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Life Orientation Grade 7

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Table of Contents
1 Term 1
1.1 Personal eating habits and diet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 To address environmental health problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.3 Ways to live with diseases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.4 Personal feelings, community norms, values and social pressure regarding sexual-
ity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

2 Term 2
2.1 Ten fundamental values and human rights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.2 The inuence of sexism, gender discrimination and abuse on personal relation-
ships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.3 Importance of volunteer organisations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
2.4 Hoe diverse cultures enrich our society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
2.5 Oral traditions and writings of various world religions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

3 Term 3
3.1 Strategy for the implementation and enhancement of a personal self-image and
that of others by means of a positive approach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
3.2 Inuence of the media on people's choices for a personal lifestyle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
3.3 Dealing with emotions and reacting to change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
3.4 Respect for fellow human beings and dealing with dierences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

4 Term 4
4.1 Outdoor adventure and orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
4.2 Gymnastic activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
4.3 A tness programme for cycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
4.4 Invasion Game . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
4.5 Good sportmanship and fairness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
4.6 Orientation towards one's future career . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Attributions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
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Chapter 1

Term 1

1.1 Personal eating habits and diet 1

1.1.1 LIFE ORIENTATION


1.1.2 Grade 7
1.1.3 A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
1.1.4 Module 1
1.1.5 PERSONAL EATING HABITS AND DIET
Ways in which personal eating habits and diet can be improved.
The following factors inuence the nutritional value of the food that we eat:

• Manner in which it is prepared: rinsing, washing of hands.


• Cooking method: deep frying, steaming.
• Additives: colorants, avourants.
• Insecticides: snail bait, pest control.
• Rening of products: rened our, brown rice.
• Food storage, preservatives: long life milk, food irradiation.
• Manipulation of meat and milk products: growth hormones, free-range eggs.

1.1.6 Activity 1:
1.1.7 To discuss key words
1.1.8 [LO 1.1]
Group assignment
Each of the points contains one or more key words. Each group discusses what the specic point means to
them. Have a brainstorming session and write down at least 10 key words that describe each point. Sketches
can also be used instead of words. Remember that key words could imply good or bad practices. Indicate
good or bad by making a tick or a cross in colour next to the word(s). At the end of the discussion the
groups must give feedback to the rest of the learners.
Finally, the class as a whole discusses all the negative inuences identied by the group.

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1.1.9 Activity 2:
1.1.10 To read a text and answer the subsequent questions
1.1.11 [LO 1.1]
Individual assignment
Read the following information and then carry out the instructions:
Take ve for health!
In the hustle and bustle of modern-day life we are often too busy to prepare and enjoy a nutritious meal.
In addition, the media, and sometimes even our friends, confuse us by propagating contradictory information
about healthy eating habits. How on earth must we know what to eat and what to avoid?
Stress, caeine, smoking, eating on the run, and dependence on fast foods are just some of the factors
that we have to take into consideration if we want to follow a healthier lifestyle and eat what is really good for
us. It has been scientically proven that specic nutrients, vitamins and minerals are essential in protecting
us against the so-called lifestyle diseases such as coronary disease and cancer.
Fruit is an excellent source of essential nutrients. Fruit is low in calories and fat, and contains both soluble
and insoluble bre that can counteract many kinds of gastric problems such as constipation and cramps. Five
portions of fruit per day would form the basis of a healthy diet programme. But remember: depending on
certain conditions, people's dietary needs may dier. Diabetes, for instance, is a very signicant determining
factor in our choice of foodstus. Before embarking on a strict diet, one should consult a doctor or clinic
sister.
Here are a few hints to consider in following the take ve eating pattern:

• Eating a fruit on the run is an alternative if there isn't any time to sit down to a leisurely meal.
• Spoil yourself with a fruit shake. Blend soft fruits such as bananas or peaches with low fat milk or
yoghurt.
• Satisfy your sweet tooth with fruit instead of dessert.
• Pancakes with fruit llings are deliciously dierent for a party.
• Chopped fresh or dried fruit is a tasty addition to a mixed fresh salad.
• If you make those mouth-watering spoiling mom fritters, substitute half of the oil with apple juice,
and add half a cup of grated apples to the batter.

1. Make a list of ve of your favourite fruits.


2. Write down at least three more fruit hints.

1.1.12 Activity 3:
1.1.13 To complete a quiz
1.1.14 [LO 1.1]
Another individual assignment
Not all fun foods are bad for you. One can feast on popcorn without feeling guilty. Popcorn, corn on the
cob and mealie-meal are the maize products that South Africans consume most. Fortunately, they contain
many nutrients.
Now do the popcorn quiz.(This quiz has been taken from the magazine Longevity, September 2000.)
Answer true or false :
1. Maize (corn, or a mealie) is a vegetable.
2. By eating maize and maize products you can protect your eyesight.
3. Popcorn is just as good for you as corn on the cob.
4. Yellow maize contains just as much carotene as white maize.
5. Maize oil is not a healthy choice in food preparation.
6. Sweetener made from maize products has more nutrient value than sugar.

