June Examination 2014
Gr. 12 – Geography P1
GEOGRAPHY
PAPER 1/2: THEORY
GRADE 12
JUNE EXAMINATION 2014
TOTAL: 225
TIME: 3 hours
This question paper consists of 8 pages
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June Examination 2014
G12 - Geography
GEOGRAPHY
PAPER 1/2: THEORY
GRADE 12
JUNE EXAMINATION 2014
TOTAL: 225
TIME: 3 hours
INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION:
1.
This paper consists of THREE questions. Answer ALL THREE questions.
2.
All diagrams are included in the ADDENDUM.
3.
Start each question at the top of a NEW page.
4.
Leave a line open between subsections of the questions.
5.
Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this
question paper.
6.
Write neatly and legibly.
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SECTION A
CLIMATE AND WEATHER; GEOMORPHOLOGY
QUESTION 1
1.1
Refer to FIGURE 1.1. Choose the correct answer in brackets. Only write the
correct answer next to the question number (1.1.1 – 1.1.8) in your answer book.
1.1.1 The diagram illustrates conditions that exist during (day/night) time.
1.1.2 The downward flow of air illustrated in FIGURE 1.1 is known as (katabatic/
anabatic) air flow.
1.1.3 The zone marked X is the (thermal belt/frost pocket).
1.1.4 Air temperature (increases/decreases) with height.
1.1.5 The wind in FIGURE 1.1 is also known as a (valley/mountain) breeze.
1.1.6 The strip of warm to moderate temperatures, which occurs in the middle
valley slopes at night, is called the (thermal belt/frost pocket).
1.1.7 The graph illustrates a temperature (inversion/inflation).
1.1.8 During a temperature inversion air temperature (increases /
decreases) with height.
(8 x 1) [8]
1.2
Choose the description from COLUMN B that matches a term in COLUMN A. Only
write the letter (A – J) next to the question number (1.2.1 – 1.2.7) in your answer book.
COLUMN A
COLUMN B
1.2.1 Antecedent
A The wearing away of the land by weathering and
drainage
erosion.
1.2.2 Confluence
B The area between two rivers.
1.2.3 Graded
C A river that divides into two or more channels and reprofile
join further downstream.
1.2.4 Interfluvial
D The level below which the land cannot be eroded by
rivers.
ridge
1.2.5 Braided river E A bend or curve in the course of a river.
1.2.6 Incised
F The point where two or more streams meet and form
meander
a large stream.
1.2.7 Deposition
G A river system that was formed before the uplifting of
a landscape as a result of internal forces.
H Occurs when all irregularities in the longitudinal
profile such as waterfalls have been eliminated.
I Become deepened and cut down into the landscape
usually as a result of increased downward erosion or
rejuvenation.
J The laying down of material which has been
removed by erosion upstream.
(7 x 1) [7]
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1.3
Carefully study the synoptic weather map for 2006/02/04 (FIGURE 1.3) and
answer the questions that follow.
1.3.1
1.3.2
1.3.3
1.3.4
1.3.5
1.3.6
1.4
Provide a full account (description) in pointed form of the
weather at the station marked E that is located South-East
of Pretoria.
(6 x 1) (6)
How many tropical cyclones, including tropical cyclone Boloetse,
have occurred so far in this tropical cyclone season?
(1 x 2) (2)
Give ONE reason for your answer to Question 1.3.2.
(1 x 2) (2)
What evidence on the synoptic weather map suggests that
Boloetse is a tropical cyclone?
(1 x 2) (2)
Name THREE conditions necessary for the formation of
tropical cyclones.
(3 x 2) (6)
Write a paragraph (approximately 12 lines) explaining the
impact that tropical cyclones will have on the economy of
countries that lie in their path.
(6 x 2) (12)
[30]
Study FIGURE 1.4 based on fluvial processes and drainage basins. After
heavy rainfall in this drainage basin, the river will not reach its discharge
peak immediately. This difference in time between the rainfall peak and
discharge peak is known as lag time.
1.4.1
1.4.2
1.4.3
1.4.4
1.4.5
1.4.6
1.4.7
Define the term drainage basin.
(2 x 2) (4)
Identify the drainage patterns at C and D respectively.
(2 x 2) (4)
Describe the underlying rock structure associated with drainage
pattern D.
(1 x 2) (2)
Determine the stream order at point B.
(1 x 2) (2)
Give ONE example of a man-made feature that will restrict the
river’s discharge.
(1 x 2) (2)
Explain why there is a time lag between peak rainfall and
peak discharge.
