Question 1   Choose one topic out of six only and resp…

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 [30]  

INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION: 1. This question paper c…

INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION: 1. This question paper consists of THREE sections: SECTION A: Creative writing: Essay (50) SECTION B: Longer transactional writing (30) SECTION C: Shorter transactional writing (20) 2. Answer ALL questions in this paper. 3. Read ALL the instructions carefully. 4. Write in the language in which you are being assessed. 5. You must plan (e.g. using a mind map/diagram/flow chart/key words), edit and proofread your work. All planning must be clearly indicated as such. 6. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper. 7. Give each response a suitable title/heading. 8. The title/heading must NOT be considered when doing a word count. 9. Write neatly and legibly. 10. Plagiarism will result in an immediate 0.

2.1 We all have things that we look forward to in life: ho…

2.1 We all have things that we look forward to in life: holidays, sports matches, or even a birthday party. Write a DESCRIPTIVE essay about a time when you felt a great deal of excitement about an upcoming event. Remember to include a title for your essay. (30)   OR   2.2 Read the following quote and then write an ARGUMENTATIVE essay arguing whether you agree or disagree with the statement. “Some animals are more caring than some humans.” – Anonymous Title your essay accordingly. (30)   OR   2.3 Write a NARRATIVE essay with the following title: ‘Courage like a Lion’ (30)   OR   2.4 The image below may invoke some feeling in you. Study the image carefully and then write a DESCRIPTIVE, ARGUMENTATIVE or NARRATIVE essay related to the picture. Remember to include a title for your essay. (30)   Right click on the button below to access the image.         OR   2.5 The image below may invoke some feeling in you. Study the image carefully and then write a DESCRIPTIVE or NARRATIVE essay related to the picture. Remember to include a title for your essay. (30)   Right click on the button below to access the image.      

2.1 We all have things that we look forward to in life: ho…

2.1 We all have things that we look forward to in life: holidays, sports matches, or even a birthday party. Write a DESCRIPTIVE essay about a time when you felt a great deal of excitement about an upcoming event. Remember to include a title for your essay. (30)   OR   2.2 Read the following quote and then write an ARGUMENTATIVE essay arguing whether you agree or disagree with the statement. “Some animals are more caring than some humans.” – Anonymous Title your essay accordingly. (30)   OR   2.3 Write a NARRATIVE essay with the following title: ‘Courage like a Lion’ (30)   OR   2.4 The image below may invoke some feeling in you. Study the image carefully and then write a DESCRIPTIVE, ARGUMENTATIVE or NARRATIVE essay related to the picture. Remember to include a title for your essay. (30)   Right click on the button below to access the image.         OR   2.5 The image below may invoke some feeling in you. Study the image carefully and then write a DESCRIPTIVE or NARRATIVE essay related to the picture. Remember to include a title for your essay. (30)   Right click on the button below to access the image.