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MOGALAKWENA
GRADE 12
LIFE ORIENTATION
SOURCE-BASED TASK
ACTIVITY 1
10 FEBRUARY 2026
MARKS: 45
DURATION: 2H00
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This question paper consists of 07 pages.
INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION
1.1 Read ALL questions carefully before answering and follow instructions.
1.2 This task consists of TWO activities. Answer ALL the questions in both the activities.
1.3 This task is an individual work which must be completed in a controlled
environment.
1.4 The task must not be administered as a test.
1.5 Learners are not allowed to plagiarise as they will be penalised.
1.6 The Cover page must include, name of school, name of learner, grade and name of task.
1.7 Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this task.
1.8 The mark allocation per question is an indication of the length and depth of your answer.
1.9 Write neatly and legibly.
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COVER PAGE TASK: GRADE 12 SOURCE BASED TASK
NAME OF LEARNER
GRADE 12
NAME OF SCHOOL
Activity Teacher’s Mark DH / School District Moderator Provincial
Moderator Moderator
Mark Initial Mark Initial Mark Initial Mark Initial
Activity 1: [45]
Activity 2: [45]
OVERALL FEEDBACK TO THE LEARNER:
MODERATION NAME SIGNATURE DATE
Teacher / Marker
DH/ School Moderator
District Moderator
Provincial Moderator
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TASK 1: SOURCE BASED TASK
TOPIC DEVELOPMENT OF SELF IN SOCIETY AND CAREERS AND CAREER CHOICES
PURPOSE Activity 1:
- Definition of concepts
- Apply a range of life skills required to adapt to change as part of
ongoing healthy lifestyle choices.
- Identify and manage stress.
- Apply conflict resolution skills.
- Initiate, build and sustain relationships.
- Importance of communication
MARKS Activity 1 = 45 marks
Activity 2 = 45 marks
TOTAL: = 90 marks
DURATION Activity 1: 2 hours
Activity 2: 2 hours
DATE OF Activity 1: 10 February 2026
COMPLETION Activity 2: 12 March 2026
NOTE TO LEARNER:
The Source Based Task consists of TWO activities which will be administered and
finalized in class BUT must not be administered as a test. You will be given an
opportunity to go and conduct research and bring your resources and information to class
as advised by your teacher. You must complete the task on your own to demonstrate
that you understand the content. Plagiarism is strictly prohibited. Should your teacher
notice that you were helping one another, or you have copied from your classmate,
an irregularity shall be declared, and you will have to go through a disciplinary
hearing and be given a letter of warming, based on the findings of the investigation
by the Irregularity Team from your school up to the Provincial team. You will also
receive “0” for relevant questions and section copied or plagiarized. A glossary is
attached at the end of each source.
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ACTIVITY 1:
Read the following source and answer the questions.
The "Matric" Reality (Grade 12 in a township school, KwaZulu Natal)
Based on recent 2025/2026 reports, grade 12 learners are navigating extreme stress due to
matric exams, future anxiety (career/higher education), and, in some cases, infrastructure-
related disruptions to their education.
It is two weeks before the final prelim exams. The 18-year-old Mazi sleeps only 4 hours a
night. He feels the weight of his family’s expectations—he is the first to reach matric and is
expected to secure a university bursary. His school has experienced actions by teachers
protesting school funding, resulting in missed lessons and, recently, intense pressure to
complete the syllabus. Mazi has stopped talking to his friends because he believes they are a
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distraction. His mother accused him of being disrespectful and antisocial, leading to a loud
argument at home. He suffers from chronic headaches, hair loss, and "butterflies". After
missing a crucial math camp, Mazi almost walks away from his studies, feeling that failure is
inevitable.
Recent studies suggest that in 2025, 408,675 learners didn't transition from Grade 10 to 12,
creating an intense environment for those who remain. In KwaZulu-Natal, funding crises
resulted in schools without basic operational resources, leaving learners like Mazi in the
crossfire and severely impacting their ability to prepare. Reports indicate that even after
finishing, the temptation of "pens down" celebrations poses new, dangerous safety risks for
matriculants. Mazi learned to map his conflict: 1. Intrapersonal (himself vs. anxiety) and 2.
Interpersonal (himself vs. mother). He identified that his avoidance of socializing was making
his mother think he was avoiding responsibility. Mazi spoke to his mother: "I feel overwhelmed
when I am interrupted because I am scared of failing. I would like us to create a study timetable
together so I can have time for family". Instead of shouting back at his peers who asked to copy
his notes. Mazi tried to avoid detrimental relationships. Mazi practiced asserting boundaries
politely but firmly, protecting his time. This was also preparing him to ‘adapt to change’ for the
new environment next year.
Adapted: [Link]
experts-want-you-to-remember/
GLOSSARY
Word Explanation
butterflies Feeling nervous i.e. a feeling of worry and uneasiness.
syllabus Your guide to a course and what will be expected of you throughout the
quarter.
crossfire When people are disagreeing from different directions.
prelim exams Preparatory examinations for grade12s
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Answer the following questions about the above source
1.1 Grade 12 learners are always advised to choose friends correctly. Give a full
explanation of “detrimental relationships”. 1x2 (2)
1.2 Most school-going youths feel highly stressed before writing an exam. Briefly
describe TWO possible emotional stressors and TWO social stressors in a new
environment which may hinder growth by affecting well-being. 4x2 (8)
1.3. From the source you have read, communication is key among learners like Mazi.
Explain TWO elements that influence effective communication in
any relationship. 2x3 (6)
1.4. Based on what you have studied, examine THREE ways in which stress can be
seen as an opportunity for personal growth and development in learners. 3x3 (9)
1.5. Analyse TWO ways in which unsettled conflicts between people in a new
environment can have a significant impact on their relationships. 2x4 (8)
1.6. In accordance with Understanding and Adaptations, critically discuss TWO ways in
which understanding others and their beliefs may help you initiate, build, and
sustain relationships in a new environment. 2x3 (6)
1.7. Discuss TWO possible challenges that the learners may face should they no longer
qualify for further intended course of study. 2x3 (6)
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