(2 x 2) (4)
Explain with reasons, the difference in lag time that will be
experienced at station A and station B, respectively.
(6 x 2) (12)
[30]
TOTAL QUESTION 1:75
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QUESTION 2
2.1
Climatologists discovered many years ago that a reversal in wind direction occurs
along the coastline from daytime to night-time. These reversed wind conditions are
referred to as land and sea breezes. Use your knowledge of air pressure
differences and air flow and refer to FIGURE 2.1 to state whether the following
statements are true or false. Only write true or false next to the question numbers
2.1.1 – 2.1.7.
2.1.1
2.1.2
2.1.3
2.1.4
2.1.5
2.1.6
2.1.7
2.2
2.2.3
2.2.4
Name the process that is illustrated in FIGURE 2.2.
Give labels for features A to E that are shown on map Y
in FIGURE 2.2.
River B on map Y has experienced rejuvenation. Explain
what is meant by rejuvenation.
Name ONE landform that can develop due to rejuvenation.
(1 x 1) (1)
(5 x 1) (5)
(1 x 1) (1)
(1 x 1) (1)
[8]
Use your knowledge of urban heat islands and refer to FIGURE 2.3.
2.3.1
2.3.2
2.3.3
2.4
(7 x 1) [7]
Study FIGURE 2.2.
2.2.1
2.2.2
2.3
FIGURE 2.1 illustrates a land breeze.
This breeze is localised.
During the day at the coast the land heats up faster than the
adjacent sea.
During the day a high pressure develops over the land.
A sea breeze has a cooling effect on the adjacent land.
During the night a low pressure develops over the land.
At night a land breeze will develop.
Explain what is meant by an urban heat island.
(1 x 2) (2)
Which part of the city is experiencing the highest temperature? (1 x 2) (2)
Write a paragraph (approximately 12 lines) in which you
explain why the city climate is warmer than the surrounding
rural areas.
(6 x 2) (12)
[16]
Study FIGURE 2.4 which shows a synoptic weather map Southern
African.
2.4.1
2.4.2
Name the high pressure systems marked A and B.
Name the atmospheric pressure cell that is located in the
vicinity of Walvis Bay on the west coast.
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(2 x 1) (2)
(1 x 1) (1)
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2.4.3
2.4.4
2.4.5
2.4.6
2.4.7
2.5
(1 x 1) (1)
(5 x 1) (5)
(1 x 1) (1)
(1 x 2) (2)
(1 x 2) (2)
[14]
FIGURE 2.5 illustrates a river and its drainage basin. This drainage basin
shows a medium drainage density.
2.5.1
2.5.2
2.5.3
2.6
Identify the weather system marked C.
Draw a cross section from D to E with comprehensive labels
indicating the various sectors and air circulation.
Which season is illustrated by this synoptic weather map?
From the synoptic weather map give ONE reason for your
answer to QUESTION 2.4.5.
State ONE way how the weather will change over the next
24 hours at Cape Town.
Explain the term drainage density.
(1 x 2) (2)
Explain what a high drainage density will indicate about the
following:
a)
Underlying rock type.
b)
Vegetation cover.
(2 x 2) (4)
Write a short paragraph (12 lines) to explain how the sustainable
management of drainage basins can reduce the risk of flooding.
Also indicate the negative impact of flooding for the local
communities.
(6 x 2) (12)
[18]
FIGURE 2.6 shows the longitudinal profile of a stream before (A) and
after (B) rejuvenation has taken place.
2.6.1
2.6.2
2.6.3
2.6.4
2.6.5
The longitudinal profile illustrated in FIGURE 2.6 A is that of a
graded stream. What is meant by a graded stream?
With reference to FIGURE 2.6 A, give ONE piece of evidence
to support the statement that the longitudinal profile of a graded
stream is being illustrated here.
Explain why a graded stream developed a concave longitudinal
profile.
Is a possible waterfall at the knick point in FIGURE 2.6 B an
example of a permanent or a temporary base level of erosion?
Give ONE reason for your answer to QUESTION 2.6.4.
(1 x 2) (2)
(1 x 2) (2)
(2 x 2) (4)
(1 x 2) (2)
(1 x 2) (2)
[12]
TOTAL QUESTION 2:75
TOTAL SECTION A: 150
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SECTION B
RURAL AND URBAN SETTLEMENTS
QUESTION 3
3.1
FIGURE 3.1 illustrates a couple of settlements. These settlements have assumed
different shapes and they have developed for different reasons. You are provided
with FOUR descriptions. Identify the settlement (A – F) that is best described by
each of the descriptions. [Each settlement can be used more than once].