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Answers to the quiz:


1. False. Maize is a cereal.
2. True. Yellow maize is a rich source of carotene, lutene and zeaxantene that promote good eyesight,
and counteract the growth of eye cataracts.
3. True. Popcorn (without butter and salt) is an excellent low-calorie snack. Pre-packed microwave
popcorn or popcorn you buy at the movies is not as low in calories, and not as healthy, because they contain
vegetable oil and sodium.
4. True. Half a cup of yellow maize contains about 200 IU units of beta-carotene, and white maize none.
5. False. Maize oil is excellent for food preparation and also as a salad dressing. Just like vegetable oils,
it is also low in saturated fats.
6. False. Maize syrup, which is often used in cool drinks and processed foods, has no more nutritional
value than sugar.

1.1.15 Assessment

Learning outcomes(LOs)

LO 1

HEALTH PROMOTIONThe learner will be able to make informed decisions regarding personal, commu-
nity and environmental health.

Assessment standards(ASs)

We know this when the learner:

1.1 proposes ways to improve the nutritional value of own personal diet;

1.2 evaluates actions to address an environmental health problem;

1.3 describes strategies for living with diseases, including HIV/AIDS;

1.4 discusses the personal feelings, community norms, values and social pressures associated with sexuality.

Table 1.1

1.2 To address environmental health problems 2

1.2.1 LIFE ORIENTATION


1.2.2 Grade 7
1.2.3 A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
1.2.4 Module 2
1.2.5 HOW TO ADDRESS ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PROBLEMS
Ways in which environmental health problems can be addressed.

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1.2.6 Activity 1:
1.2.7 To embark on a project as a class or grade
1.2.8 [LO 1.2]
Class or grade activity
(The whole school can be involved in the activity.)
Here is a list of projects that can be undertaken by the class or grade. The projects can be completed
within one day, a number of weeks, or can cover a whole term. Quite a number of skills can be addressed
by undertaking such a project. The successful execution of such a project will have a positive eect on
both humans and animals in the community and also promote the image of the school. There are many
possibilities and learners need not do only the suggested projects. A sudden disaster (e.g. oods, an air
disaster, etc.) can be used very eectively. Remember that it is very important to plan all the phases in
order to achieve success. (Think of using things such as circular letters to all learners, advertisements in the
school, media coverage, guest speakers, thank you letters, and so forth.) Explore the possibility of initiating
and completing a new project every term!
Suggested projects

• Collecting jerseys or clothing for Child Welfare


• Collecting toys for a children's home or nursery school
• Collecting ingredients for soup for an old-age home or for a shelter for street children in winter
• Collecting books for a school that doesn't have a library yet
• Organising a Christmas concert for the local old-age home or hospice
• Taking oral bouquets and cards to the local hospital
• Organising a coin-laying event for the local animal protection unit or the South African Guide Dog
Association
• Participating in Rose Day which is held annually in October and is organised by the Child Welfare
Society or the Rotary organisation
• Having a special Arbour Day event
• Establishing a vegetable garden at your school for the needy people in your area

1.2.9 Assessment

Learning outcomes(LOs)

LO 1

HEALTH PROMOTIONThe learner will be able to make informed decisions regarding personal, commu-
nity and environmental health.

Assessment standards(ASs)

We know this when the learner:

1.1 proposes ways to improve the nutritional value of own personal diet;

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1.2 evaluates actions to address an environmental health problem;

1.3 describes strategies for living with diseases, including HIV/AIDS;

1.4 discusses the personal feelings, community norms, values and social pressures associated with sexuality.

Table 1.2

1.3 Ways to live with diseases 3

1.3.1 LIFE ORIENTATION


1.3.2 Grade 7
1.3.3 HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
1.3.4 Module 3
1.3.5 WAYS TO LIVE WITH DISEASES
Ways to live with diseases (including HIV/AIDS)
It is very important to realise, even at a very young age, that each day that you are alive, is a gift.
Nobody ever knows for sure that he will still be alive the next day. That is why it is important to live each
day as if it might be your last.
People who are aware that they suer from a fatal disease, e.g. cancer or HIV/AIDS, need special
attention and encouragement to remind them daily of their mortality. They have to endure pain and
discomfort that nobody will understand who have not
experienced it.

