17.7)
1.17.2 The choice of site for the location of a farm is influenced by…
A population size
B topography
C finance
D markets
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1.18 Choose the word/term from COLUMN B that completes the statement
in COLUMN A. Write only Y or Z next to the question numbers (1.18.1
to 1.18.7 ) in the ANSWER BOOK e.g. 1.18.8 Z.
COLUMN A COLUMN B
1.18.1 The process where people Y urbanization
move from urban areas to rural Z counter urbanisation
areas is known as …
1.18.2 The pace (speed) at which Y rate of urbanization
urbanization occurs is known as … Z level of urbanisation
1.18.3 The formless expansion of Y urban sprawl
urban areas is referred to as… Z natural growth
1.18.4 The process where the Y rural-urban migration
percentage of the population living in Z urbanisation
the urban areas increases is known
as …
1.18.5 The increase in the number of Y urban expansion
people in urban areas is known as Z urban growth
…
1.18.6 An urban settlement with Y specialized
one dominant function is called a … Z junction
town
1.18.7 A town that provides goods Y central place
and services to the surrounding rural Z gateway
population is known as a … town
(7x1) 7
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Question 2
2.1 Before selecting a site for his/her farm, a farmer will take various site
and situation factors into account.
2.1.1 Clearly distinguish between the terms site and situation (2x2)(4)
2.1.3 Name and discuss ONE other physical factor that a farmer will
consider when selecting a site for a farm. (2x2)(4)
2.2.2 What evidence in the photograph suggests that these are small-
scale farmers? (1x1) (1)
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2.2.3 Why can one say that these small-scale farmers are are farming
the land intensively? (1x2) (2)
2.2.4 The profit margin of the farmers in the photograph in FIGURE 2.2
will be low. Explain this statement. (2x2) (4)
2.3.2 Name the settlement pattern depicted in FIGURE 2.3. (1x1) (1)
2.3.3 Explain TWO physical (natural) factors that influenced the pattern (2x2) (4)
of this settlement.
(b) Name the main factor that has influenced the shape of the (1x1) (1)
settlement.
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(c) Comment on ONE advantage of this shape for the community. (1x1) (1)
2.4 Read the extract in FIGURE 2.3 referring to the effects of rural
depopulation
2.4.2. Quote TWO pieces of evidence from the passage that indicate the
social effects of rural depopulation. (2x1) (2)
(a) Suggest ONE possible reason why farms get bigger. (1x2) (2)
(b) Discuss how ‘bigger’ farms could increase rural depopulation. (1x2) (2)
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2.5 Study FIGURE 2.5 which shows the trend of rural population in South
Africa from 2004 to 2015
2.5.1 Comment on the trend from 2004 to 2015 in the graph regarding
people living in rural areas in South Africa. (1x1) (1)
2.5.2 What percentage of South Africans lived in rural areas in 2015? (1x1) (1)
2.5.3 Give a projected percentage for the South African rural population
in 2018. (1x2) (2)
2.5.4 What impact will the trend in QUESTION 2.5.1 have on rural areas
in the future? (2x2) (4)
2.5.5 If the trend in QUESTION 2.5.1 continues, South Africa might head
for food insecurity in the near future. In a paragraph of approximately
EIGHT lines, outline sustainable measures to ensure continued food
security. (4x2) (8)
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2.6 The increasing rate of rural-urban migration causes many problems for
rural and urban settlements.
2.6.3 How will rural-urban migration cause the economy of rural areas to
stagnate (stop growing)? (2x2) (4)
2.7 FIGURE 2.7 refers to water as a social justice issue in rural areas.
2.7.1 How was water transported in rural areas prior to the invention of
the water wheel shown in FIGURE 2.7. (1x1) (1)
2.7.2 How has the water wheel by Wello changed access to water in
rural areas? (1x2) (2)
2.7.3 What role can access to water in rural areas play in reducing
poverty? (1x2) (2)
2.7.4 Give a reason for the poor water infrastructure in rural areas in
South Africa. (1x2) (2)
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2.8 Read the extract from the State of the Nation Address (SONA) in
FIGURE 2.8 about rural settlement issues: land reform
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2.9 FIGURE 2.9 shows bar graphs indicating the level and rate of
urbanisation in South Africa between 2006 and 2016.
