LIFE ORIENTATION PAPER 1/1 GRADE 12 JUNE EXAMINATION 2014

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1 LIFE ORIENTATION PAPER 1/1 GRADE 12 JUNE EXAMINATION 2014 TOTAL: 80 TIME: 1½ hours This question paper consists of 9 pages Page 1 of 9

2 LIFE ORIENTATION PAPER 1/1 GRADE 12 JUNE EXAMINATION 2014 TOTAL: 80 TIME: 1½ hours INSTRUCTIONS: 1. This examination consists of THREE sections and NINE questions. 2. Read through the question paper before answering it. 3. Answer all the questions of each section, unless stated otherwise. 4. Number each question as requested. 5. It is in your own interest to write legibly. 6. Rule off after each question. 7. Use a blue ballpoint pen only. Page 2 of 9

3 SECTION A QUESTION 1 Multiple choice questions Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. Choose the correct answer and write only the letter (A D) next to the question number e.g., 1.11 D. 1.1 are examples of different stress factors. A. Emotional, environmental, friends, illnesses B. Environmental, emotional, weaknesses, drugs C. Social, physical, emotional, family D. Physical, emotional, social, environmental 1.2 If there is a dispute/disagreement between you and your employer, you should first try to solve the problem with the help of your union. If it is unsuccessful, you can contact the. A. South African Human Rights Commission B. Independent Police Investigation Unit C. Public Protector D. Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration 1.3 The are responsible for transporting oxygen throughout the body during exercise. A. red blood cells B. white blood cells C. red and white blood cells D. none of the above 1.4 Effective studying strategies include. A. studying for two hours without a break B. not to exercise when studying C. studying where there are no disturbances and where you can concentrate optimally. D. studying the easier subjects first while you can still think clearly 1.5 The media is responsible for. A. exposing human rights violations and corruption by publishing it to bring about change B. supporting a particular political party, because it is in the interest of the media C. not criticising the government and its actions because it is unconstitutional D. promoting the government's interests because the media belongs to them Page 3 of 9

4 1.6 Aerobic exercises are exercises that include. 1. dancing and walking 2. stretching exercises 3. cycling, jogging and swimming 4. gym workout, dancing and running A. 1 and 2 B. 1 and 3 C. 3 and 4 D. 1, 3 and The rights of all people in South Africa are established and confirmed by the Constitution, and the Bill of (Human) Rights therefore. A. only protects people according to their race, gender and culture B. confirms the autocratic values of human dignity, freedom and inequality C. confirms that everyone is equal D. confirms the democratic values of human dignity, equality and freedom 1.8 is NOT a characteristic of goal setting. A. Attainable B. Vague C. Time-specific D. Realistic 1.9 is NOT one of the five components of fitness. A. Body Mass Index (BMI) B. Cardiovascular fitness C. Fitness bank D. Flexibility 1.10 If one has to decide on a tertiary institution to study at, should be considered. A. the courses offered B. the cost involved towards studies C. the social life D. A and B (10 x 1) = Page 4 of 9

5 QUESTION 2 Indicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE. Choose the answer and write only 'true' or 'false' next to the question number ( ). Give a reason if the statement is false The right to a safe life is contained in Article 27 of the Bill of Human Rights, which states that everyone has the right to access to health, adequate food, water and social security Interpersonal conflict is an expressed struggle between two or more parties that have incompatible goals, a lack of resources and interference by preventing others in achieving their goals The tax which companies have to pay on their profits or taxable income is known as income tax Stress factors are events you experience as threats to your sense of well-being. (5 x 1) = [5] QUESTION 3 Choose a description from COLUMN B and match it with the word in COLUMN A. Write only the letter (A I) next to the question number ( ), for example 3.2 A. Column A Column B 3.1 Bias A. Involves an unreasonable fear of foreigners. 3.2 Coach B. Plans to reach study objectives over a period. 3.3 Liberal democratic C. South Africa. constitution 3.4 Study styles D. Diagnose and treat sport-related injuries and illnesses. 3.5 Xenophobia E. Use the advice of others. F. Fear of spiders. G. Unfair prejudice against a person or thing. H. Specific ways in which you study. I. Motivate, guide and train athletes regarding strategies and tactics during a game. (5 x 1) = [5] Page 5 of 9

6 QUESTION 4 Give ONE word/term for the following descriptions. Write only the word next to the number ( ). 4.1 Name the visual tool that helps your brain with unpacking and packing information, like the branches of a tree. 4.2 Besides taxes, state ONE legitimate deduction that can be made without consent of a worker from his/her salary. 4.3 The system that transports human waste to a sewage treatment plant, for example drains and pipes. 4.4 Newspapers and magazines are categorised under this form of the media. 4.5 Someone with new ideas in the business world or an enterprise which accepts liability for the risks and consequences. (5 x 2) = SECTION B TOTAL SECTION A: 30 Answer all the questions in this section. In this section you must answer all questions in full sentences. QUESTION What is democracy? (2) 5.2 Explain your understanding of the Constitution of South Africa. (4) 5.3 Name two rights that children under the age of eighteen have. (2) Page 6 of 9

7 5.4 Name and discuss the human right depicted in the picture below. (2) QUESTION 6 Study the picture below and answer the questions that follow. 6.1 The media is an important channel of communication. Name FOUR roles the media should play in a democratic society. (4) 6.2 The word "media" refers to various forms of communication in society. Name THREE types of media. Also give an example of each. (6) QUESTION 7 Answer the following questions. The government started or supported many community service programmes to ensure that we all have equal access to services. 7.1 Explain what you understand under the term "intervention programmes" and also name TWO examples. (4) 7.2 What do you think is the goal of "educational programmes?" Discuss briefly. (2) 7.3 Impact studies involve surveys or research to determine whether intervention programmes work. Give two examples of impact studies. (4) TOTAL SECTION B: 30 Page 7 of 9

8 SECTION C Answer the following TWO essay questions in this section. Your essays should be lines long. QUESTION 8 Read through the text below and answer the question. We generally use the word "stress" when we feel that everything seems to have become too much we are overloaded and wonder whether we really can cope with the pressures placed upon us. Anything that poses a challenge or a threat to our well-being is considered stress. Some stress gets you going and can be good for you without any stress at all our lives would be boring and would probably feel pointless. However, when the stress undermines both our mental and physical health, they are bad. In this text we shall be focusing on stress that is bad for you. Source: In today's world, young people find themselves in situations where they experience a lot of stress. In essay form discuss FOUR factors of stress. QUESTION 9 Study the picture below and answer the question in essay form. Page 8 of 9

9 9.1 Unemployment plays a vital role in the economy. The unemployment rate in South Africa is increasing and many people today have no source of income. Discuss the following in essay form: The impact of unemployment in South Africa. Reasons for unemployment. Give FOUR innovative solutions to counteract unemployment. TOTAL SECTION C: 20 GRAND TOTAL: 80 Page 9 of 9