1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. Choose the answer and write only the letter (A-D) next to the question numbers.[cite: 3]

• 1.1.1 In a job contract, a probation period could refer to a cycle where …
  A) new workers reserve the right to receive salary increases.
  B) employers reserve the right to adjust the role of workers.
  C) new workers are permitted to receive full work benefits.
  D) employers finalise the skills training of new workers.[cite: 3]
• 1.1.2 A health-related intervention programme refers to a …
  A) set of guidelines assessing healthy living.
  B) research process to study health risk factors.
  C) strategy to monitor people’s health risks.
  D) set of activities targeting health risk factors.[cite: 3]
• 1.1.3 Public participation in a democracy is the process where …
  A) decisions are made based on the views of local councillors to influence government actions.
  B) citizens provide feedback on decision-making to influence government policies.
  C) citizens share views with others on social media platforms regarding government policies.
  D) powerful individuals hold meetings to discuss personal opinions on government issues.[cite: 3]
• 1.1.4 Writing a reflection on a project should mainly focus on:
  A) A detailed description of the objectives of the topic
  B) The advantages of the various peer reviews of the task
  C) How the task enhanced your knowledge of the topic
  D) A detailed description of your understanding of the task[cite: 3]
• 1.1.5 When a question instructs you to ‘illustrate your answer with a case study’, you are then expected to …
  A) refer to specific examples supporting your point.
  B) provide a detailed analysis of theoretical concepts.
  C) make judgements based on your personal opinion.
  D) summarise your findings based on your responses.[cite: 3]

1.2 Give ONE word/term for each of the following descriptions.[cite: 3]

• 1.2.1 The purposeful spreading of misleading information to advance a certain political cause or philosophy[cite: 3]
• 1.2.2 A formal organisation of workers that participates in collective bargaining on behalf of its members in the workplace[cite: 3]
• 1.2.3 A form of favouritism whereby close friends or associates are given positions of power, regardless of their qualifications[cite: 3]

1.3 Answer the following questions by writing the answer next to the question numbers. Write your answers in full sentences.[cite: 3]

• 1.3.1 State TWO possible financial challenges for an upcoming social entrepreneur.[cite: 3]
• 1.3.2 Explain the term redress in the workplace.[cite: 3]
• 1.3.3 Discuss the benefit of taking a gap year, when deciding on a final career choice.[cite: 3]

1.4 Read the source below and answer the questions that follow. Write your answers in full sentences.[cite: 3]

• 1.4.1 Describe ONE social benefit of including recreational activities in a personal lifestyle plan.[cite: 3]
• 1.4.2 Explain how following a consistent exercise routine could contribute to your mental well-being.[cite: 3]
• 1.4.3 Discuss ONE possible advantage of following a balanced nutritional plan on a person’s long-term physical health.[cite: 3]

• 2.1 Define the term value of work.[cite: 3]
• 2.2 Describe how Gen Z’s experience of technology could enhance their problem-solving skills in the workplace.[cite: 3]
• 2.3 Explain how having internet access could improve one’s strategy to complete tasks/projects more effectively.[cite: 3]
• 2.4 Discuss TWO advantages for young workers who maintain a healthy work-life balance.[cite: 3]
• 2.5 Assess the value of regular feedback for employees within the work environment.[cite: 3]
• 2.6 Recommend TWO ways in which you could sustain effective relationships in the workplace. In EACH answer, also indicate how this may enable you to be more productive at work.[cite: 3]

• 3.1 State TWO actions that you may unintentionally commit in the examination room that may be considered to be dishonest.[cite: 3]
• 3.2 Why do you think some learners may feel pressurised to perform well in the NSC examinations?[cite: 3]
• 3.3 Explain how dishonesty during the NSC examinations could impact on a learner’s admission to higher education institutions.[cite: 3]
• 3.4 Discuss TWO ways in which you could revise your own study strategies to ensure that you are well-prepared for the examinations.[cite: 3]
• 3.5 Assess TWO ways in which honouring the NSC Examination Pledge may help you to maintain academic integrity.[cite: 3]
• 3.6 Analyse how having strong work ethics could enhance your professional skills in future. In EACH answer, also indicate how this could contribute to long-term career success.[cite: 3]

Write paragraphs on media coverage of sport. Use the following as a guideline:[cite: 3]

• Briefly state FOUR roles of the media in promoting sports in South Africa.[cite: 3]
• Discuss in detail how sports personalities could potentially influence young people to consider a career in sports.[cite: 3]
• Examine TWO ways in which the media could report more responsibly on alleged (suspected) scandals of sports personalities.[cite: 3]

Write paragraphs on social and environmental responsibility. Use the following as a guideline:[cite: 3]

• Briefly state FOUR ways in which young people could promote safe and healthy living environments.[cite: 3]
• Discuss in detail how participation in community service could help the youth to improve their employability skills.[cite: 3]
• Examine TWO ways in which empowered young people could motivate other youth to address social issues within society.[cite: 3]

Write paragraphs on the prevention and control of lifestyle diseases such as TB. Use the following as a guideline:[cite: 3]

• Briefly state FOUR lifestyle factors that may increase the risk of a person contracting tuberculosis.[cite: 3]
• Discuss in detail how early treatment of TB could help individuals who are infected to manage the disease more effectively.[cite: 3]
• Examine the possible impact of stigmatisation on the effectiveness of treatment for TB infected individuals.[cite: 3]