MOPANI EAST DISTRICT
GRADE 9
2024
MID YEAR EXAMINATION
ENGLISH HOME LANGUAGE
TASK 5
MAY/JUNE 2024
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MARKS: 70 TIME: 2 HOURS
MARKING GUIDELINE
This memorandum consists of 8 pages.
EngHL: Task 5 Mopani East May/June Exams 2024
INSTRUCTIONS TO MARKERS
Marking the comprehension:
Because the focus is on understanding, incorrect spelling and language errors
in longer responses should not be penalised unless such errors change the
meaning/understanding.
If a candidate uses words from a language other than the one being examined,
disregard those words, and if the answer still makes sense, do not penalise.
However, if a word from another language is used in a text and required in an
answer, this will be accepted.
For open-ended questions, no marks should be awarded for YES/NO or I
AGREE/I DISAGREE. The reason/substantiation/motivation is what should be
considered.
When one-word answers are required and the candidate gives a whole
sentence, mark correct provided that the correct word is
corrected/underlined/highlighted.
When two/three facts/points are required and a range is given, mark only the
first two/three.
Accept dialectal variations.
For multiple-choice questions, accept BOTH the letter corresponding to the
correct answer AND/OR the answer written out in full.
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EngHL: Task 5 Mopani East May/June Exams 2024
SECTION A: COMPREHENSION
QUESTION 1: READING FOR MEANING AND UNDERSTANDING
1.1 stops/ fights/ resists/ attacks/ defies/ halts✔
[Accept suitable synonyms.] (1)
1.2 To live a fruitful life means to be productive/ thrive/ be successful/
enjoy the luxuries/live a healthy and wealthy life. ✔ A rugby player who
wants to become a springbok works hard physically and mentally to
attain his goal (fruit). ✔
[Credit cogent responses.] (2)
1.3 The tone is serious/ grave/ humourless/ honest/ depressing✔
[Accept suitable synonyms.]
The words “concern” and “dreary” reveal that finances are important
and no joke. ✔/ The writer speaks about finances which is a serious
matter as we depend on money for survival. ✔ (2)
1.4 B – inactive (1)
1.5 The writer wants to bring our attention to what is being said. ✔ /
He is highlighting the solution to stress, which is what the focus is. ✔/
He is emphasising that physical fitness has been proven to reduce
stress. ✔ (1)
1.6 Previously, rest/ recreation was dismissed as people being lazy and
seen as a luxury which was unproductive. ✔ Whereas today it is seen as
a vital part of life which must be done regularly to maintain a healthy
mental state. ✔ (2)
1.7 Mental health is seen to be just as important as physical heath. ✔/
Mental health is not being treated with the same earnest as physical
health. ✔ (1)
1.8 It helps people in stressful situations. / It helps people to recover from bad
experiences. / It helps people to recover quickly. / It helps people become
productive, self-respecting and respected. ✔✔
[Accept any TWO] (2)
1.9 YES
Mentally healthy people are more productive✔ in the workplace which benefits
the profit of a company. ✔
NO
People’s health is their own responsibility. It they want to be happy ✔they
should take care of themselves and not have to depend on others. ✔
[Credit alternative, logical responses.] (2)
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1.10 Annual medical check-ups/ healthy food/ physical exertive activities/ seminars
to enhance mental training/ annual dinners. ✔✔
[Accept and TWO options.] (2)
1.11 The writer’s message is that different behaviours are accepted ✔and the
needs of different ages are catered for. ✔ (2)
1.12 Changes/ improvement ✔of electronical /mechanical devices. ✔
[Accept valid alternatives.] (2)
1.13 YES
The writer encourages us to be more active. / He/she also provides the
solution to stress which is physical fitness. / The pronouns ‘we’ and ‘us’
creates a united, positive front. / The conclusion is short. / The conclusion
links to the introduction. ✔✔
[Accept any TWO reasons.]
NO
[Although unlikely, accept logical responses on merit.] (2)
1.14 The quotation marks indicate that the word is not an English word; it
is a word from a different language. ✔ (1)
1.15 YES
TEXT A advises that physical fitness can release stress which betters a
person’s mental health. ✔
TEXT B is an illustration of how to reduce stress, of which one of the ways is
to exercise (physical fitness). ✔
NO
TEXT A is about how physical fitness and recreation can improve stress
levels which is good for your mental health. ✔
Whereas TEXT B includes eating healthy, sleeping enough, drinking water
and making a task list to reduce stress– which are not included in TEXT A. ✔
[Accept mixed responses.]
