Junie / June 2024
Geografie – Half-Jaar Eksamen
Geography – Mid-Year Examination
Graad / Grade 8
Tyd / Time: 1 ½ uur/hour Punte / Marks: 75
Eksaminator: Me /
Moderator: Me /
Beantwoord AL die vrae / Answer ALL the questions
Nommer korrek / Number correctly
Skryf netjies en leesbaar / Write neatly and clearly
Question 1: Map Skills
1.1 Refer to the figure below showing the atlas map for the Northern Cape, South
Africa with four highlighted towns.
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Source: Adapted from https://www.sa-venues.com/maps/northerncape/physical.php
1.1.1 Name the town that lies the most south.
A) De Aar
B) Kimberley
C) Upington
D) Springbok
1.1.2 Name the town that lies the most west.
A) Kimberley
B) Springbok
C) De Aar
D) Upington
1.1.3 Name where in an atlas you will find the list of place names and map co-
ordinates.
A) Maps
B) Text
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C) Index
D) Title page
1.1.4 State whether this atlas map of the Northern Cape would be a regional or
local map.
A) Region
B) Local
C) Street
D) Road
1.1.5 Identify the type of map scale seen on this map of the Northern Cape.
A) Line
B) Word
C) Ratio
(5x1=5)
(5)
1.2 Refer to the satellite image below showing southern Africa.
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Source: Adapted Eumesat, 2023
1.2.1 Identify the:
(a) the ocean at A
(b) cloud pattern at B
(c) the fact land is found at C.
(3x2=6)
1.2.2 Explain why this satellite image is not a photograph.
(2x1=2)
1.2.3 Show the benefit of using a satellite when studying high risk areas such as
war zones.
(2x1=2)
(10)
1.3 Refer to the figure below showing the summer solstice for the Southern
Hemisphere.
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1.3.1 Name the line of latitude over which the sun shines during the summer
solstice.
1.3.2 Give the length of day during a summer solstice over this line of latitude.
1.3.3 How long is the day over the South Pole during the summer solstice?
1.3.4 Name the season the northern hemisphere experiences during this solstice.
1.3.5 Name the term that describes the movement of the earth around the sun that
forms the seasons.
(5x1=5)
(5)
1.4 Choose the correct word between brackets.
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1.4.1 Temperature is measured by means of a (Thermometer/ Estometer)
1.4.2 South Africa is closer to the (South Pole/ North Pole)
1.4.3 How quickly the wind blows (Wind speed/ Wind distance)
1.4.4 Wind speed is measured in (Knots/ Speed)
1.4.5 The ocean current on the West Coast of SA is (warm/cold)
(1x5=5)
(5)
1.5 Refer to the figure below showing Africa’s time zones.
Source:
https://i.pinimg.com/originals/54/ec/9c/54ec9c6104fd43688ef2d74c2ad2a3cf.png
1.5.1 Name the line of longitude from where time is calculated on earth.
(1x1=1)
1.5.2 Give a reason how time on earth is determined.
(2x1=2)
1.5.3 State what is meant by the + 2 in the Central African Time Zone.
(2x1=2)
1.5.4 Explain, in a paragraph of five lines, the importance of South Africa only has
one time zone, when in fact it should have two time zones.
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(5x1=5)
(10)
[Question 1 = 35 Marks]
Question 2: Climate Regions
2.1 Match the terms from column A with their correct definition from column B.
Write only the question number and the number representing your choice of
answer e.g. 2.1.6 – F.
COLUMN A COLUMN B
2.1.1. Temperature A. Hot and moist air often described as being
2.1.2. Precipitation sticky places.
2.1.3. Humidity B. The day-to-day conditions of the earth’s
2.1.4. Winds atmosphere
2.1.5. Weather C. Moving air that can be calm or very strong.
D. How hot or cold air may be.
E. Water that falls from the air.
(5x1=5)
(5)
2.2 Refer to the table below comparing the temperature and rainfall between
Cape Town and Johannesburg. Select the correct word/s from those given in
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brackets to each of the following statements. Write only the question number
(2.2.1 – 2.2.5) and your choice of word.