2.9.2 State the relationship between the level and the rate of
urbanisation between 2006 and 2016. (2x2) (4)
2.9.3 Discuss TWO physical factors in the rural area that could have
contributed to the rate of urbanisation shown in FIGURE 2.9. (2x2) (2)
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2.11.1 What term is given to line A showing shopping behaviour (1x1) (1)
patterns?
2.11.2 Differentiate between the terms sphere of influence and range. (2x2) (4)
2.11.3 Explain why a city would have a higher sphere of influence than a (1x2) (2)
town.
2.11.4 Give an example from FIGURE 2.11 for each of the following:
(a) A low order function that people will travel the shortest distance.
(b) A high order function that people will travel the longest distance. (2x1) (2)
2.11.5 Explain why people are not prepared to travel a greater distance (1x2) (2)
for convenience goods.
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(a) Determine the relationship between the threshold population and (1x2) (2)
the order of service.
(b) Explain the impact of locating a high order service in an area with (2x2) (4)
a low threshold population.
2.12.3 Indicate how the accessibility of land-use zone A impacts on the (1x1) (1)
morphology of the buildings.
(a) Why are the buildings in the transition zone poorly maintained (1x2) (2)
(b) Give a reason for the high land values in the transition zone. (1x2) (2)
2.12.6 Give TWO reasons for the location of the heavy industrial zone. (2x2) (4)
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(b) Compatibility (ability to live or exist together) determines the (2x2) (4)
location of land-use zones in an urban area. Give reasons why 5
and 6 are not compatible.
2.13.6 What are the similarities between the South African city and the (2x2) (4)
model identified in FIGURE 2.13
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2.14.2 State TWO urban land uses that are evident in the rural-urban (2x1) (2)
fringe (A)
2.14.3 Give TWO reasons why the rural-urban fringe is becoming more (2x2) (4)
urban in nature.
2.14.4Why is the rural-urban fringe an attractive location for the gated (2x1) (2)
community (secure neighbourhood with security guards and controlled
access)?
2.14.5 The demand for housing is growing rapidly and developers (2x2) (4)
are looking at the rural-urban fringe as a solution for the shortage of
building space. Suggest TWO possible objections to planned
housing developments in the rural-urban fringe
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2.15.1 What percentage of residents in South African cities live in (1x1) (1)
shacks
2.15.2 Give a reason for the dense clustering of shacks in informal (1x2) (2)
settlements
2.15.3 Outline TWO ways in which shack dwellers often show their (2x2) (4)
growing discontent (unhappiness) in South Africa.
2.15.4 Write a paragraph of approximately EIGHT lines and suggest why (4x2) (8)
people that live in informal settlements find it difficult to improve their
standard of living.
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2.16.1 According to the FIGURE 2.14, what percentage of the (1x1) (1)
population relies on public health care services?
2.16.2 Quote a statement from the extract about the state of health care (1x2) (2)
in the public sector.
2.16.3 Explain why the provision of quality health care in urban areas is (2x2) (4)
considered to be a social injustice.
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2.17.2 State TWO basic needs that people who live in most informal (2x1) (2)
settlements do not have any access to.
2.17.3 State TWO ways in which the appearance of informal settlements (2x1) (2)
differs from the appearance of formal settlements.
2.17.4 Explain how the people living in A can benefit from settlement B. (2x2) (4)
2.17.5 Discuss possible solutions that the local municipality can provide (2x2) (4)
to reduce the growth of settlement A.
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1.2.2 Which primary economic activity has shown the lowest growth rate during the
period 2010 to 2015?
1.2.3 Which economic activity is projected to show the lowest growth rate in 2018?
1.2.4 Name the tertiary activity that has the highest growth rate projected for 2018.
1.2.5 Into which economic sector would 'general government' be classified?
1.2.6 Which year shows the highest total GDP growth of all economic activities?
1.2.7 Calculate the GDP growth rate of finance, insurance and business services from
2016 to 2018.
(7 × 1) (7)
1.3 Refer to the graph below depicting the sector composition of the South African
economy in 2017.
Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. Choose the
answer and write only the letter (A–D) next to the question numbers (1.3.1 to 1.3.7) in the
ANSWER BOOK, e.g. 1.3.8 A.
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1.4 Refer to economic sectors. Match the statements below with the primary,
secondary or tertiary economic sectors. Write only the sector next to the question
numbers (1.4.1 to 1.4.7) in the ANSWER BOOK.
1.4.1 Mining is an example of this economic sector
1.4.2 This sector is concerned with the provision of services
1.4.3 The extraction of raw materials from the Earth's surface
1.4.4 Concerned with the processing of raw materials
1.4.5 The provision of electricity is an example of this sector
1.4.6 The manufacture of textiles, footwear and clothing
1.4.7 Contributes the least to the GDP of South Africa
(7 × 1) (7)
1.5 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following statements.
Choose the answer and write only the letter (A–D) next to the question numbers
(1.5.1 to 1.5.8) in the ANSWER BOOK, e.g. 1.5.9 D.
1.5.1 The economic sector associated with the provision of transport is referred to as
the … sector.
A Primary
B Secondary
C Tertiary
D Quaternary
1.5.2 The total value of all goods and services produced in one year within a country is
called the …
A Per capita income.
B Gross domestic product.
C Gross national product.
D Gross domestic income.
1.5.3 An example of an economic activity concerned with the extraction of raw material
is ...
A Transport.
B Construction.
C Mining.
D Research.
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1.6 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following statements.
Choose the answer and write only the letter (A–D) next to the question numbers
(1.6.1 to 1.6.7) in the ANSWER BOOK, e.g. 1.6.8 D.
1.6.1 ... is the staple food of many people in South Africa.
A Fruit
B Maize
C Wheat
D Beef
1.6.2 Agricultural activities are associated with the ... economic sector.
A Quaternary
B Secondary
C Tertiary
D Primary
1.6.3 … is when people in a country have access to enough nutritious food.
A Food insecurity
B Malnutrition
C Famine
D Food security
1.6.4 An advantage of genetically modified (GM) crops is that they ...
A Have less nutritional value.
B Produce more food per hectare.
C Have a shorter storage life.
D Are less expensive.
1.6.5 Monoculture is a characteristic of ... farming.
A Small-scale
B Traditional
C Large-scale
D Subsistence
1.6.6 Sugar cane farming is mainly practised in ...
A The Eastern Cape.
B The Western Cape.
C Kwazulu-Natal.
D North west.
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1.6.7 ... are factors that favour agricultural production in South Africa.
A Floods and climate change
B Research and climatic differences
C Crime and labour strikes
D Fluctuating prices and subsistence farming
(7 × 1) (7)
1.7 The photographs below show TWO types of farming. Match the descriptions in
QUESTION s 1.7.1 to 1.7.7 with the photograph A or B. Write only the letter, (A or
B) next to the question numbers (1.7.1 to 1.7.7) in the ANSWER BOOK, e.g. 1.7.8
B.
A B
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1.8 Refer to the inforgraphic below. Choose the correct word from those given in
brackets. Write only the word next to the question number (1.8.1–1.8.8) in the
ANSWER BOOK.
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1.9 Choose a term in COLUMN B that matches the description in COLUMN A. Write
only the letter (A–I) next to the question numbers (1.9.1 to 1.9.8) in the ANSWER
BOOK, e.g. 1.1.9 J.
COLUMN A COLUMB B
1.9.1 Exchange of goods and services between countries A transportation
network
1.9.2 Income generated by a country by means of exports B formal
1.9.3 Facilitates the movement of people, goods and C home market
information from one place to another
1.9.4 Refers to goods that are brought into the country D trade
1.9.5 Legally registered businesses E beneficiation
1.9.6 Also known as the domestic market F GDP
1.9.7 Total value of goods and services produced by a G foreign exchange
country per year
1.9.8 Value added to a raw material by means of processing H GNP
I Import
(8 × 1) (8)
1.10 Refer to the types of industries below and match the types of industries in the
diagram with the statements below.