1.3.6 Activity 1:
1.3.7 To make deductions from a poem
1.3.8 [LO 1.3]
Individual
Read the poem on your own, close your eyes and think about the meaning of the words:
If this were my last day I'm almost sure
I'd spend it working in my garden.
I would dig about my little plants, and try
To make them happy, so they would endure
Long after me. Then I would hide secure
Where my green arbour shades me from the sky,
And watch how bird and bee and buttery
Come hovering to every owery lure.
Then, as I rested, perhaps a friend or two,
Lovers of owers would come, and we would walk
About my little garden paths and talk
Of peaceful times when all the world seemed true.
This may be my last day, for all I know;
What a temptation just to spend it so!
Anne Higgins Spicer (Light from Many Lamps, 1951: 15)

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Arbour means `tree'.


Lure means `to tempt someone to come closer'.
Answer these questions for yourself

• What, in life, is important to this person?


• One could answer: nature, friends and peace.
• What would you like to do on the last day of your life?

1.3.9 Activity 2:
1.3.10 To react to a disease
1.3.11 [LO 1.3]
Group Activity 1
The following list indicates ways to handle a serious disease so that the sick person as well as the people
who are aected by the illness may carry on with their lives in a positive way.
Each group must choose at least two of the strategies for discussion, and also make new suggestions with
regard to handling the diseases.
Acquire information on the disease
Always keep hoping

• Ask relatives to help


• Pray for the person
• Approach a clinic or hospital for help
• Keep cutlery and plates clean
• Prepare special food for the person
• Contact the local hospice
• Be alert to symptoms that might indicate that you also have the disease

1.3.12 Assessment

Learning outcomes(LOs)

LO 1

HEALTH PROMOTIONThe learner will be able to make informed decisions regarding personal, commu-
nity and environmental health.

Assessment standards(ASs)

We know this when the learner:

1.1 proposes ways to improve the nutritional value of own personal diet;

1.2 evaluates actions to address an environmental health problem;

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1.3 describes strategies for living with diseases, including HIV/AIDS;

1.4 discusses the personal feelings, community norms, values and social pressures associated with sexuality.

Table 1.3

1.4 Personal feelings, community norms, values and social pressure


regarding sexuality 4

1.4.1 LIFE ORIENTATION


1.4.2 Grade 7
1.4.3 HEALTHY LIFESTYLE
1.4.4 Module 4
1.4.5 Personal feelings, community norms, values and social pressures associated
with sexuality
1.4.6 Activity 1:
1.4.7 To discuss dangerous situations in our lives as reported in newspapers
1.4.8 [LO 1.4]
1.4.9 Group activity
Read the newspaper reports on the following pages and discuss them in your groups. Talk about situations
experienced by you or your friend, and which you now recognise as being similar, dangerous situations.

1.4.10 Activity 2:
1.4.11 To use news reports for role playing
1.4.12 [LO 1.4]
Alternative group activities
Reports 2 and 3 can be used as court cases with role-playing.
Role players are:

• The judge
• The state prosecutor
• The accused
• The lawyer for the accused
• Witnesses

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1.4.13 Report 1
HERMANUS READY FOR MATRICS' WEEKEND
HERMANUS  Police reinforcements will be deployed here this weekend in anticipation of thousands of
young people who will descend upon the seaside resort and environs for the annual matric weekend.
The notorious weekend after the nal subject of the matric exam has been written draws thousands of
matriculants, students and other young people to the town every year.
Many of them celebrate their new-found freedom with alcohol.
The police have indicated that they will not allow any of the irresponsible boisterous behaviour that they
have had to deal with in the past. No lawlessness of any kind will be tolerated.
According to the local police spokesperson, Insp. Eben Groenewald, police will clamp down on people
drinking in public, reckless and drunken driving, public indecency, vandalism, illegal parking, rabble-rousing,
misbehaviour and disturbance of the peace.
Oenders will be summarily arrested or ned.
Inhabitants, business people and regular visitors demand that the police act rmly against any form of
lawlessness, and that is exactly what they plan to do. The police are well prepared to handle any situation
and a policy of no mercy will be followed, warned Insp. Groenewald.
He indicated that the police would cooperate closely with the municipal and provincial trac police.
Beaches, clubs and restaurants will be patrolled and roadblocks will be set up.
Many parents have no idea what their children get up to during the weekend. Experience has taught
that most parents would rather believe in their children's innocence than in statements from the police when
their children are arrested.
It is not the intention of the police to spoil the youngsters' fun, but they are asked to cooperate to ensure
that they have a safe and fun-lled weekend in Hermanus.
Insp. Groenewald made an appeal to parents, principals and tertiary institutions to bring this serious
warning to the attention of the learners and students in question.
- Translation of report in Die Burger, 15 November 2001 

