Term 1 exemplar language test memo


Comprehension 1 He went from being an unknown Soweto resident to an international celebrity.


2 “Madondo is one of 45 000 nominees from more than 100 countries” 3.1 It creates a compound word. 3.2 It is an adjective.


4 Candidate’s own response. Could be: flattered


5 He is a deserving finalist as he has done so much work with disadvantaged children, providing meals, after-care, support with school fees and tutoring. He deserves to be acknowledged for his extraordinary efforts.


6 He grew up in a one-room shack with seven siblings. His family was extremely poor and he had to wash cars in order to pay school fees.


7 Learners’ own response but should show an understanding that through education one can better oneself and break the cycle of poverty.


8 “emulate” 9 He made peace, which is the most important thing, and has a sense of humour.


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[15] Language


1 They are both happy and excited. Jimmy is running and smiling broadly. Mandla is smiling and happy. Their smiles are wide and they are excited. Mandla is also pointing to his weapon.


2.1 The text is in bold as he is shouting angrily. There are several exclamation marks and a question mark and he uses the word “heck”.


2.2 His arms are out, his mouth is open as he is shouting and his eyes are bulging. He is sweating. 3.1 He is embarrassed.


3.2 “my mom won’t let me play” 4.1 figurative.


4.2 He can’t handle Mandla’s answer and is shocked and amazed that Mandla has just said what he has said. He doesn’t feel that Mandla is literally killing him. 5 To treat someone or something for a worm infestation


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[15] TOTAL: 30


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