, TMS3714 ASSIGNENT 6 ANSWERS
DUE DATE: OCTOBER 2026
QUESTION 1:
1.1 Explain TWO ways in which Ms Mokoena's lesson demonstrates the purpose of
History as a school subject. (4)
Firstly, the lesson shows that History helps learners understand how the past continues to
influence the present. By investigating historical events and their effects on contemporary
South African society, learners see that History is relevant to their lives and communities
(DBE, 2026). Secondly, the lesson develops critical thinking because learners compare
photographs, newspaper reports, oral accounts and written texts instead of simply
memorising information. This reflects the CAPS view of History as a process of enquiry
based on evidence (DBE, 2026).
1.2 Explain how the lesson can help learners understand the relationship between
the past, present and future. (4)
The lesson shows learners that present-day society has been shaped by events and
decisions made in the past. By examining how historical events continue to affect
contemporary South Africa, learners can identify continuity and change over time. They can
also consider how present decisions may influence future generations. History therefore
helps learners understand connections between past experiences, current circumstances
and possible future developments (DBE, 2026).
1.3 Identify TWO aims of History demonstrated in the scenario and explain how each
is promoted. (4)
One aim is to develop historical enquiry skills. Learners achieve this by examining and
comparing different sources to investigate historical events. Another aim is to develop an
understanding of different interpretations of the past. By comparing newspaper reports,
oral accounts and written texts, learners recognise that historical events can be viewed
from different perspectives (DBE, 2026).
DUE DATE: OCTOBER 2026
QUESTION 1:
1.1 Explain TWO ways in which Ms Mokoena's lesson demonstrates the purpose of
History as a school subject. (4)
Firstly, the lesson shows that History helps learners understand how the past continues to
influence the present. By investigating historical events and their effects on contemporary
South African society, learners see that History is relevant to their lives and communities
(DBE, 2026). Secondly, the lesson develops critical thinking because learners compare
photographs, newspaper reports, oral accounts and written texts instead of simply
memorising information. This reflects the CAPS view of History as a process of enquiry
based on evidence (DBE, 2026).
1.2 Explain how the lesson can help learners understand the relationship between
the past, present and future. (4)
The lesson shows learners that present-day society has been shaped by events and
decisions made in the past. By examining how historical events continue to affect
contemporary South Africa, learners can identify continuity and change over time. They can
also consider how present decisions may influence future generations. History therefore
helps learners understand connections between past experiences, current circumstances
and possible future developments (DBE, 2026).
1.3 Identify TWO aims of History demonstrated in the scenario and explain how each
is promoted. (4)
One aim is to develop historical enquiry skills. Learners achieve this by examining and
comparing different sources to investigate historical events. Another aim is to develop an
understanding of different interpretations of the past. By comparing newspaper reports,
oral accounts and written texts, learners recognise that historical events can be viewed
from different perspectives (DBE, 2026).
