ENG1502 EXAM PACKS/NOTES
2023/2024
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,UNIVERSITY
EXAMINATIONS
JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2024
ENG1502
Foundation in Applied English Language
Studies
100 Marks
Duration: 4 Hours
First Examiners: Dr S. Lediga
Dr D. Mkhize
Second Examiners: Dr V Hlatshwayo
Mr S. Maluleke
____________________________________________________________________________________
This paper consists of 7 (seven) pages.
Instructions
1. There are THREE sections in this question paper. Answer ALL sections and questions.
2. Number each question clearly and correctly.
3. Read each question carefully and follow the instructions given.
4. The length and extent of your response to each question should be guided by the mark allocation,
the instructional key words and the required content.
5. The examination will take place on the Online Assessment tool the myExams platform. If you are
unsure how to submit your answers on myExams, follow the step-by-step guide available on the
university’s website.
6. This examination is proctored using an Invigilator Application. It is compulsory that you use the
application. Instructions on the App are in the following pages.
Invigilator App QR code and Instructions
,• Ensure you are connected to the internet to log into the Invigilator App and scan this QR code.
• If you encounter difficulty in scanning the QR code, you can alternatively enter the Exam Access
Code below the QR code to start the invigilation.
• Unless otherwise specified by your institution, note that you can only scan this QR code once. If
your assessment has multiple online sections, tests or attempts, you should NOT finish the
invigilation until your entire assessment has been completed.
• Only scan the QR code when the assessment formally commences.
• The QR code is only scannable for a limited time and it should therefore be scanned as soon as
possible to start the invigilation.
• Ensure you are connected to the internet to log into the Invigilator App and scan this QR code.
• Once the QR code is scanned, ensure your media volume Is turned up and place your
smartphone next to you. The Invigilator App will notify you with a notification beep when you
are required to action a request, which you should then perform.
• We recommend that you keep your smartphone on charge for the duration of the assessment.
• If you only have one device you may access your assessment in the application by pressing the
‘Access Exam’ button in the top right corner of your app.
• Keep the Invigilator App open on your cell phone for the full duration of the assessment. You are
not allowed to minimise or leave the app.
• Ensure you are connected to the internet in order to commence the invigilation as well as at the
end of the assessment. No internet connection is required during the assessment.
• You have to adhere to the assessment time limit communicated to you by your institution as the
time displayed in the Invigilator App could differ from the time allocated to complete your
assessment.
• You can click the "Finish Assessment" button in the app if you finish your assessment early.
• If you are performing a written or Scan-and-Upload assessment:
, • The Invigilator App may request you to take a picture of every page of your answer sheet at the
end of the assessment. Unless otherwise specified by your institution, this does NOT replace the
normal upload of your script to your institution’s online portal
• After completing invigilation and following all app instructions, you must upload your
Invigilation App data. If however there is a delay in the upload of the app data at the end of the
assessment, you should prioritise the upload of your script to your university portal and you can
temporarily minimise the app to do so. Uploading of app data is not time sensitive and you can
come back and do it after you have successfully uploaded your script to the exam portal.
• Should you encounter any technical difficulty, please WhatsApp the Invigilator Helpdesk on 073
505 8273
SECTION A: Languages and Varieties
QUESTION 1
In Unit 1 you are introduced to language as a system and to the different components of language. Read
the following statements. State whether each statement is TRUE or FALSE and give a reason for your
answer.
1.1 Language as a system of rules means that there is a set of rules that applies to all languages;
however, the rules exclude orthography. (2 marks)
1.2 The study of physiological qualities of speech sounds is known as phonology. (2 marks)
1.3 To understand that the word blackboard is a combination of two words, one needs to draw on their
knowledge of syntax. (2 marks)
1.4 Pragmatics can best be described as the actual meaning of words used in oral or written language.
(2 marks)
1.5 Multilingualism and multiculturalism in South Africa has led to more than one English variety.
(2 marks)
QUESTION 2
2.1 In your own words, explain what is meant by a non-standard variety of English in South Africa.
Provide two examples in your discussion. (5 marks)
Consider the table below and answer the following questions:
South African Standard English Non-standard English Variety
1) He likes listening to music He is always listening for his musics
2023/2024
THE DOCUMENT INCLUDES:
• JANUARY/FEBRUARY SUPPLEMENTARY 2024
• OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2023
• JANUARY/FEBRUARY SUPPLEMENTARY 2023
,UNIVERSITY
EXAMINATIONS
JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2024
ENG1502
Foundation in Applied English Language
Studies
100 Marks
Duration: 4 Hours
First Examiners: Dr S. Lediga
Dr D. Mkhize
Second Examiners: Dr V Hlatshwayo
Mr S. Maluleke
____________________________________________________________________________________
This paper consists of 7 (seven) pages.