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1.10.2. Industries that can be located anywhere and are not restricted by the location of
markets or raw materials
1.10.3 Industries that can be located anywhere without an effect from factors such as
resources or transport
1.10.4 Industries that process bulky raw materials
1.10.5. Industries located on the outskirts of the built-up areas because of noise and air
pollution
1.10..6 Industries located between the source of the raw material and the market
(customers)
1.10.7 Industries that occupy small spaces and can be located in the city centre
(7 × 1) (7)
1.11 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following statements.
Choose the answer and write only the letter (A–D) next to the question numbers
(1.11.1to 1.11.8) in the ANSWER BOOK, e.g. 1.11.1.( A)
1.11.1 The GDP is the total value of …
A Goods and services produced within a country in one year.
B Goods and services produced by permanent citizens in one
year.
C Exports that leave a country in one year.
D Imports that come into a country in one year.
1.11.2 The concept … is used to refer to products sold within South Africa
A Export market
B Import market
C Home market
D International market
1.11.3 Food security occurs when …
A There is a lack of food that gives rise to starvation.
B There is access to sufficient nutritious food.
C Farmers experience drought and crop diseases.
D Farmers produce sufficient food.
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A Trade agreement
B Balance of trade
C Local trade
D International trade
(8 × 1) (8)
1.12 Refer to the infographic below showing statistics on gold mining in January
2017.
GOLD MINING STATISTICS FOR 2017
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1.12.1. Name the province where the most gold is mined in South Africa.
1.12.2. Which gold mine in Gauteng produces the most gold per ounce (oz) in South
Africa?
1.12.3. Name the mining company that produced the most gold.
1.12.4. Name the country with the highest production of gold in the world.
1.12.5. What is the ranking of South Africa in terms of gold production in the world?
1.12.6 Determine the contribution that Africa made to the world's gold production in
January 2017.
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1.12.7. At the end of which year did South Africa’s gold production drop to its lowest
point?
1.12.8 Is the most recent production of gold in South Africa showing an increasing or
decreasing trend?
(8 × 1) (8)
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QUESTION 2
2.1 Refer to the table below about agricultural trade in South Africa
EXPORTS IMPORTS
Unprocessed Maize, sugar cane, Rice, wheat
Processed grapes Flour, breakfast cereal
Wine, syrup, mealie meal
[Adapted from News24 Wire]
2.1.1 Name an agricultural product that is exported in an unprocessed form (1 × 1) (1)
from South Africa
2.1.2 State the difference between an unprocessed and a processed (2 × 1) (2)
agricultural product.
2.1.3 What is the disadvantage of exporting unprocessed agricultural goods? (1 × 2) (2)
2.1.4 Give a physical factor that hinders agriculture as a future development (1 × 2) (2)
path for South Africa.
2.1.5 In a paragraph of approximately EIGHT lines, provide reasons for the (4 × 2) (8)
huge decline in the number of people employed in the agricultural
sector and the likely impact thereof on these people.
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https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-swaziland-2006-rural-farming-practices-and-problems-faced-by-subsistence-
59437237.html
2.2.2 What evidence in the photograph suggests that these are small-scale
farmers?
(1 × 1) (1)
2.2.3 Why can one say that these small-scale farmers are farming the land
intensively?
(1 × 2) (2)
2.2.4 The profit margin of the farmers in the photograph above will be low.
Explain this statement.
(2 × 2) (4)
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2.3 Read the extract on sugar cane farming below and answer the questions that follow
Sugar cane is grown along the KwaZulu-Natal coast due to the ideal climatic conditions in
this area. The industry is composed of 14 sugar mills, 12 of which are scattered from the
southern border of KwaZulu-Natal to its northern border. Most of the sugar cane supplied to
these mills (85%) is produced by over 20 711 small scale growers and 1 126 large scale
growers, the balance being supplied by the mill estates. The production of sugar cane on
communally held land has expanded significantly over the past 25 years. Many sugar mills
are located right next to a main arterial route.
