Complete the following sentences by using the words provided in the list below. Write down only the word(s) next to the appropiate letter.    

1950s; 1930s; Industrial Revolution; Great Depression; America; Maycomb; age; race 

At this point in the novel, Scout and Jem choose not to go near the Radley house. What does this tell you about them? State TWO points.  

In lines 17–18, we are told that the Radleys are different from the other people of Maycomb. State TWO ways in which they are different.  

Later, the children try in various ways to make Boo come out. Why do they try to make Boo come out? 

Why do you think Boo Radley can be regarded as a mockingbird? Discuss your view. 

Briefly state TWO events that lead to the newspaper article Scout is reading. 

In line 4, the narrator says that her father 'fought for' Tom 'all the way'. What does she mean by this? State TWO points. 

Explain why the name Ewell gives Scout a 'queasy feeling' in line 8? 

In line 12, Mr Ewell says, 'it made one down and about two more to go'. 

Who are the two people referred to in this line?   

In lines 13–14, Jem tells Scout not to tell Atticus what Bob said. Do you think that it was a good idea not to tell? Discuss your view. 

After reading this novel, what do you think should be the qualities of a person serving on a jury? 

In the novel, Lord of the Flies, good and evil are illustrated in various ways.

Write an essay in which you discuss this statement.

In your essay, you may consider the following points, among others:

• Ralph and Jack


• The conch


• The beast

Length: 250–300 words

Describe Jack's attitude towards Ralph when they first meet.    

How do the boys conclude that they are on a deserted island? State THREE points. 

Explain Jack's action and the symbolism of this action in line 1 of the extract.  

In line 7, the group of little boys is 'urging' the boy with the birthmark forward. What does the action of the little boys tell you about their feelings? State TWO points.  

Why is the boy's face described as being 'blotted out' by the birthmark in line 9?  

In line 18, Piggy argues that the little boy must be given the conch.
What TWO facts do we learn about Piggy in this line?  

Describe your feelings about the little boy who is crying in this extract.  

The older boys try to prevent the little boy from expressing himself freely. Do you think it is important for people to be free to express themselves? Discuss your view.  

Complete the following sentences by using the words provided in the list below. Write down only the word next to the appropiate letter.

disappearance; rescue; forest; cave; destroy; death; hunt; save    

After Piggy's (a) ..., Jack's tribe decides to (b) ... Ralph. They try to smoke him out of the (c) ... but they (d) ... part of the island in the process.  

Why was it necessary for Ralph and Piggy to go to Castle Rock?
State TWO points.  

Which TWO of Jack's characteristics are shown in line 7 ('See? See? That's what you'll get!')? 

Describe how Jack feels about the destruction of the conch. Give a reason for your answer.  

How do we know, from this extract, that Jack has an evil influence on the boys in his tribe? 

Why are the boys' faces described as 'anonymous' in line 16?    

Do you think the behaviour of Jack's tribe in this extract is believable? Discuss your view.  

Discuss your feelings towards Ralph after he is attacked by Jack's tribe. 

Complete the following sentences by using the words provided in the list below. Write down only the words next to the appropiate letter.

Thabai; Wajir; Uhuru; shamba; Mau-Mau; Kikuyu; Gakaraku; Rika 

The name of Mugo's village is (a) ... A strip of land where food is grown is called a (b) ... The (c) ... was an armed struggle against British rule. They fought for independence called (d) ... in Kenya. 

When Mugo remembers the words of the delegates in lines 3–4, it feels like a nightmare. Explain why he feels this way. 

Give TWO reasons why Mugo has been asked to speak at the freedom celebrations. 

Why do Mugo's thoughts in lines 12–17 seem so confused ('Yes ... they want ... speech ... speak ... words ...')? 

What TWO facts do you learn about Mugo in lines 14–15 ('Ha! ha! ha! ... told them lies upon lies')?  

Discuss your feelings towards Mugo in this extract.    

The novel shows the negative effect of keeping secrets in relationships. Give your views on keeping secrets from people close to you.  

Briefly relate the events that lead to Gikonyo being in hospital.
State THREE points.  

The stool that Gikonyo wants to carve is described in detail in lines 7–11. 

State TWO things that the 'hard lines' on the faces of the man and woman represent.  

In line 9, his right hand links with that of a woman. What does this represent?  

How does Gikonyo plan to show that he will accept Mumbi's child? 

Describe how Gikonyo feels when Mumbi does not visit him.    

In the novel, Mugo confesses to betraying Kihika. Do you think Mugo's confession has any effect on Gikonyo regarding his feelings for Mumbi? Discuss your view.  

One of the main ideas in the novel is forgiveness. Discuss your views on forgiveness in relationships. 

In line 13 Juliet refers to a messenger she will send to Romeo.
Explain why Juliet sends this person to Romeo.  

In lines 18 and 20 the word 'still' has been repeated three times. Why has this word been repeated? 

Why does Romeo refer to his enemy's home as his own home in line 21?  

Why is it strange that Romeo is so obsessed with Juliet at this point?
Give TWO reasons for your answer.  

Why does Romeo compare himself to a prisoner in line 25? State TWO points.  

Do you think that Romeo and Juliet's love would have lasted, if they had not died so tragically? Discuss your view. 

For the following questions, match the name with the description.