1.4.14 Report 2
Court hears of scholars' night of rape
The man who is accused of raping two local scholars on the night of 25 October, was refused bail in the
Stellenbosch magistrate's court on Wednesday.
The 34-year-old man is accused of 15 charges: 11 of rape, two of indecent assault and two of abduction.
Owing to the seriousness of the charges, he is faced with life imprisonment if he should be found guilty.
The accused testied that he is a social drinker and that, on the night in question, he was out with some
friends. He went dancing at a local club. However, he denied that he had had a rearm in his possession or
that he had robbed anyone.
Thereafter the wife of the accused testied that she did not believe that 11 rapes were possible in one
night. She testied that her husband is the breadwinner and that he cared well for her and the children.
She further testied that she had been at home on the evening in question and that she had been woken by
the sound of her husband's voice. He had a friend with him.
Insp. Van Rooyen testied that the plaintis, two scholars, stopped at a set of trac lights in the early
hours of the morning. The accused approached them and asked for a lift. He directed them to a farm outside
the town and allegedly even mentioned that they had made a mistake and should not give strangers lifts.
On the farm he allegedly told them that he had a knife and a rearm, but later retracted that, saying that
he had just been joking.
On a question from the lawyer for the accused on why two schoolgirls were out in the streets at approx-
imately 02:00 on a school night, Insp. Van Rooyen replied that they had been to a club that night and had
taken two friends home to Somerset West afterwards. She testied that the girls had apparently been out
with their parents' permission. The plaintis had made a distress call from one of their cell phones when
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-Translation of report in Eikestadnuus, 9 November 2001 

1.4.15 Report 3
Stellenbosch men killed in gangsters' ambush
Messrs Gavin (Tand) Alexander (25) and a friend, Cameron (Lappe) Abrahams (17) were fatally shot on
Thursday night at about 22:30 in what appears to have been an ambush by gangsters.
The deceased, who were allegedly on their way to a shebeen, were apparently changing a at tyre when,
according to the police, they were approached by gangsters who wanted to hijack their car.
Messrs Gavin (Tand) Alexander (25) and a friend, Cameron (Lappe) Abrahams (17) were fatally shot on
Thursday night at about 22:30 in what appears to have been an ambush by gangsters.
He always displayed a positive attitude towards his teammates and management. Management will
always remember him as a loyal and powerful player. The club wishes to commiserate with his family and
all his rugby friends, he concluded.
- Translation of report in Eikestadnuus, 23 November 2001 -

1.4.16 Activity 3:
1.4.17 To discuss a number of news reports
1.4.18 [LO 1.4]
1.4.19 Group Discussion
Discuss the following aspects in your groups:
Reports 1 and 2

• Is casual dating, steady relationships or rape being referred to here?

• Are scholars referred to in these reports?

• What violations are referred to in these reports?

• Approximately how many people or institutions are aected by these violations?

• What is the role of the children's parents in this situation?

• What is the right or wrong behaviour of the children in the particular situations?

• What is the role of the police in the situation?

• Is HIV/AIDS - in either of the two types of incidents described above  a possible threat?

• What could young people do in similar situations to protect themselves against HIV/AIDS?

• When a person has been raped, it is possible that he/she has contracted a sexually transmitted disease
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• How would you have acted in these situations?

• What do you think is the right action to take in such a situation?

• Are rapists always unknown to their victims?

• Are people who act lawlessly altogether evil, or do they also have good qualities?

• Can a person with criminal tendencies be easily distinguished?

Share incidents when you or a friend experienced similar or other dangerous situations with the rest of
the class.
Report 3

• Identify at least one problem that is related to violence.

• Describe at least three ways in which this problem could be addressed and state what the consequences
of the oence are.

1.4.20 Assessment

Learning outcomes(LOs)

LO 1

HEALTH PROMOTIONThe learner will be able to make informed decisions regarding personal, commu-
nity and environmental health.

Assessment standards(ASs)

We know this when the learner:

1.1 proposes ways to improve the nutritional value of own personal diet;

1.2 evaluates actions to address an environmental health problem;

1.3 describes strategies for living with diseases, including HIV/AIDS;

1.4 discusses the personal feelings, community norms, values and social pressures associated with sexuality.

Table 1.4

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Chapter 2

Term 2

2.1 Ten fundamental values and human rights 1

2.1.1 LIFE ORIENTATION


2.1.2 Grade 7
2.1.3 RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
2.1.4 Module 5
Ten fundamental values and human rights as set out in the South African Constitution
As citizens of this country and learners with a senior position in your school, you should know the basic
values and rights as outlined in the constitution of our country. You must reect on the content, make
sure that you understand it, and follow the guidelines that have been set out in it. Seeing that the present
government and the new constitution were only instituted in 1995, many people are still unaware of their
rights and responsibilities as citizens of this country.

2.1.5 Activity 1:
2.1.6 To discuss human rights and the denition thereof
2.1.7 [LO 2.1]
Read the table below attentively and discuss it with your educator and classmates.

