Western Cape Education Department
Directorate: Curriculum FET
LIFE ORIENTATION
REVISION BOOKLET
2023 TERM 1
Grade 12
This revision program is designed to assist you in revising the critical
content and skills that you have covered during the 1st term. The purpose
is to prepare you to understand the key concepts and to provide you with
an opportunity to establish the required standard and the application of
the knowledge necessary to succeed in the examination.
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Stress
Question 1
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 number (1.1.1–1.1.9),
for example 1.1.11 D.
1.1.1 Choose the BEST description of chronic stress from the following options:
A. It is a reaction to an immediate threat, commonly known as the fight or flight response.
B. It is stress that is caused by physical harm, such as sexual abuse or violence.
C. It is stress caused by relationships, the inability to socialize and the social environment.
D. It is a state of prolonged tension from internal or external stressors which may cause various
physical symptoms. (1)
1.1.2 In stress management you need to identify the causes of your stress and …
A. be aware of your thinking patterns.
B. drink lots of energy drinks.
C. work longer hours and eat enough food.
D. speak to everyone about your problems. (1)
1.1.3 Which definition best applies to eustress?
A. A negative response you have to a stressor, which can depend on your current feelings of
control, desirability, location and timing of the stressor.
B. A stress that is objectively measured through, among other indicators, Blood pressure rate,
muscle tension and absenteeism rates.
C. The stress that has a beneficial effect, being either psychological, physical or biochemical.
D. Persistent stress that is not resolved through coping or adaptation. (1)
1.1.4 Which of the following is an example of eustress:
A. the death of a family member
B. sleep problems
C. conflict in personal relationships
D. receiving a promotion or raise at work. (1)
1.1.5 Acute stress is:
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A. an intense type of stress which causes 80% of illnesses.
B. the stress that prevents us from locating what we need quickly.
C. an intense type of stress brought on by daily challenges but passes quickly.
D. relates to long-term problems and affects a person emotionally (1)
1.2 Give ONE word/term for each of the following descriptions. Write only the word/term
next to the question number (1.2.1–1.2.4).
1.2.1 A type of stressor that originates from destructive relationships with others (1)
1.2.2 A hormone that is released into the blood stream in reaction to stress. (1)
1.2.3 A reaction caused by ongoing, increasing or new pressures or demands. (1)
1.2.4 A method and one of the best ways to relieve stress. (1)
1.3 Answer the following questions by writing the answer next to the question number
(1.3.1– 1.3.5). Write your answer in full sentences.
1.3.1 The symptoms of long-term stress show themselves in three ways, namely in physical ailments,
negative emotions and behavioural problems.
1.3.1.1 Give an example of a physical symptom. (1)
1.3.2.2 Give an example of a behavioural problem. (1)
1.3.2 Explain TWO ways how negative stress can affect a person’s quality of life. (2 x 2) (4)
1.3.3 Explain the difference between positive stress and negative stress and show
how a personal life crisis can lead to positive stress. (2 + 1) (3)
1.3.4 Give ONE example how to manage stress. (1)
1.3.5 Explain why it may be beneficial to include more low-impact exercises
in your fitness routine. (1 x 2) (2)
Question 2
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Read the extract below and answer the questions that follow.
HALF OF SCHOOL CHILDREN SUFFER FROM STRESS
According to a psychologist writing for the Daily Mail newspaper, half of school children aged 8 to 18
are stressed and anxious about their academic performance. He maintained that the root of the
problem pointed towards a culture of over examination, as children in South Africa face tough
examinations at the end of Grades 3, 6, 9 and 12. He added that the overemphasis of external
examinations in the country is far greater than in other countries.
(Adapted from www.fedhealth.co.za. Accessed on 24 November 2015)
Write an essay on stress and examination writing skills in which you include the following:
2.1 Define an emotional stressor and explain why the fear of failure in an examination can
be classified as such a stressor. (1 +2) (3)
2.2 Discuss THREE ways in which school-based assessment can assist in reducing pressure
of external examinations. (3 x 2) (6)
Question 3
Read the extract below and answer the questions that follow.
FROM MATRIC RESULTS TO FREE HIGHER EDUCATION
Matric results, as a common social stressor, tend to raise a lot of emotions among learners and their parents, as
some learners’ commitment to further studies have not yet been finalized due to various challenges they face.
However, some of these challenges may be overcome after the most recent announcement of free higher
education by the government.
Unfortunately, many hopeful applicants could still be turned away by tertiary institutions.
(Adapted from www.city-press.news24.com. Assessed on 9 January 2018)
3.1 Define the term social stressor and explain how societal expectations with regard to
matric results could affect learners emotionally. (1 + 2) (3)
3.2 Explain ONE coping skill that can help learners deal with the stress they might experience
after receiving disappointing matric results. (1 x 2) (2)
3.3 Discuss ONE possible challenge learners may face should they no longer qualify for them
intended course of study. (1 x 2) (2)
Conflict resolution, communication Skills and sports
Directorate: Curriculum FET
LIFE ORIENTATION
REVISION BOOKLET
2023 TERM 1
Grade 12
This revision program is designed to assist you in revising the critical
content and skills that you have covered during the 1st term. The purpose
is to prepare you to understand the key concepts and to provide you with
an opportunity to establish the required standard and the application of
the knowledge necessary to succeed in the examination.
