Overview of Paper 2 and Exam Tips (Grade 12 NSC Matric English FAL): Quizzes
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What does Paper 2 test in English FAL?
What does Paper 2 test in English FAL?
Literature understanding & interpretation
How many marks is Paper 2 worth in total?
How many marks is Paper 2 worth in total?
80 marks
How long do you have to complete Paper 2?
How long do you have to complete Paper 2?
2½ hours
How many marks is Section A (Poetry) worth?
How many marks is Section A (Poetry) worth?
35 marks
What must you do in Section B?
What must you do in Section B?
Choose either short stories or novel
How many marks is Section C (Drama) worth?
How many marks is Section C (Drama) worth?
30 marks
What type of answer do Name/Identify/State command words require?
What type of answer do Name/Identify/State command words require?
Short, direct answers
What do Describe/Explain/Account for command words require?
What do Describe/Explain/Account for command words require?
Detailed explanations showing understanding
How much time should you aim to spend per mark?
How much time should you aim to spend per mark?
2 minutes per mark
What should support every point you make in your answers?
What should support every point you make in your answers?
Textual evidence