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Human rights Description

1. Democracy We strive towards a sovereign, democratic South


Africa:

• the right to vote for all citizens over 18;


• a national voters' roll;
• elections held regularly;
• a multi-party government.

2. Social rights and equity We strive towards a free and secure country:

• freedom of expression;
• sucient housing;
• health services;
• basic schooling;

• personal safety.

3. Equality We strive towards a country where everyone is equal


before the law:

• all citizens must be given equal opportunities


in every sphere;

• we must all be able to live together and com-


municate as equals.

Table 2.1

4. Non-racism and non-sexism We strive towards a country where previous racism


and gender discrimination will be eradicated sys-
tematically:

• each citizen must be given the opportunity to


realise his/her full potential, regardless of race
or gender.

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5. Ubuntu (human dignity) We acknowledge the need for:

• understanding in contrast to reprisal;


• redress, not revenge;
• ubuntu, not indignity.

6. An open community We strive towards a country with a transparent con-


stitution and judiciary:

• a system of government that reects the will


of the people;

• freedom of opinion, the press and religion.

7. Accountability and responsibility We strive towards a country where each citizen ac-
cepts responsibility for his/her own actions:

• organisations and councils accept responsibil-


ity for the groups under their management;
• basic responsible and socially acceptable be-
haviour is maintained.

8. Rule of law As a state, South Africa is founded on the consti-


tution as the highest authority, and the rule of law
is supreme:

• all citizens must respect accepted codes of


conduct and discipline; and

• obey laws, rules and regulations in every


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9. Respect

• we strive towards a community where every


citizen will respect and consider him-/herself
and his/her neighbour.

10. Reconciliation We aspire to a future where our country and its


people will be characterised by a sense of unity and
peaceful co-existence:

• unity in diversity;
• healing from the strife and injustice of the
past.

Table 2.2

2.1.8 Assessment

Learning outcomes(LOs)

LO 2

SOCIAL DEVELOPMENTThe learner will be able to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment


to constitutional rights and responsibilities, and to show an understanding of diverse cultures and religions.

Assessment standards(ASs)

We know this when the learner:

2.1 discusses the application of human rights as stated in the South African Constitution;

2.2 explains how to counter gender stereotyping and sexism;

2.3 discusses the signicance of volunteer organisations;

2.4 explains how recognition of diverse cultures can enrich South African society;

2.5 explains the role of oral traditions and scriptures in a range of the world's religions.

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2.2 The inuence of sexism, gender discrimination and abuse on per-


sonal relationships 2

2.2.1 LIFE ORIENTATION


2.2.2 Grade 7
2.2.3 RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
2.2.4 Module 6
2.2.5 The inuence of sexism, gender discrimination and abuse on personal re-
lationships
Read the following newspaper reports or articles by columnists and try to identify references to sexism,
gender discrimination or abuse.

2.2.5.1 Christmas lights? You're worse than your father!

Although the time has come once again to take down the Christmas lights and pack away the tree, Pollux
thinks that there are many families who will agree with the recent nding by psychologists that decorating
a Christmas tree is one of three things that can cause tremendous stress in a relationship. Apparently the
other two are trying to teach one's spouse to drive, and hanging wallpaper as a team eort.
(Translated from the column by Pollux in Rapport, 30 December 2001)
The following are a few remarks to be avoided at all costs when decorating the Christmas tree:

• What the hell do you do with the lights when you pack them away each year? Do you try to knot
them together?
• Don't just throw the lights over the tree any old way. You're worse than your father!
• You've got the whole thing upside down. The plug must be under the tree, not at the top of the tree!
• I don't care if you have found two more sets of lights. I'm through with putting up lights!
• Have you been drinking?

2.2.5.2 Children and teachers `must be protected against violence

CAPE TOWN  One of the recommendations emanating from the ndings of the National Council of
Provinces after public hearings concerning violence amongst school children, is that both learners and teachers
need to be protected.
A disheartening feature of the recommendations made by most provinces is that it is in keeping with
existing legislation, but it is obviously not applied.
For example, teachers are forbidden to enter into relationships with learners, and any teachers who are
guilty of such conduct, are summarily suspended from duty.
New recommendations are that police are deployed outside schools before and after school hours, that
teachers are protected against sexual harassment by learners and that the identity of teachers who report
incidents are protected for fear of reprisal by their colleagues.
In various provinces it seems to be common practice to transfer teachers to other schools if they have
been found guilty of sexual oences. Suspension, which is already prescribed by legislation, but is apparently
not being applied, is recommended by the report.
In Mpumalanga it is believed that an indaba for men, convened by President Thabo Mbeki, could help
to counteract these oences.
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Better guidance and cooperation between schools and social workers especially, is recommended. Other
solutions to social ills that are presently being considered, such as poverty relief grants, are also regarded as
possible answers to this problem.
In the meantime, the Deputy Speaker, Ms Baleka Mbeta, has announced that various chairpersons of
parliamentary portfolio committees will meet today to discuss ways in which Parliament can help combat
child abuse. (Translated from Die Burger, 23 January 2002)