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LO Revision Booklet 2023 Grade 12 Term 1
Stress
Question 1
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 number (1.1.1–1.1.9),
for example 1.1.11 D.
1.1.1 Choose the BEST description of chronic stress from the following options:
A. It is a reaction to an immediate threat, commonly known as the fight or flight response.
B. It is stress that is caused by physical harm, such as sexual abuse or violence.
C. It is stress caused by relationships, the inability to socialize and the social environment.
D. It is a state of prolonged tension from internal or external stressors which may cause various
physical symptoms. (1)
1.1.2 In stress management you need to identify the causes of your stress and …
A. be aware of your thinking patterns.
B. drink lots of energy drinks.
C. work longer hours and eat enough food.
D. speak to everyone about your problems. (1)
1.1.3 Which definition best applies to eustress?
A. A negative response you have to a stressor, which can depend on your current feelings of
control, desirability, location and timing of the stressor.
B. A stress that is objectively measured through, among other indicators, Blood pressure rate,
muscle tension and absenteeism rates.
C. The stress that has a beneficial effect, being either psychological, physical or biochemical.
D. Persistent stress that is not resolved through coping or adaptation. (1)
1.1.4 Which of the following is an example of eustress:
A. the death of a family member
B. sleep problems
C. conflict in personal relationships
D. receiving a promotion or raise at work. (1)
1.1.5 Acute stress is:
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A. an intense type of stress which causes 80% of illnesses.
B. the stress that prevents us from locating what we need quickly.
C. an intense type of stress brought on by daily challenges but passes quickly.
D. relates to long-term problems and affects a person emotionally (1)
1.2 Give ONE word/term for each of the following descriptions. Write only the word/term
next to the question number (1.2.1–1.2.4).
1.2.1 A type of stressor that originates from destructive relationships with others (1)
1.2.2 A hormone that is released into the blood stream in reaction to stress. (1)
1.2.3 A reaction caused by ongoing, increasing or new pressures or demands. (1)
1.2.4 A method and one of the best ways to relieve stress. (1)
1.3 Answer the following questions by writing the answer next to the question number
(1.3.1– 1.3.5). Write your answer in full sentences.
1.3.1 The symptoms of long-term stress show themselves in three ways, namely in physical ailments,
negative emotions and behavioural problems.
1.3.1.1 Give an example of a physical symptom. (1)
1.3.2.2 Give an example of a behavioural problem. (1)
1.3.2 Explain TWO ways how negative stress can affect a person’s quality of life. (2 x 2) (4)
1.3.3 Explain the difference between positive stress and negative stress and show
how a personal life crisis can lead to positive stress. (2 + 1) (3)
1.3.4 Give ONE example how to manage stress. (1)
1.3.5 Explain why it may be beneficial to include more low-impact exercises
in your fitness routine. (1 x 2) (2)
Question 2
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LO Revision Booklet 2023 Grade 12 Term 1
Read the extract below and answer the questions that follow.
HALF OF SCHOOL CHILDREN SUFFER FROM STRESS
According to a psychologist writing for the Daily Mail newspaper, half of school children aged 8 to 18
are stressed and anxious about their academic performance. He maintained that the root of the
problem pointed towards a culture of over examination, as children in South Africa face tough
examinations at the end of Grades 3, 6, 9 and 12. He added that the overemphasis of external
examinations in the country is far greater than in other countries.
(Adapted from www.fedhealth.co.za. Accessed on 24 November 2015)
Write an essay on stress and examination writing skills in which you include the following:
2.1 Define an emotional stressor and explain why the fear of failure in an examination can
be classified as such a stressor. (1 +2) (3)
2.2 Discuss THREE ways in which school-based assessment can assist in reducing pressure
of external examinations. (3 x 2) (6)
Question 3
Read the extract below and answer the questions that follow.
FROM MATRIC RESULTS TO FREE HIGHER EDUCATION
Matric results, as a common social stressor, tend to raise a lot of emotions among learners and their parents, as
some learners’ commitment to further studies have not yet been finalized due to various challenges they face.
However, some of these challenges may be overcome after the most recent announcement of free higher
education by the government.
Unfortunately, many hopeful applicants could still be turned away by tertiary institutions.
(Adapted from www.city-press.news24.com. Assessed on 9 January 2018)
3.1 Define the term social stressor and explain how societal expectations with regard to
matric results could affect learners emotionally. (1 + 2) (3)
3.2 Explain ONE coping skill that can help learners deal with the stress they might experience
after receiving disappointing matric results. (1 x 2) (2)
3.3 Discuss ONE possible challenge learners may face should they no longer qualify for them
intended course of study. (1 x 2) (2)
Conflict resolution, communication Skills and sports