[Adapted from http:\\www.saf.safsuger.co.za
and http://www.tikzn.co.za/open.php?page=Key_Sectors/Agriculture]
2.3.1 According to the case study, determine the number of large scale
growers of sugar cane in South Africa? (1 × 1) (1)
2.3.2 Differentiate between small scale and large scale farming (2 × 2) (4)
2.3.3 Discuss why the sugar mills are ideally located. (2 × 2) (4)
2.3.4 Explain how sugar cane farming has stimulated the economic
development of the province in of KwaZulu Natal. (4 × 2) (8)
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https://www.news24.com/citypress/business/sugar-industry-in-grip-of-a-bitter-crisis-
20190710
2.4.1 Determine SA’s sugar cane output for 2018/2019 as reflected in the
inforgraphic above. (1 × 1) (1)
2.4.2 Provide the size of land worked by small scale farmers for cane
production accoriding the above inforgraphic (1 × 1) (1)
2.4.3 Identify the province in the inforgraphic where most sugar mills are
located. (1 × 1) (1)
2.4.4 Explain TWO climatic conditions that make this part of the province
suitable for the cultivation of sugar cane. (2 × 2) (4)
2.4.5 The inforgraphic depicts (shows) a steep rise in sugar cane price per
ton in 2016/2017. Explain TWO possible factors responsible for this
trend. (2 × 2) (4)
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2.4.6 Use the inforgraphic above to discuss the contribution of sugar cane
industry to South African economy. (2 × 2) (4)
2.5 Read the extract below on food security in South African urban areas
South Africa's population is already more than 60% urbanised. Whereas food poverty has
historically been associated with rural communities, this is no longer the case. With
sustained urbanisation, the locus of poverty is now shifting from rural to urban areas in the
country. In addition, the recent sharp rise in food prices, coupled with an economic
downturn, all suggest that poor urban households are experiencing a widening food gap.
However, there is little empirical evidence that quantifies the prevalence of food insecurity
Source: Google
2.5.1 Define the term food insecurity (1 × 2) (2)
2.5.2 According to the extract, what has contributed to food insecurity in
South African urban areas? (2 × 1) (2)
2.5.3 Why is it important to improve food security in a country? (1 × 2) (2)
2.5.4 Why are people living in urban settlements more likely to have higher
levels of food security than those living in rural areas? (2 × 2) (4)
2.5.5 In a paragraph of approximately eight lines, outline strategies that
must be implemented to improve food security in South Africa. (4 × 2) (8)
2.6 Read the extract below on food security and answer the questions that follow
ENDING GLOBAL HUNGER
Toni Muir
As many as 795 million people around the world suffer under food insecurity. The majority
of these people live in developing countries. There are a lot of empty, rumbling bellies
mainly in the rural areas of Asia and Africa. 75% of the world's hungry live in rural areas.
50% of the small-scale farmers grow subsistence crops relying on family labour.
The good news, according to the United Nations World Food Programme, is that hunger is
a completely solvable problem.
[Source: SAWUBONA, September 2015]
2.6.1 Define the term food security (1 × 2) (2)
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2.6.2 According to the article, why does food insecurity affect mostly
people from South Asia and Africa? (1 × 1) (1)
2.6.3 Discuss TWO characteristics of subsistence farmers that make them
vulnerable (at risk) to food insecurity. (2 × 2) (4)
2.6.4 Provide solutions to reduce the problem of global hunger. (3 × 2) (6)
2.7 Below is the extract based on the instability at Mponeng’s mine. The instability
has had a negative impact on South Africa's GDP.
CARLETONVILLE MINERSʹ STRIKE
Mponeng owns a gold mine near Carletonville in Gauteng. A recent strike for increased
wages has led to a breakdown of trust between the union and workers. There has been
much violence and killing of workers over the past few months.
According to the Bench Marks Foundation, the benefits of mining are not reaching the
workers or the surrounding community. They claim that workers are exploited and
exposed to safety hazards such as falling rocks, dust, high noise levels and dangerous
fumes.
[Source: Adapted by examiner]
2.7.1 What initiated the Carletonville strike? (1 × 1) (1)
2.7.2 State TWO safety hazards that the miners are exposed to. (1 × 2) (2)
2.7.3 Besides industrial activities, discuss why the instability at Carletonville
mine will impact negatively on the GDP. (2 × 2) (4)
2.7.4 How can the owners of the Mponeng mine improve working conditions
at the mine? (2 × 2) (4)
2.7.5 Describe the factors that might have led to the development of
Mponeng gold mine. (2 × 2) (4)
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The South African mining and minerals industry has been the basis of the South
African economy for more than a century. Mining contributes approximately 17% to the
gross domestic product (GDP) of the country, both directly and indirectly.
