TMS3719
ASSIGNMENT 3 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 2025
, Question 1 [35 Marks]
1.1 Paraphrasing vs Summarising (4 marks)
Paraphrasing means restating a specific passage or idea from a text in your
own words without changing its meaning. It is usually about the same length as
the original.
o Example: Original: "Teachers must ensure learners are engaged."
Paraphrase: "It is important for educators to keep their students actively
involved."
Summarising involves condensing the main ideas of a longer text into a brief
overview.
o Example: Original: A paragraph on why listening skills matter in class.
Summary: "Listening skills are vital for effective learning."
1.2 Teaching the Three Listening Phases in Grade 11 (21 marks)
Pre-listening phase:
Activate prior knowledge.
Set a purpose for listening.
Teach key vocabulary.
Example: Before playing a radio clip on climate change, ask: "What do you know
about climate change?"
While-listening phase:
Learners actively listen for specific information.
Use guiding questions or worksheets.
ASSIGNMENT 3 2025
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 2025
, Question 1 [35 Marks]
1.1 Paraphrasing vs Summarising (4 marks)
Paraphrasing means restating a specific passage or idea from a text in your
own words without changing its meaning. It is usually about the same length as
the original.
o Example: Original: "Teachers must ensure learners are engaged."
Paraphrase: "It is important for educators to keep their students actively
involved."
Summarising involves condensing the main ideas of a longer text into a brief
overview.
o Example: Original: A paragraph on why listening skills matter in class.
Summary: "Listening skills are vital for effective learning."
1.2 Teaching the Three Listening Phases in Grade 11 (21 marks)
Pre-listening phase:
Activate prior knowledge.
Set a purpose for listening.
Teach key vocabulary.
Example: Before playing a radio clip on climate change, ask: "What do you know
about climate change?"
While-listening phase:
Learners actively listen for specific information.
Use guiding questions or worksheets.
