SECTION B: LONGER TRANSACTIONAL TEXT
- Respond to ONE of the following transactional writing tasks.
- The body of your response should be between 120 and 150 words in length.
- Write down the NUMBER and the HEADING of the text you have chosen, for example 2.1 FORMAL LETTER.
- Pay particular attention to format, language and register.
- Spend approximately 40 minutes on this section.
2.1 FORMAL LETTER
A wealthy businessman has donated ten thousand rands to your school.
As RCL chairperson, you have been asked to write a letter of thanks to the
businessman on behalf of the learners. [30]
2.2 OBITUARY
A well-known person in your community has passed away. This person was,
among others, actively involved in raising funds to help the poor.
Write a suitable obituary, paying tribute to the person. [30]
2.3 BOOK REVIEW
You have completed reading a novel which your teacher gave you at
the beginning of the term. Your teacher has asked you to give a review of
this novel.
Write the review. [30]
2.4 SPEECH
Your friend has been selected to participate in an international competition.
He/She will be leaving soon. You have been asked to present an informal
speech at a farewell function for this friend.
Write out your speech. [30]
TOTAL SECTION B: 30