TMS3714
Assignment 6 2026
Unique number:
Due date: October 2026
QUESTION 1: THE PURPOSE AND AIMS OF HISTORY [20]
1.1 TWO ways in which Ms Mokoena’s lesson demonstrates the purpose of
History as a school subject. (4)
Firstly, the lesson shows learners that History is not simply about memorising dates,
names and events. By asking them to investigate how earlier South African events
still affect society today, Ms Mokoena helps them see History as the study of
change, continuity, cause and consequence. Learners begin to understand why the
past still matters in present-day life.
Secondly, the lesson presents History as a process of enquiry. Learners must work
with photographs, newspaper reports, oral accounts and written historical texts,
compare the information and decide what the evidence suggests. This develops
, QUESTION 1: THE PURPOSE AND AIMS OF HISTORY [20]
1.1 TWO ways in which Ms Mokoena’s lesson demonstrates the purpose of
History as a school subject. (4)
Firstly, the lesson shows learners that History is not simply about memorising dates,
names and events. By asking them to investigate how earlier South African events
still affect society today, Ms Mokoena helps them see History as the study of
change, continuity, cause and consequence. Learners begin to understand why the
past still matters in present-day life.
Secondly, the lesson presents History as a process of enquiry. Learners must work
with photographs, newspaper reports, oral accounts and written historical texts,
compare the information and decide what the evidence suggests. This develops
disciplined historical thinking because learners must question sources instead of
accepting one version of the past without examination.
1.2 How the lesson can help learners understand the relationship between the
past, present and future. (4)
The lesson helps learners see that the past, present and future are connected rather
than separate periods. When learners trace the effects of a past event into
contemporary South Africa, they can identify how earlier decisions, conflicts, laws or
social changes continue to shape present conditions. They also learn that present
choices can create consequences for people in the future. This understanding
encourages learners to think carefully about patterns of change and continuity and to
recognise that knowledge of the past can help society make more informed
decisions about future challenges.
1.3 TWO aims of History demonstrated in the scenario and how each is
promoted. (4)
One aim is to develop the ability to undertake historical enquiry. Ms Mokoena
promotes this aim by giving learners several kinds of sources and requiring them to
compare, question and interpret the evidence before reaching conclusions.
A second aim is to develop knowledge and understanding of the past and the forces
Assignment 6 2026
Unique number:
Due date: October 2026
QUESTION 1: THE PURPOSE AND AIMS OF HISTORY [20]
1.1 TWO ways in which Ms Mokoena’s lesson demonstrates the purpose of
History as a school subject. (4)
Firstly, the lesson shows learners that History is not simply about memorising dates,
names and events. By asking them to investigate how earlier South African events
still affect society today, Ms Mokoena helps them see History as the study of
change, continuity, cause and consequence. Learners begin to understand why the
past still matters in present-day life.
Secondly, the lesson presents History as a process of enquiry. Learners must work
with photographs, newspaper reports, oral accounts and written historical texts,
compare the information and decide what the evidence suggests. This develops
, QUESTION 1: THE PURPOSE AND AIMS OF HISTORY [20]
1.1 TWO ways in which Ms Mokoena’s lesson demonstrates the purpose of
History as a school subject. (4)
Firstly, the lesson shows learners that History is not simply about memorising dates,
names and events. By asking them to investigate how earlier South African events
still affect society today, Ms Mokoena helps them see History as the study of
change, continuity, cause and consequence. Learners begin to understand why the
past still matters in present-day life.
Secondly, the lesson presents History as a process of enquiry. Learners must work
with photographs, newspaper reports, oral accounts and written historical texts,
compare the information and decide what the evidence suggests. This develops
disciplined historical thinking because learners must question sources instead of
accepting one version of the past without examination.
1.2 How the lesson can help learners understand the relationship between the
past, present and future. (4)
The lesson helps learners see that the past, present and future are connected rather
than separate periods. When learners trace the effects of a past event into
contemporary South Africa, they can identify how earlier decisions, conflicts, laws or
social changes continue to shape present conditions. They also learn that present
choices can create consequences for people in the future. This understanding
encourages learners to think carefully about patterns of change and continuity and to
recognise that knowledge of the past can help society make more informed
decisions about future challenges.
1.3 TWO aims of History demonstrated in the scenario and how each is
promoted. (4)
One aim is to develop the ability to undertake historical enquiry. Ms Mokoena
promotes this aim by giving learners several kinds of sources and requiring them to
compare, question and interpret the evidence before reaching conclusions.
A second aim is to develop knowledge and understanding of the past and the forces