The South African mining sector faces significant challenges under the current
downturn in commodity prices. Gold markets are affected. The increase in input costs,
such as labour and direct and indirect energy-related costs, coupled with lower
productivity levels, has impacted negatively on the sector.
While there have been improvements in mining along the way, it is still very reliant on
traditional methods of extraction, which are labour-intensive and costly, and have
elements of risk to employees' safety and health.
[Source: google]
2.8.1 Give TWO reasons in the extract for the decrease in the
contribution of mining to the GDP. (2 × 1) (2)
2.8.2 State ONE physical factor that could endanger a miner's life below
surface. (1 × 2) (2)
2.8.3 Discuss TWO possible reasons for the increasing input costs of
labour. (2 × 2) (4)
2.8.4 Write a paragraph of approximately EIGHT lines and discuss the
direct and indirect contribution of mining to the GDP of South
Africa. (4 × 2) (8)
2.9 In terms of the contribution of mining to a country's GDP, South Africa is ranked
fifth in the world.
Source: Google
2.9.1 Why is mining considered to be a primary activity? (1 × 1) (1)
2.9.2 Which mineral contributes the most to South Africa's GDP? (1 × 1) (1)
2.9.3 Discuss TWO physical factors that promote mining in South Africa.
(2 × 2) (4)
2.9.4 Suggest ONE way in which South Africa can address labour
issues, in order to improve its world ranking. (1 × 2) (2)
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2.10 Refer to the extract below showing statistics on gold mining in South Africa.
FACTS ON GOLD MINING
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2.11 Refer to the figure below and study the information on the PWV (Gauteng) Industrial
Region.
2.11.1 Which of the urban settlements in the PWV (Gauteng) Industrial Region
shown in the FIGURE started out as a gold mining settlement?
(1 × 1) (1)
2.11.2 Quote TWO statistics from FIGURE above, which indicates that the PWV
(Gauteng) Industrial Region is the economic heartland of South Africa. (2 × 1) (1)
2.11.3 Discuss TWO factors that have favoured the development of industries
in the PWV (Gauteng) Industrial Region. (2 × 2) (4)
2.11.4 The PWV (Gauteng) Industrial Region faces many challenges, including high levels of
unemployment and water shortages.
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2.12 Read the extract BELOW based on the PWV/Gauteng Industrial Region
2.12.1 Quote evidence from the article to support the statement that the
PWV/Gauteng Industrial Region is a core industrial region.
(2 × 1) (2)
2.12.2 Discuss ONE factor that has contributed to the PWV/Gauteng Industrial
Region being a preferred destination for international investors.
(2 × 2) (4)
(4 × 2) (8)
2.13. Refer to the cartoon below showing the role of international trade in the South African
economy.
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2.13.2 Name the product that is being imported into South Africa in large
quantities.
(1 × 1) (1)
2.13.4 Explain why the cartoon suggests that the fight cannot be nice, clean and
fair.
(1 × 2) (2)
2.13.5 Name ONE way in which cheap imports negatively impact on the GDP of
South Africa.
(1 × 2) (2)
2.13.6 Why are cheap imports allowed into South Africa despite its negative
impact on the economy of South Africa?
(2 × 2) (4)
2.14 Refer to the extract below which is an article about the Durban-Pinetown
Industrial Region.
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2.14.2 Quote evidence from the passage to show that secondary economic
activities make a big contribution to the GDP.
(1 × 1) (1)
2.14.3 Which word in the article describes the significant role of the
manufacturing sector in KwaZulu-Natal's economic growth?
(1 × 1) (1)
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2.15 Refer to the case study below showing the role of international trade in economic
development.
2.15.1 Quote from the extract why international trade is growing rapidly. (2 × 1) (2)
2.15.3 Explain how distance from major trading partners restricts South Africa
from competing in world markets.