Cape Johannesburg
Town
Altitude 0 metres 1 753 metres
Summer average 25° 22°
temperature
Winter average 13° 4°
temperature
Average annual rainfall 515 mm 700 mm
Source: Adapted from Chatgpt, 2023
2.2.1 The higher a place is the (warmer/cooler) the air temperature.
2.2.2 There are (more/less) air molecules over Johannesburg than Cape Town that
can absorb heat.
2.2.3 Snow is more likely during winter in (Cape Town/Johannesburg).
2.2.4 More people live in (Johannesburg/Cape Town) because it is more moderate
climate.
2.2.5 (Cape Town/Johannesburg) has the lowest temperature range.
(5x1=5)
(5)
2.3 General Climatic concepts
2.3.1 Outline the difference between “weather” and “climate”. (2x2=4)
2.3.2 Name three elements of weather. (1x3=3)
2.3.3 Mt Kilimanjaro (Africa’s highest mountain, at 5 885 m) is situated in Tanzania,
just a few degrees away from the Equator. However, this mountain is snow-
covered for most of the year. Explain how this is possible. (3x1=3)
2.3.4 Temperature and rainfall are the most important parts of both weather and
climate. List the five factors that influence the temperature and rainfall.
(1x5=5)
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2.3.5 Mountains affect rainfall patterns. Draw a simple, well-labelled diagram to
show how mountains create wet or dry regions on either side of the mountain
range.
(Remember to include a heading for your diagram.) (1x5=5)
(20)
2.4 Refer to the table below showing the average temperatures between Durban
and Port Nolloth.
Port Nolloth Durban
29° S 29° S
Average summer temperature 19°C Average summer temperature 25°C
Average winter temperature 12°C Average winter temperature 20°C
Average rainfall: 60 mm Average rainfall: 1 100mm
Cold Benguela Current flows past Port Warm Mozambique Current flows past
Nolloth Durban
2.4.1 Give the average temperature range for (show your working):
(a) Port Nolloth
(b) Durban.
(2x2=4)
2.4.2 Prove that latitude is not a factor influencing temperatures in Port Nolloth and
Durban.
(2x1=2)
2.4.3 Explain how the cold Benguela current influences the temperatures in Port
Nolloth.
(2x2=4)
(10)
[Question 2 = 40 Marks]
[TOTAL = 75 Marks]
SOCIAL SCIENCE
GEOGRAPHY
GRADE 8
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CONTROL TEST
2024 - TERM 2
MARKING GUIDELINES
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1.1
1.1.1 (A) De Aar
1.1.2 (B) Springbok
1.1.3 (C) Index
1.1.4 (B) local
1.1.5 (A) Line
(5x1=5)
1.2
1.2.1 (a) Atlantic
(b) large blanket in a wave pattern
(c) high reflection of sunlight – large area of land (3x2=6)
1.2.2
A photograph is a picture taken with a camera that captures the visible light reflected
from objects in the scene. It can be taken from ground level or from a height, but it
always requires a camera and a person to take the picture.
On the other hand, a satellite image is created using a satellite that orbits the Earth
and captures data using a special instrument called a sensor. The sensor records
information about the energy reflected or emitted from the Earth's surface, including
visible, infrared, and microwave radiation. This data is then processed and
transformed into an image that we can see on a computer screen.
(2x1=2)
1.2.3
Safety: Studying war zones using satellite images allows geographers to study
and gather information about the area without physically putting
themselves in harm's way. This means they can study the area safely
from a distance and avoid potential dangers.
Comprehensive view: Satellite images provide a comprehensive view of the war
zone, allowing geographers to observe and analyse the
entire area from above. This can provide a more
complete picture of the situation on the ground.
Timely information: Satellite images can be obtained quickly and easily, providing
timely information about changes and developments in the war
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zone. This information can be used to track the progress of the
conflict and help predict future developments.
Analysis of infrastructure: Satellite images can also provide information about the
infrastructure in the war zone, such as the location of
buildings, roads, and other infrastructure. This can be
valuable for assessing the impact of the conflict on the
local population and planning for post-conflict
reconstruction efforts.
