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ENG1502 ASSIGNMENT 03 YEAR MODULE 2024
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- University Of South Africa (Unisa)
ENG1502 ASSIGNMENT 03 YEAR MODULE 2024
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MODULE CODE: ENG1502
MODULE NAME: FOUNDATIONS IN
APPLIED ENGLISH LANGUAGE STUDIES
ASSIGNMENT 03
YEAR MODULE 2024
, 1. What is the writer’s purpose with this text? Support the answer by referring
closely to the text.
The purpose of the writer in the provided text is to inform the audience about the critical
state of South Africa’s water crisis and the deteriorating quality of the country's water
infrastructure. The text highlights the findings from the Blue Drop Audit Report, which is
designed to ensure that water service authorities are held responsible for providing safe
drinking water. The writer details several alarming statistics, such as the fact that 46% of
all water supply systems pose serious health risks due to contamination by bacteria or
pathogens. It is stated that more than 67% of wastewater treatment facilities are on the
verge of failure. This informs readers about the severity and scope of the issue, painting
a comprehensive picture of the challenges faced by South Africa in terms of water
quality and infrastructure.
The writer also aims to raise awareness about the widespread issue of water loss due
to leaks, with over 47% of clean and treated water being wasted or unaccounted for.
Presenting these facts, the writer intends to emphasize the urgency of addressing the
problems within the water supply systems and the need for immediate and effective
intervention to prevent further deterioration and health risks. The text's informative
nature is further supported by the detailed presentation of the audit findings, such as the
drop in the national Blue Drop Risk Rating from 52.3% in 2022 to 47.15% in 2023,
indicating some improvements in water supply systems. However, the writer cautions
against celebrating these improvements prematurely, noting that only 26 of the 958
water supply systems in South Africa meet the criteria for Blue Drop certification, which
requires 95% compliance with standards for delivering clean water.
Overall, the writer’s purpose is to shed light on the critical state of South Africa’s water
infrastructure, inform the public about the associated health risks, and call for urgent
measures to improve water quality and infrastructure management.
2. Who are the potential audience of the text? Explain and support your answer
by referring to the text.
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