(2 × 2) (4)
2.15.4 Explain how international trade can limit local production in a country. (2 × 2) (4)
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Many South Africans are unemployed. Foreigners come to South Africa seeking a better life,
but they struggle to find employment. Car guarding, therefore, is an opportunity through which
many people may be able to earn at least some income.
Profile of a car guard
• Average age: 38
[Source: Examining car guarding as a livelihood in the informal sector, article in Local
Economy, September 2017]
2.17.1 Why do car guards fall within the informal sector? (1 × 2) (2)
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According to the graph, what is the greatest risk and challenge for
car guards?
2.17.2 (1 × 1) (1)
2.17.4 Give reasons why the number of car guards increased in Durban
areas over the last few years.
(2 × 2) (4)
2.17.5 What can be done by the local government to improve the working
conditions of south Africans and foreigners in the informal sector?
(3 × 2) (6)
2.18.2 What evidence in the cartoon indicates that the minister is not in
favour of the informal sector?
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(1 × 1) (1)
2.18.3 Suggest a possible reason for a minister not wanting informal street
trading taking place.
(1 × 1) (1)
2.18.4 Give TWO reasons why the informal sector is important for the
informal trader.
(2 × 2) (4)
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2.19.2 How many people in South Africa are involved in the informal retail
sector?
(1 × 1) (1)
2.19.3 Quote evidence from the extract to suggest that the informal sector
is a much easier option to gain employment.
(1 × 1) (1)
2.19.4 According to the extract, why are so many women employed in the
informal sector?
(2 × 2) (4)
(4 × 2) (8)
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2.20.2 What is the total worth of the South African food market? (1 × 1) (1)
2.20.5 Give TWO reasons for the high turnover (amount of goods sold)
that spaza outlets in townships experience.
(2 × 2) (4)
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2.21.2 State a reason why the contribution of the informal sector to the
GDP is estimated at 29%.
(1 × 2) (2)
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2.22.1 Why did the Metrorail security guards burn down hawkers
stalls?
(1 × 1) (1)
2.22.5 Suggest TWO ways in which informal traders could be assisted. (2 × 2) (4)
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2.22.6 Evaluate why the South African government should encourage (2 × 2) (4)
Informal trading in future.
2.23. Refer to the case study below and answer the question that follow.
In July 1996 the governments of Mozambique and South Africa signed a bilateral
agreement for the development of the Maputo corridor. The N4national highway was the
first major infrastructure project to be completed after the implementation of the agreement.
The N4 stretches from close to South Africa’s boarder with Botswana to Maputo in
Mozambique via Pretoria. It provides a world-class road route between the three countries.
The N4 is a toll road and is maintained by a company called TRAC.
2.23.1 Besides Gauteng, name other TWO South African provinces that
will benefit from the Maputo corridor.
(2 × 1) (2)
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2.23.4 If you were and industrialist, where would you put your light industry
and heavy industry?
(2 × 1) (2)
2.23.5 Provide reasons for your choices in question 2.23.3 above. (2 × 2) (4)
2.23.6 Discuss TWO benefits of locating a business in the Maputo corridor. (2 × 2) (4)
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The Maputo Development Corridor (MDC) is the largest and most successful
development corridor initiative in Southern Africa. It is the result of a bilateral
agreement between the government of South Africa and Mozambique. The MDC links
Gauteng and Mpumalanga with the port of Maputo in Mozambique. The MDC is a
transport corridor. It extends over a distance of 600 kilometres. It comprises roads,
rail, border posts, port, and terminal facilities. The Corridor runs through the most
highly and productive regions of South Africa.
One hundred and thirty investment opportunities have been identified within the MDC.
These include the provision of infrastructure, agriculture, mining, energy, chemicals,
tourism and manufacturing sectors. The key infrastructure projects are the N4 Maputo
Corridor tool road, the upgrading of the railway line from Ressano Garcia to Maputo,
upgrading of the Maputo Port, the dredging of the harbour and telecommunications.
The transport route through the MDC offers Gauteng, the industrial heart of South
Africa, the shortest link to an export harbour.
● To promote trade
● Job creation
● Skills development
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2.24.3 What was the main reason for the establishment of the Maputo
Development Corridor?