2.2.5.3 It is hoped that Saartjie will rest in peace at last

As a tale it is as bizarre as it is shocking. It is an account that reveals a great deal about the Europeans'
earlier attitudes towards Africa; about men's attitudes towards women; about constantly redening the limits
of acceptability and normality. Saartjie Baartman died 186 years ago, homeless and desolate, far removed
from the Gamtoos River and the tiny hovel on the Cape Flats where the Hottentot Venus, as she would be
known many years later, lived for the rst 21 years of her unfortunate life, according to the Cape Times.
A British ship's doctor took Baartman to London. He had convinced her that she would become wealthy
by exhibiting her body. She was displayed as a sexual freak in circuses, museums, bars and universities.
Abolitionists complained about her status as a near-slave. She fell ill and was taken to France.
When she died in 1816 as an impoverished prostitute, she had already become a grotesque source of the
stereotypes regarding race and African sexuality. Her skeletal frame and a gypsum cast of her body were
exhibited in the Musée de l'Humanité in Paris.
On Tuesday, French senators passed a law that Baartman's remains be brought back to South Africa.
Overjoyed Koisan activists are planning a spiritual ceremony and reburial.
It is hoped that this symbol of subjection and degradation of women will nally be allowed to rest quietly
and in a dignied manner, and that this unworthy and painful chronicle of almost 200 years will nally be
over.
(Translated from Die Burger, 2 February 2002)

2.2.6 Activity1:
2.2.7 To answer questions on discrimination and abuse
2.2.8 [LO 2.2]
Answer the following questions based on the three above-mentioned concepts:

a) Who is being discriminated against or unjustly treated?

Passage 1:
Passage 2:
Passage 3:

a) Who is acting unjustly in the situation?

Passage 1:
Passage 2:
Passage 3:

a) What kind of unjust attitude or way of thinking is illustrated here? (E.g. gender discrimination, abuse,
etc.)

Passage 1:
Passage 2:
Passage 3:

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a) What relationship is being damaged through this depraved action?

Passage 1:
Passage 2:
Passage 3:

a) If you were a psychologist, Member of Parliament or counsellor, what would you do to solve the problem
or at least to alleviate it?

Passage 1:
Passage 2:
Passage 3:

a) Are you aware of any kind of discrimination or abuse in your school, environment or home?

• Can you do anything about it?

• If you can, what do you think will be the best action to take?

a) Do you think our present government is doing anything to combat discrimination and abuse?
b) Quote a sentence from one of the reports to justify your answer.

(a) How, in your opinion, can discrimination and abuse in your school be stopped or prevented?

(a) What kind of discrimination or abuse distresses or threatens you most?

• Why do you think this aspect upsets you?

(a) What can you do to counteract discrimination and abuse?

2.2.9 Assessment

Learning outcomes (LOs)

LO 2

SOCIAL DEVELOPMENTThe learner will be able to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment


to constitutional rights and responsibilities, and to show an understanding of diverse cultures and religions.

Assessment standards(ASs)

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We know this when the learner:

2.1 discusses the application of human rights as stated in the South African Constitution;

2.2 explains how to counter gender stereotyping and sexism;

2.3 discusses the signicance of volunteer organisations;

2.4 explains how recognition of diverse cultures can enrich South African society;

2.5 explains the role of oral traditions and scriptures in a range of the world's religions.

Table 2.4

2.3 Importance of volunteer organisations 3

2.3.1 LIFE ORIENTATION


2.3.2 Grade 7
2.3.3 RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
2.3.4 Module 7
2.3.5 The importance of volunteer organisations
An important person once said:  . . . the survival of mankind depends on people developing concern for the
whole of humanity, not just their own community or nation.
The South African Bill of Human Rights has a built-in aspect that promotes caring for one another. We
call it Ubuntu. There is a Zulu saying that expresses this thought very well:  Umuntu Ngumuntu Ngabantu
(One only becomes a human being through one's interaction with other people). The concept of Ubuntu is
demonstrated by being kind to other people (and animals). This includes hospitality, sympathy and justice,
but, above all, to pursue sound moral values.
In the traditional African society, Ubuntu is specically demonstrated in that orphans and children with
problems are admitted into a family, and that all adults full a caring role towards one another as if they
were the other person's parent, brother or sister.
Bear this concept of Ubuntu in mind when you do the next assignment.

