Eng1503 Assignment 1 (Detailed Answers) Semester 2 2026 - Distinction Guaranteed

ENG1503 Assignment 1 (DETAILED ANSWERS) Semester 2 2026 - DISTINCTION GUARANTEED - DISTINCTION GUARANTEED - DISTINCTION GUARANTEED - DISTINCTION GUARANTEED Answers, guidelines, workings and references.. 1. In 150 words, summarise the THREE main points of the text, demonstrating your understanding of the key issues and findings. • 3 main points = 6 marks • Language = 2 marks • Structure = 2 marks (10 marks) 2. Why do you think skills shortages are considered the biggest challenge facing businesses in South Africa? Explain in THREE points and in a paragraph of 150 words. • Explanation = 6 marks • Language = 2 marks • Structure = 2 marks (10 marks) 3. In a paragraph of 150 words, provide THREE suggestions on the roles that businesses, government, and educational institutions should play in reducing skills shortages in South Africa. • 3 suggestions = 6 marks • Language = 2 marks • Structure = 2 marks (10 marks) 4. In a paragraph of 150 words, identify TWO skills shortages mentioned in the article and explain how each one is important for businesses. Refer to the text to support your answer. Downloaded by Edge Tutor (collegez2001xyz@gmail.com) lOMoARcPSD| ENG1503/Assignment 01/S2/2026 • Identified skills = 2 marks • Explanation and reference for each = 4 marks • Language = 2 marks • Structure = 2 marks (10 marks) 5. According to paragraph 1, the author notes that ‘skills shortages affect not only job seekers but also business productivity, growth and competitiveness’. In 150 words, agree or disagree with this statement. In your answer, you should quote from the text and use your own knowledge to support your arguments.