(1 × 1) (1)
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2.25.3 Which other African country that will benefit from the Maputo
Corridor besides South Africa and Mozambique?
(1 x 1) (1)
2.25.4 Some businesses might prefer to use the railway than the road.
Suggest a possible reason for that.
(1 x 2) (2)
2.26 Refer to the photographs below which shows Dube Trade Port IDZ
www.dubetradeport.co.za
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2.27 Read the case study below based on Dube Trade Port IDZ and Durban
Pinetown Industrial region
'The Dube Trade Port is set to be a major logistics platform for Southern Africa, as the
Port of Durban provides connectivity to 53 international destinations and access to
local distribution networks,' said President Jacob Zuma.
The President launched the state-of-the-art (very modern) multibillion rand cargo
terminal, trade zone, agriculture zone (the largest climate-controlled glass-covered
growing area in Africa) and IT and telecommunication platform at
La Mercy, KwaZulu-Natal.
Located between the two largest seaports in the Southern Hemisphere, Durban and
Richards Bay, the Dube Trade Port has huge potential to boost economic growth and
job creation in the province. KwaZulu-Natal premier, Zweli Mkhize, also speaking at
the launch, said the Dube Trade Port would greatly expand the province's import and
export capacity.
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(2 x 2) (4)
(4 x 2) (8)
QUESTION 3
3.1 The questions below are based on the 1: 50 000 topographical map (2329 BB
LOUIS TRICHARDT) and a 2329 BB 04 ORTHOPHOTO MAP of the mapped
area. Various options are provided as possible answers to the following
questions. Choose the answer and write only the letter (A-D) in the block next
to each question.
3.1.1 The dominant economic activity covering the north of the mapped area on
the topographical map is...
A crop farming
B forestry
C mining
D quarrying
3.1.2 The diggings in block F3 on the topographical map is part of the...sector.
A primary
B secondary
C tertiary
D quaternary
3.1.3 The communication towers in block G4 of the topographical map is typically
of the…sector.
A primary
B secondary
C tertiary
D quaternary
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3.1.4 1.1.4. The silos (block F10/G10) on the topographical map fall under
the...activity.
A primary
B secondary
C tertiary
D quaternary
(4 × 1) (4)
3.2 The questions below are based on the 1: 50 000 topographical map (3224 BC
GRAAFF REINET (SOUTH) and a 3224 BC 01 ORTHOPHOTO MAP of the
mapped area. Various options are provided as possible answers to the
following questions. Choose the answer and write only the letter (A-D) in the
block next to each question.
3.2.1 Crop farming in blocks F9/10 and G9/10 is restricted by...
A air pollution
B drought
C soil erosion
D steep slopes
3.2.2 Farming at Zonnebloem (block H6/7 and J6/7) is typically large scale due
to...
A Variety of water supplies
B nearest manufacturing industry
C mixed farming
D fertile soils
3.2.3 The landing strip in block F8 enhances transport in the...sector
A primary
B secondary
C tertiary
D quaternary
3.2.4 Graaff Reinet is a town which is known for...
A mining
B fishing
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C tourism
D education
(4 × 1) (4)
3.4 The questions below are based on the 1: 50 000 topographical map (2329
BB LOUIS TRICHARDT) and a 2329 BB 04 ORTHOPHOTO MAP of the
mapped area.
3.4.1 Discuss how the main road (522) supports forestry in the north
part of the mapped area of the topographical map.
(2 × 2) (4)
3.4.2 Is the industry in block H10 and J10 on the topographical map a
raw material orientated or market oriented? Give a reason for
your answer. (1 + 2) (3)
3.4.3 3.1.3 Explain how the transportation network promotes the (2 × 2) (4)
functioning of the heavy industry in block H10/J10.
3.5 The questions below are based on the 1: 50 000 topographical map (3224 BC
GRAAFF REINET (SOUTH) and a 3224 BC 01 ORTHOPHOTO MAP of the
mapped area.
3.5.1 Identify and explain the environmental injustice taking place in
block F9/10 and G9/10 of the topographical map.
(1 + 2) (3)
3.5.2 Discuss the impact that the construction of the national road (2 × 2) (4)
(N9) has had on the economic development of Graaff Reinet
(SOUTH).
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