2.3.5.1 Activity 1:

2.3.5.2 To organise an awards ceremony

2.3.5.3 [LO 2.3]

2.3.5.3.1 Assignment (in group context)

2.3.5.4 The class organises a type of Oscar awards ceremony. Instead of best movies or movie
star, it is about the volunteer organisation that has made the biggest contribution during the
past year. Choose a name for the awards ceremony, e.g. the Mandela Award or the Ubuntu
Award.

2.3.5.4.1 Do the following:

• Divide the class into groups of approximately ve members each.

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• The members of the group nd out more (as homework) about volunteer organisations in their own
community, on national level or even international level, by doing research in newspapers, magazines
or other media.
• Once your group has collected the information, one organisation that in the opinion of the group has
made the greatest contribution, is selected. If necessary, more information can be obtained about this
particular organisation. Remember to keep the names that you did not choose, as nominees.
• Choose one member of the group to introduce the organisation to the `audience', and one person to
receive and acknowledge the award on behalf of the organisation.
• Imagine it is the big evening and lots of important people are attending.
• The nominations are read out, the prize winners are called up and introduced. It is important that the
presenter briey states in which eld this organisation has made a contribution and why it deserves
the award. The prize is presented and the person who receives the award on behalf of the organisation
expresses his thanks. In the acknowledgement the person should, for example, mention what led to
their forming the organisation, what its objectives are, and what its message to the community is.

2.3.5.4.2 Hints:

• The educator or one learner from the class can act as master of ceremonies to make the process go
smoothly and to welcome the so-called important people and guests.
• Every group could make some or other prize, a statuette or trophy to present to the winners.
• If you really want to make it a special occasion, you could have it in the hall and invite the principal
or other teachers and parents to attend.
• You could also have musical items in between to make it a really special occasion.

2.3.6 Assessment

Learning outcomes (LOs)

LO 2

SOCIAL DEVELOPMENTThe learner will be able to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment


to constitutional rights and responsibilities, and to show an understanding of diverse cultures and religions.

Assessment standards(ASs)

We know this when the learner:

2.1 discusses the application of human rights as stated in the South African Constitution;

2.2 explains how to counter gender stereotyping and sexism;

2.3 discusses the signicance of volunteer organisations;

2.4 explains how recognition of diverse cultures can enrich South African society;

2.5 explains the role of oral traditions and scriptures in a range of the world's religions.

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2.4 Hoe diverse cultures enrich our society 4

2.4.1 LIFE ORIENTATION


2.4.2 Grade 7
2.4.3 RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
2.4.4 Module 8
2.4.5 How the diverse cultures in South Africa enrich our society
The motto on our national coat of arms, written in the Khoisan language of the / Xam people, means:
Dierent people unite, or people who dier, unite. These words conrm the great variety of cultures that
we represent. If we follow this motto and also take the last verse of our national anthem seriously ( Sounds
the call to come together, and united we shall stand, Let us live and strive for freedom, in South Africa our
land.), we have a winning recipe for creating a cultural treasure-chest.
Before you can do the assignments, you need to know what the word culture means. The Concise
Oxford Dictionary (1990) denes it as: The arts and other manifestations of human intellectual achievement
regarded collectively, and the customs, civilization and achievements of a particular time or people.
Culture therefore includes the language, food, dances, songs, games, rituals and customs that you learn
spontaneously at home. As the world is becoming smaller as a result of globalisation and the communica-
tion explosion, the boundaries between dierent cultural groups are becoming increasingly vague and more
dicult to distinguish. It is a pity that those things that make a race or group unique are disappearing
systematically. It is very important that every subsequent generation should determine its origin in order
to take the best from it, develop it and preserve it for future generations. Think of the wonderful cultural
riches of the Koisan, which have nearly disappeared as a result of westernisation. Wonderful rock art, and
stories and medicine recipes that are remembered by only a few old people, are virtually all that remains of
this rich culture.

2.4.6 Activity 1:
2.4.7 To do research on cultural topics
2.4.8 [LO 2.4]
Group activity
Work in groups of four to six learners.
Each group must do research on one of the following cultural topics in order to determine the dierent
cultures represented in our country:

• Make-up and jewellery


• Clothes
• Food
• Dance
• Music

Over a period of two weeks, collect pamphlets, colour brochures and articles in magazines and newspapers
dealing with various cultural treasures and events. Advertisements could also be a good source.
Hint:
A good place to start is tourism oces, art galleries or shops aimed at the tourist market.
Here are also a few web sites where you can nd information on cultural aspects in all nine provinces:

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www.capetourism.org
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www.northerncape.org.za
6
www.ectourism.co.za
7
www.zulukingdom.org.za
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www.fstourism.co.za
9
www.gauteng.net
10
www.tourismnorthwest.co.za
11
www.ourismboard.org.za
12
www.mpumalanga.com
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• Bring the information you have collected to class.


