Question 2

QUESTION 2

• Respond to ONE of the following longer transactional writing texts.
• 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,
e.g. 2.1 DIALOGUE.
• Pay particular attention to format, language and register.
• Spend approximately 40 minutes on this section.

2.1 DIALOGUE
Your older sister wants to leave university without completing her studies to
follow a career as an actress. You have decided to talk to her about her
decision.
Write the dialogue that takes place between you and your sister.

NOTE: Use the dialogue format. [30]

2.2 OBITUARY
A learner in your class has passed away. The principal of your school has
asked you to write an obituary, paying tribute to him/her.
Write the obituary. [30]

2.3 NEWSPAPER ARTICLE

Members of your community would like to promote recycling. They have
asked you to write an article for publication in your community newspaper, on
how recycling can be done at home.
Write the article. [30]

2.4 FORMAL LETTER
You recently purchased an item of clothing on sale at a department store.
You later discovered that the garment was damaged. The store refuses to
exchange the item because it was bought on sale.

Write a letter to the manager of the store, expressing your dissatisfaction with
their refusal to exchange the garment. [30]

TOTAL SECTION B: 30