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SECTION B: DRAMA
In this section, there is an essay question and contextual questions on the following
drama:
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NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH, by John Kani
Answer ONE question (EITHER the essay OR the contextual question) on the drama you
have studied.
QUESTION 9 (ESSAY QUESTION)
NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH
Compare the two cousins, Thando Makaya and Mandisa Mckay.
In your essay you may consider the following ideas, among others:
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Cultural understanding
Relationship with father figure
Reaction to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (amnesty) hearing:
Length: 250 – 300 words
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MEMORANDUM
QUESTION 9
[Compare the two cousins, Thando Makaya and Mandisa Mckay.]
NOTE: Use the 35-mark assessment rubric to assess candidates’ essays.
Accept alternative views which are relevant and well-substantiated.
The following points may be included in the essay, among others:
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Cultural Understanding:
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Thando who grew up in South Africa – sensitive to cultural traditions – taught
by Sipho, e.g. the traditions of mourning’
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Mandisa is insensitive to the cultural norms of her South African family.
o
Mandisa does not understand the problem Sipho has with cremation.
o
Mandisa does not understand the traditions of mourning.
o
Mandisa is ‘happy to be home’.
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Their African heritage is important to both women – enjoy being called
‘African Princess
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Relationship with father figure:
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Thando is a dutiful/respectful/subservient daughter – obedient to Sipho –
initial rejects Mandisa’s invitation to Johannesburg
o
Thando is loving; caring; compassionate
o
Mandisa is independent – could be considered insensitive towards the needs
and feelings of the older generation
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Reaction to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (amnesty) hearing:
o
Thando is deeply sensitive to the complexities of the TRC process.
o
Mandisa views the TRC process with much cynicism
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