TOTAL SECTION A [25]
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SECTION B: VISUAL LITERACY
QUESTION 2: CARTOON
2.1 School✔/ School corridor in front of lockers. ✔ (1)
2.2 VISUAL: body leaning forward/ arm extended out/ smiling whist
threatening/ pointed finger at Calvin. ✔
VERBAL: threatening words – “mat burns” and “skin grafts”/
derogatory name-calling “twinky”/ exclamation mark (!) exerts
an intimidating, aggressive tone. ✔ (2)
2.3 In frame 3 Calvin is scared/ afraid/ worried✔ and in frame 4 he is angry/
annoyed/ upset. ✔ (2)
2.4 The cartoonist is highlighting Calvin’s feeling of anxiety/ panic. / The focus is
on Calvin’s stress and his reaction of fear. ✔ (1)
2.5 PE ✔ (1)
QUESTION 3: ADVERTISEMENT
3.1 The shoes have been placed in a way to represent human lungs. ✔
Our lungs keep us alive (breathing). After buying the shoes, you will be
exercising which strengthens your lungs and keeps you breathing
(alive) ✔. (2)
3.2 The shoes are being photographed at a police station for ‘speeding too fast’
which can cause someone to die. ✔ The advertiser implies that the shoes will
increase your speed. ✔ (2)
3.3 TEXT D – light background represents life ‘alive’/ energetic atmosphere. ✔
TEXT E – dark background entices a serious atmosphere and slots in with
the word ‘kills’. ✔ (2)
3.4 Full stop ✔
It gives finality and impact ✔to the words/ and brings a harsh, aggressive tone
✔/which gives a sense of power and strength✔ to the shoes which have been
cautioned against. (2)
TOTAL SECTION B (15)
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SECTION C: SUMMARY
QUESTION 3: SUMMARISING IN YOUR OWN WORDS
QUOTATIONS OWN WORDS / POINTS
“…prevent excess weight…help keep Exercise helps one to lose weight/
1 1
off lost weight.” keep off lost weight.
It keeps the blood flowing which
“…keeps blood flowing…lowers risk
2 2 lowers the risk of cardiovascular
cardiovascular diseases.”
diseases.
“…help improve cognitive
Improves cognitive function as well as
3 function…helps lower the risk of 3
lowers the chance of death.
death…”
“…stimulates brain chemicals….leave
Triggers chemicals in the brain which
4 you feeling happier/ relaxed/ less 4
make you feel relaxed.
anxious.”
“…feel better about your appearance Helps people feel better about their
5 and yourself….boosts self- 5 looks which boosts confidence and
confidence/ self-esteem.” self-esteem.
“…improve your muscle Improves muscle tone which results
6 strength…your endurance.””…more 6 in better endurance and higher
energy.” energy levels.
“…help you fall asleep…get better Assists in falling asleep, getting better
7 7
sleep…deepen your sleep.” and deeper sleep.
Physical fitness brings you peace and
“…chance to unwind, enjoy the
8 8 give you an opportunity to enjoy the
outdoors…make you happy.”
outdoors.
Provides an opportunity to spend time
9 “…connect with family or friends… .” 9
with family and friends.
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Marking the summary
Marking is on the basis of the inclusion of valid material and the exclusion of invalid
material. Accept BOTH paragraph and point-form formats.
The summary should be marked as follows:
● Mark allocation:
o 7 marks for 7 points (1 mark per main point)
o 3 marks for language
o Total marks: 10
● Distribution of language marks when candidate has not quoted verbatim:
o 1-3 points correct: award 1 mark
o 4-5 points correct: award 2 marks
o 6-7 points correct: award 3 marks
● Distribution of language marks when candidate has quoted verbatim:
o 6-7 quotations: award no language mark
o 1-5 quotations: award 1 language mark
NOTE:
● Word Count:
Markers are required to verify the number of words used.
Do not deduct any marks if the candidate fails to indicate the number of words used,
or if the number of words is indicated incorrectly. If the word limit is exceeded, read up
to the last sentence above the stipulated upper limit and ignore the rest of the
summary.
TOTAL SECTION C: (10)
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SECTION D: LANGUAGE STRUCTURES AND CONVENTIONS
QUESTION 5: LANGUAGE
5.1.1 figuratively✔ (1)
5.1.2 It is up to you to make the next move. ✔ (1)
5.2 children/ youngsters✔ (1)
5.3 Indicates additional information✔
Parenthesis (brackets)/ commas✔ (2)
5.4 participant/ participation✔ (1)
5.5 Dr Sally Drew said ✔that kids made✔ friends when they played ✔a team
sport. (3)
5.6 children✔ (1)
5.7 “Kids who is…” should be “Kids who are” ✔ (1)
5.8 unafraid✔ (1)
5.9 The goal will be✔ to prevent your child from feeling frustrated. (1)
5.10 SUBJECT - Kids✔
VERB - playing✔
OBJECT – sport✔ (3)
5.11 Self-confidence in teenagers is built ✔ by exercising daily. ✔ (2)
5.12 environment✔ (1)
5.13 you will✔ (1)
TOTAL SECTION D: 20
GRAND TOTAL: 70
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