Tybalt

Verona

Escalus

Mantua

Earlier in the play Romeo is upset when he visits the Friar. Explain why he is so upset.  

Give TWO reasons why Juliet chooses to go to the Friar for help.    

The Friar plans to help Juliet.

 State TWO ways in which the Friar plans to help Juliet. 

Do you think the Friar was wise in helping her in this way? Discuss your view. 

State TWO ways in which Juliet could have solved her problem herself.  

Explain what Juliet means in line 12, 'God joined my ... than my hands'.  

Do you think Juliet behaves in a mature way at the end of the play? Discuss your view. 

For the following questions, match the term with the description.

Activist    

Amnesty    

The Struggle    

What do lines 1–3 of this extract tell you about the kind of person Thando is? Give a reason for your answer. (2) 

Explain why Sipho is upset when they arrive at the airport. State THREE points.  

Give TWO reasons why Thando refers to her mother as a 'mystery' in line 15. 

Do you think Thando is justified in asking all these questions about Mandisa, Themba and her mother in this extract? Discuss your view. 

What is Sipho's attitude in line 18 when he says, 'Who'?    

Explain why Mandisa wants to take Thando to Johannesburg AND London. 

If you were the stage director, what TWO things would you tell Mandisa to do when she says, 'That's rubbish. I don't want to take her away from you', in line 3?  

In line 5, Sipho says, 'The taking never stops.' State TWO examples in the play when this happens to Sipho.  

Give TWO reasons why Thando says (in line 7) that she does not know what Sipho is talking about.  

What TWO facts do we learn about Themba in lines 9–12 ('I am a ... before his own')? 

Quote a line that supports the idea that Sipho was concerned about what Themba thought of him. 

Why was Sipho not appointed as the Chief Librarian?    

Do you think Mandisa's behaviour towards her uncle in this extract is acceptable? Discuss your view. 

Sibling rivalry is one of the themes in this drama. Discuss your views on sibling rivalry. 

Complete the following sentences by filling in the missing words. Write down only the word(s) next to the appropiate letter.

The man is being pushed in a (a) ... by his (b) ... He spends much time (c) ... in the garden. Sometimes he thinks about the (d) ... he lost. 

How do you know that the lady is not good at pushing the man around?  

The man does not complain about how the lady pushes him. What does this tell you about him? State TWO points. 

Using your own words, briefly describe how the man feels about his loss. State TWO points. 

In your view, should the man keep quiet about how he feels regarding his loss? Give a reason for your answer. 

Who does the man think is responsible for the locust's injury?    

Do you think he is being serious when he suggests that the lady should wheel the locust around? Explain your answer.  

What point is the man making in his statement in lines 5–6 when he says, 'I'm sure the ... being kept active'.  

Why does his mood change in this way?    

Consider the story as a whole. The lady experiences mixed feelings towards the locust. What are these feelings?  

Do you admire the lady? Discuss your view.    

The main theme of the story is about coming to terms with one's disability. How can disabled people be helped to come to terms with their loss? Discuss your view stating at least TWO points.  

Complete the following sentences by using the words provided in the list below. Write down only the word next to the appropiate number.

In your own words, explain what the words 'weighed-down head' in line 3 show about the girl. 

Why does the speaker refer to the stunted boy as an 'unlucky heir' in line 4?    

Using your own words, state TWO things that are displayed on the classroom walls. 

Explain what the speaker means in line 14 when he says that the children's future is 'painted with a fog'. State TWO points. 

Is the following statement TRUE or FALSE? Give a reason for your answer.
The speaker feels the map is a valuable resource in the classroom. 

This poem was written about a school in England. Is it relevant in South Africa today? Give a reason for your answer. 

Complete the following sentences by using the words provided in the list below. Write down only the words next to the appropiate number.

In lines 3–4, the speaker says that Death does not kill anyone. Give TWO reasons why he feels this way. 

Identify the sound device used in line 6.    

Identify the speaker's tone in lines 13–14.    

In the last line, the speaker says that Death will die. Explain what is unusual about this statement. 

Do you agree with the speaker's view that death does not really kill anyone? Discuss your view.  

This poem was written more than four hundred years ago. Do you think it is still relevant today? Give a reason for your answer. 

Complete the following sentence by using the words provided in the list below. Write down only the words next to the appropiate number.

Quote FOUR consecutive words from stanza 1 which show that the photograph was important to the speaker in the past. 

Refer to lines 5–6.   

• Identify the figure of speech used here.


• Explain why the speaker has used this figure of speech. 

State TWO needs the speaker could be referring to in line 11.    

Describe TWO different feelings the speaker is experiencing at the end of the poem.  

What does the speaker do with the photograph? Use your own words.    

After reading this poem, do you think it is possible to forget painful experiences? Discuss your view. 

Explain why the title, 'Mementos, 1' is a suitable one.    

Complete the following sentences by using the words provided in the list below. Write down only the words next to the appropiate number.

Refer to stanza 1.  

•  Quote ONE word to show that even as a baby Shaka was fierce.    

• Identify the figure of speech used in lines 14–15.


•  Explain why the poet has used this figure of speech. 

Explain why the speaker has used the word 'lanterns' in line 19 to refer to Shaka's eyes.  

After studying this poem, do you think Shaka could not be defeated? Discuss your view.  

Do you admire Shaka? Discuss your view.