This paper is divided into two sections. Section A comprises short questions, while
Section B consists of an essay. All questions in both sections are mandatory.
Section A
1. Discuss the contributions of the Renaissance period including that of
Shakespeare to the English Language.
20 marks (about one
page)
2. Dowling (2017) cautions that new language varieties might be ‘creative
and funky, stylish and cool, but [believes that] they are not helpful if
you want access to a good education and a well-paid job’
forenglish). Schneider (2011: 223) argues that ‘gatekeepers of linguistic
propriety tend to resent these mixed varieties everywhere…’.
Write a response that reflects whether you agree or disagree with the
opinions expressed in the excerpt. Justify your position.
30 marks (about 1½
pages)
Guidelines for short to medium-length responses.
• Marks will be awarded for a depth of analysis and critical examination of the
topic.
• Remember to provide a balanced discussion, citing relevant sources and
examples to support your points, and demonstrate a nuanced understanding of
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the topic. Additionally, adhere to academic writing conventions regarding
structure, referencing, and citation.
• Your response should reflect organization, coherence, and clarity of expression
and the incorporation of specific examples and evidence to support arguments.
• There is no limit on word count except that you should focus on well-justified
arguments instead of the number of words.
Please note that while these are short questions and not essays, your
responses should have the following:
• Well-constructed arguments with proper in-text citations and references.
• Substantiated arguments.
• A high level of originality.
• Editing and proofreading.
• Academic conventions.
• Coherence and cohesion.
• While you should be guided by the suggested length of responses, be aware
that content, arguments, substantiation, cohesion, and coherence have more
significance. Penalties will only be incurred if you go unnecessarily way over by
becoming repetitive and laborious. Please edit your work.
• Don’t count your words; weigh them!
TOTAL: 50 MARKS
Section B
3. Write an essay of between 1200 to 1500 words, that analyses the socio-
political aspects of linguistic diversity in post-apartheid South Africa.
Your essay should explore how various forms of English reveal and
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