(Any relevant two) (2x1=2)
1.3
1.3.1 Tropic of Capricorn
1.3.2 13.5 hours
1.3.3 6 months
1.3.4 winter
1.3.5 revolution
(5x1=5)
1.4
1.4.1 Thermometer
1.4.2 South Pole
1.4.3 Wind Speed
1.4.4 Knots
1.4.5 Cold
1.5
1.5.1 Greenwich Meridian (1x1=1)
1.5.2 By the rotation of the earth on its axis (2x1=2)
1.5.3 Hours ahead of Greenwich mean time (2x1=2)
1.5.4 Explain:
- it promotes national unity and simplifies communication and coordination
across the country. Having two time zones would have caused confusion and
make it difficult to have meetings, flights, and other events between different
parts of the country.
- having one time zone makes it easier for businesses to operate and trade
within the country. It allows for better transport and distribution of people and
goods, as there is no need to account for different time zones and adjust
schedules accordingly.
- it can also benefit tourism, as travellers do not have to worry about adjusting
to a different time zone when traveling within the country, which can be
particularly beneficial for short trips.
ANY FIVE POINTS
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(5x1=5)
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2.1
2.1.1 D
2.1.2 E
2.1.3 A
2.1.4 C
2.1.5 B
(5x1=5)
2.2
2.2.1 cooler
2.2.2 less
2.2.3 Johannesburg
2.2.4 Cape Town
2.2.5 Cape Town
(5x1=5)
2.3
2.3.1 Weather refers to the daily atmospheric conditions at a particular place e.g.
sunny, rainy, cloudy. Climate refers to the average or long-term general
weather patters of a region e.g. mild, wet, cool.
(2x2=4)
2.3.2 Wind, temperature, humidity, cloud cover, sunshine, precipitation, air
pressure. (any three) (1x3=3)
2.3.3 Altitude has no effect on temperatures. As altitude increases, air temperatures
decrease. (since the air is less dense and heat transfer more difficult). So,
although Mt Kilimanjaro is at the Equator, it’s elevation (altitude) at almost
6 000 m makes the snow not to melt. (3x1=3)
2.3.4 Distance from the equator, distance from the sea, height above sea level,
ocean currents, mountains. (1x5=5)
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2.3.5
(1x5=5)
2.4
2.4.1 (a) 19 – 12 = 7°
(b) 25 – 20 = 5°
(2x2=4)
2.4.2
Both Port Nolloth and Durban are on the same line of latitude
29°S
Both receive the same amount and intensity of sunlight.
(2x1=2)
2.4.3
air in contact with cold Benguela current is cool and dry.
when blown onshore it will cool down temperatures.
(2x2=4)
[TOTAL = 75 Marks]
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ANALYSIS GRID FOR COGNITIVE DEMAND
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Gr: 8 Geography 75
Term:2 40% 40% 20%
Date: Mid year 2024 30 16 14 15 0 0
Remembering
Understanding
Evaluating
Analysing
Applying
Creating
TASK: LOWER MIDDLE HIGHER
Total mark
Quest nr
Mark
ACTION VERB 30 30 15
Test values
30 30 15 75 Test total correct
1.1 Match column 5 5 5 Correct
1.2.1 Identify 6 3 3 6 Correct
1.2.2 Explain 2 2 2 Correct
1.2.3 show 2 2 2 Correct
1.3. Name 5 5 5 Correct
1.4 Choose 5 5 5 Correct
1.5.1 Name 1 1 1 Correct
1.5.2 Give 2 2 2 Correct
1.5.3 State 2 2 2 Correct
1.5.4 Explain 5 5 5 Correct
2.1 Match 5 5 5 Correct
2.2 Select 5 5 5 Correct
2.3.1 Give 4 4 4 Correct
2.3.2 Prove 3 3 3 Correct
2.3.3 Explain 4 2 2 4 Correct
2.3.4 Describe 4 2 2 4 Correct
2.4.1 Name 2 1 1 2 Correct
2.4.2 Give 2 1 1 2 Correct
2.4.3 Discuss 2 1 1 2 Correct
Suggest 2 2 2 Correct
2.4.4 Explain 4 2 1 1 4 Correct
Discuss 3 3 3 Correct
0 Correct
0 Correct
0 Correct
0 Correct
0 Correct
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7
5
30 30 15 75
Correct
30 16 14 15 0 0
Test
Note: Lower order is correct total: 75
Middle order is correct
Higher order is correct
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