3.1.1
3.1.2
3.1.3
3.1.4
3.2
The settlement that assumed a linear shape.
A large settlement that developed as a trade and transport settlement.
The settlement that assumed a circular shape.
The settlement that developed to exchange goods.
(4 x 2) [8]
Refer to FIGURE 3.2. An urban area has different land-use zones and functions.
The land values differ in each of these land-use zones. Give the correct term, from
the list below, for the descriptions numbered 3.2.1 to 3.2.7. Only write the correct
term next to the appropriate question number in the answer book. [Each term
may be used more than once].
Residential / Greenbelt / Central Business District (CBD) /
Transition zone (zone of decay) / Rural-urban fringe / Urban profile
3.2.1
3.2.2
3.2.3
3.2.4
3.2.5
3.2.6
3.2.7
3.3
The land-use zone with the highest land value.
A mixture of functions such as commercial, residential,
hotels and entertainment.
The commercial zone characterised by higher-order functions.
The general appearance of an urban silhouette (side view).
The land-use zone that covers the largest area in an urban
settlement.
An area of mixed rural and urban activities surrounding an
urban area.
Dilapidated zone bordering the CBD.
(7 x 1) [7]
Refer to FIGURE 3.3 showing the cycle of rural decay.
3.3.1
3.3.2
Give TWO push factors contributing that young people to leave the
rural areas.
(2 x 2) (4)
What is the movement of people from rural areas to cities
called?
(1 x 2) (2)
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3.3.3
3.3.4
3.4
Agriculture is the practice of growing crops and raising livestock (farm
animals). Refer to FIGURE 3.4.
3.4.1
3.4.2
3.4.3
3.4.4
3.5
What are the consequences of the above-mentioned movement
of people from rural areas to cities for small rural towns?
(3 x 2) (6)
HIV/Aids have a major impact on rural communities in South
Africa. State THREE measures that can be introduced to assist
rural communities that are severely affected by HIV/Aids.
(3 x 2) (6)
[18]
Identify the settlement in FIGURE 3.4 as rural or urban.
Explain the difference between the site and the situation of a
settlement.
Which TWO possible factors influenced the choice of site
of this settlement (figure 3.4)?
Would you classify this farming as subsistence or commercial
farming?
(1 x 2) (2)
(2 x 2) (4)
(2 x 2) (4)
(1 x 2) (2)
[12]
Study FIGURE 3.5 showing a settlement of Bevonville.
3.5.1
3.5.2
3.5.3
3.5.4
3.5.5
3.5.6
Identify the settlement of Bevonville as rural or urban.
Identify the settlement pattern of Bevonville.
In which hemisphere is this settlement located? Give ONE
reason from a micro-climatic point of view to motivate your
answer.
Identify the land-use zones of Bevonville
(a)
at A.
(b)
west of C.
(c)
between C and D.
The highest buildings are in the centre of Bevonville. Explain
why this is the case.
(1 x 2) (2)
(1 x 2) (2)
(2 x 2) (4)
(3 x 2) (6)
(2 x 2) (4)
People from the surrounding rural areas could move to Bevonville
in the hope of finding employment and better living conditions. Write
a paragraph, approximately 12 lines, in which you explain the
problems that a settlement like Bevonville could experience with
such an influx of people.
(6 x 2) (12)
[30]
TOTAL SECTION B: 75
GRAND TOTAL: 225
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June Examination 2014: Addendum
G12 – Geography P1
GEOGRAPHY
PAPER 1/2
THEORY: ADDENDUM
GRADE 12
JUNE EXAMINATION 2014
TOTAL: 225
TIME: 3 hours
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FIGURE 1.1
[Source: National Senior Certificate, March 2009]
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FIGURE 1.3
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FIGURE 1.4
[Source: National Senior Certificate, March 2009]
FIGURE 2.1
[Source: National Senior Certificate, November 2009]
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FIGURE 2.2
X
Y
[Source: Via Afrika]
FIGURE 2.3
[Source: National Senior Certificate, November 2008]
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FIGURE 2.4
[Source: Via Afrika]
FIGURE 2.5
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FIGUR E2.6
[Source: Senior National Certificate, Exemplar 2008]
FIGURE 3.1
FIGUUR 3.1
[Source: National Senior Certificate, November 2009]
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FIGURE 3.2
[Source: National Senior Certificate, November 2008]
FIGURE 3.3
[Source: National Senior Certificate, November 2010]
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FIGURE 3.4
[National Senior Certificate, November 2009]
FIGURE 3.5
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