Date: MARCH 2025
Time: 1 HOUR
Marks: 50
Grade: 8
Subject: SOCIAL SCIENCE - GEOGRAPHY
Paper: 1
Name and Surname:
General instructions for the writing of exams:
1. Quickly scan through your entire paper.
2. Read the question twice before you begin.
3. Make sure to answer ALL questions.
4. Write neatly and legibly.
5 If you struggle too much with a question, move on to the next one and return
once you have answered all the other questions.
6. If the question calls for a longer answer, plan before you start writing.
7. For any answer longer than 1-2 words, always write in full sentences.
8. Make sure every point you make refers to the central question.
9. Use correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation to the best of your ability.
10. If you make a mistake, cross it out clearly with a single, neat line and write the
correct answer instead.
11. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this
question paper.
12. Present your answers according to the instructions for each question.
CONTENTS COVERED IN THIS TEST:
Maps and atlases
The globe
Satellite images
Good luck with your exam!
Pg 1/5 www.summariessa.co.za Author: DAN SMI
Grade: 8 Subject: SS- Date: MARCH
GEOGRAPHY 2025
, QUESTION 1
1.1 Match the terms in column A with the description in Column B. Write
only the correct letter (A-E) next to the question number (1.1.1 –
1.1.5). Example: 1.1.6 - F
COLUMN A COLUMN B
Grid system that uses degrees and
1.1.1 Atlas Scales A
minutes to locate places on Earth
Latitude and causes day and night and causes
1.1.2 B
Longitude: seasons
Different map levels show the world,
1.1.3 Time Zones C
regions, or local areas.
Earth's
Pictures taken from space to show
1.1.4 Movements: D
Earth’s surface and weather patterns
Rotation
Regions with the same standard time;
1.1.5 Satellite Images E include South African Standard Time
and the International Date Line.
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Pg 2/5 www.summariessa.co.za Author: DAN SMI
Grade: 8 Subject: SS- Date: MARCH
GEOGRAPHY 2025
Time: 1 HOUR
Marks: 50
Grade: 8
Subject: SOCIAL SCIENCE - GEOGRAPHY
Paper: 1
Name and Surname:
General instructions for the writing of exams:
1. Quickly scan through your entire paper.
2. Read the question twice before you begin.
3. Make sure to answer ALL questions.
4. Write neatly and legibly.
5 If you struggle too much with a question, move on to the next one and return
once you have answered all the other questions.
6. If the question calls for a longer answer, plan before you start writing.
7. For any answer longer than 1-2 words, always write in full sentences.
8. Make sure every point you make refers to the central question.
9. Use correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation to the best of your ability.
10. If you make a mistake, cross it out clearly with a single, neat line and write the
correct answer instead.
11. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this
question paper.
12. Present your answers according to the instructions for each question.
CONTENTS COVERED IN THIS TEST:
Maps and atlases
The globe
Satellite images
Good luck with your exam!
Pg 1/5 www.summariessa.co.za Author: DAN SMI
Grade: 8 Subject: SS- Date: MARCH
GEOGRAPHY 2025
, QUESTION 1
1.1 Match the terms in column A with the description in Column B. Write
only the correct letter (A-E) next to the question number (1.1.1 –
1.1.5). Example: 1.1.6 - F
COLUMN A COLUMN B
Grid system that uses degrees and
1.1.1 Atlas Scales A
minutes to locate places on Earth
Latitude and causes day and night and causes
1.1.2 B
Longitude: seasons
Different map levels show the world,
1.1.3 Time Zones C
regions, or local areas.
Earth's
Pictures taken from space to show
1.1.4 Movements: D
Earth’s surface and weather patterns
Rotation
Regions with the same standard time;
1.1.5 Satellite Images E include South African Standard Time
and the International Date Line.
[5]
Pg 2/5 www.summariessa.co.za Author: DAN SMI
Grade: 8 Subject: SS- Date: MARCH
GEOGRAPHY 2025