Instructions
1. There are THREE sections in this question paper. Answer ALL sections and questions.
2. Number each question clearly and correctly.
3. Read each question carefully and follow the instructions given.
4. The length and extent of your response to each question should be guided by the mark allocation,
the instructional key words and the required content.
5. The examination will take place on the Online Assessment tool the myExams platform. If you are
unsure how to submit your answers on myExams, follow the step-by-step guide available on the
university’s website.
6. This examination is proctored using an Invigilator Application. It is compulsory that you use the
application. Instructions on the App are in the following pages.
Invigilator App QR code and Instructions
,• Ensure you are connected to the internet to log into the Invigilator App and scan this QR code.
• If you encounter difficulty in scanning the QR code, you can alternatively enter the Exam Access
Code below the QR code to start the invigilation.
• Unless otherwise specified by your institution, note that you can only scan this QR code once. If
your assessment has multiple online sections, tests or attempts, you should NOT finish the
invigilation until your entire assessment has been completed.
• Only scan the QR code when the assessment formally commences.
• The QR code is only scannable for a limited time and it should therefore be scanned as soon as
possible to start the invigilation.
• Ensure you are connected to the internet to log into the Invigilator App and scan this QR code.
• Once the QR code is scanned, ensure your media volume Is turned up and place your
smartphone next to you. The Invigilator App will notify you with a notification beep when you
are required to action a request, which you should then perform.
• We recommend that you keep your smartphone on charge for the duration of the assessment.
• If you only have one device you may access your assessment in the application by pressing the
‘Access Exam’ button in the top right corner of your app.
• Keep the Invigilator App open on your cell phone for the full duration of the assessment. You are
not allowed to minimise or leave the app.
• Ensure you are connected to the internet in order to commence the invigilation as well as at the
end of the assessment. No internet connection is required during the assessment.
• You have to adhere to the assessment time limit communicated to you by your institution as the
time displayed in the Invigilator App could differ from the time allocated to complete your
assessment.
• You can click the "Finish Assessment" button in the app if you finish your assessment early.
• If you are performing a written or Scan-and-Upload assessment:
, • The Invigilator App may request you to take a picture of every page of your answer sheet at the
end of the assessment. Unless otherwise specified by your institution, this does NOT replace the
normal upload of your script to your institution’s online portal
• After completing invigilation and following all app instructions, you must upload your
Invigilation App data. If however there is a delay in the upload of the app data at the end of the
assessment, you should prioritise the upload of your script to your university portal and you can
temporarily minimise the app to do so. Uploading of app data is not time sensitive and you can
come back and do it after you have successfully uploaded your script to the exam portal.
• Should you encounter any technical difficulty, please WhatsApp the Invigilator Helpdesk on 073
505 8273
SECTION A: Languages and Varieties
QUESTION 1
In Unit 1 you are introduced to language as a system and to the different components of language. Read
the following statements. State whether each statement is TRUE or FALSE and give a reason for your
answer.
1.1 Language as a system of rules means that there is a set of rules that applies to all languages;
however, the rules exclude orthography. (2 marks)
1.2 The study of physiological qualities of speech sounds is known as phonology. (2 marks)
1.3 To understand that the word blackboard is a combination of two words, one needs to draw on their
knowledge of syntax. (2 marks)
1.4 Pragmatics can best be described as the actual meaning of words used in oral or written language.
(2 marks)
1.5 Multilingualism and multiculturalism in South Africa has led to more than one English variety.
(2 marks)
QUESTION 2
2.1 In your own words, explain what is meant by a non-standard variety of English in South Africa.
Provide two examples in your discussion. (5 marks)
Consider the table below and answer the following questions:
South African Standard English Non-standard English Variety
1) He likes listening to music He is always listening for his musics