• Complete the table below and give examples from your articles and brochures.

For example:
Research topic: Make-up and jewellery

Example Subject/Topic Culture

a Saron paint patterns on the palms and hands (Mahendi) Hindu

b Beadwork Zulu

Table 2.6

Research topic:

Example Subject/Topic Culture

Table 2.7

2.4.9 Assessment

Learning outcomes (LOs)

LO 2

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SOCIAL DEVELOPMENTThe learner will be able to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment


to constitutional rights and responsibilities, and to show an understanding of diverse cultures and religions.

Assessment standards(ASs)

We know this when the learner:

2.1 discusses the application of human rights as stated in the South African Constitution;

2.2 explains how to counter gender stereotyping and sexism;

2.3 discusses the signicance of volunteer organisations;

2.4 explains how recognition of diverse cultures can enrich South African society;

2.5 explains the role of oral traditions and scriptures in a range of the world's religions.

Table 2.8

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2.5.1 LIFE ORIENTATION


2.5.2 Grade 7
2.5.3 RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
2.5.4 Module 9
2.5.5 Oral traditions and writings of various world religions
Below is a list of writings, holy books and tales associated with certain religions or beliefs.

Religion Book/writings and oral narra- Additional information


tions

Christian - Catholic Churches Bible  Old and New Testaments Holy writings divided by the
Christian Church into two testa-
ments: Old Testament (Hebrew),
and New Testament (Greek).
There are various versions, in
ancient as well as modern lan-
guages.

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Christian - Protestant Churches Bible  Old and New Testaments As above.

Africa - Independent Strongly follow the Old Testa- Most members are ordinary citi-
Churches:Zionists, Apostolic ment dogma as well as the New zens, often illiterate. Lay claim
Churches Testament doctrine to free guidance by the Holy
Ghost.

Jewish faith (Judaism) Torah (Hebrew) It contains the Mosaic Law as


contained in the Pentateuch, and
is the law that regulates the life
of Jews. The Torah is a hand-
written parchment-scroll contain-
ing the following books: Genesis,
Exodus, Leviticus and Deuteron-
omy. It is kept in the `Ark' in the
synagogue and used during pub-
lic readings.

Islam Qu'ran or Koran (Arabic) This is the holy book of Islam.


The Muslims believe that the
true word of God is that which
was dictated to Mohammed by
the angel Gabriel (Jibra'il)

Hinduism Bhagavad-Gita, Vedas, Ra- A holy Sanskrit text that was


mayana, Theravam, Thirukkural compiled in about the year 200
before Christ. Directly trans-
lated it means Song of the
Blessed One.

Africa  Traditional Beliefs Oral traditions, especially myths Stories about creation, rituals,
about creation, and rituals. holy places, a strong moral code
that is passed on orally, and re-
spect for life serve as references
for these beliefs.

Table 2.9

2.5.6 Activity 1:
2.5.7 To obtain passages from a variety of holy writings
2.5.8 [LO 2.5]
Learners must be encouraged to obtain passages or quotations from as many of the above-mentioned writings
as possible. These can be written on pieces of cardboard and read to the class. It is important that these
quotations be treated with respect.
Here are examples of two such quotations:
You know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ; rich as he was, he made himself poor for your sake, in
order to make you rich by means of his poverty. (The Bible  2 Corinthians 8 verse 9.)
Allah is gracious unto His slaves. He provideth for whom He will. And He is the strong, the Mighty.
(Qu'ran, Chapter 42 verse 19).

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Learning outcomes (LOs)

LO 2

SOCIAL DEVELOPMENTThe learner will be able to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment


to constitutional rights and responsibilities, and to show an understanding of diverse cultures and religions.

Assessment standards(ASs)

We know this when the learner:

2.1 discusses the application of human rights as stated in the South African Constitution;

2.2 explains how to counter gender stereotyping and sexism;

2.3 discusses the signicance of volunteer organisations;

2.4 explains how recognition of diverse cultures can enrich South African society;

2.5 explains the role of oral traditions and scriptures in a range of the world's religions.

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Term 3

3.1 Strategy for the implementation and enhancement of a personal


self-image and that of others by means of a positive approach 1

3.1.1 LIFE ORIENTATION


3.1.2 Grade 7
3.1.3 PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
3.1.4 Module 10
Strategy for the implementation and enhancement of a personal self-image and that of others by means of a
positive approach

3.1.5 Activity 1:
3.1.6 To answer questions after having read a newspaper article
3.1.7 [LO 3.1]
Individual assignment

a) Carefully read through the following (translated) newspaper report:

SA Swimmer In Queen's Jubilee Album


LONDON - The Cape swimmer Natalie du Toit is mentioned in an ocial commemorative publication
for Queen Elizabeth's golden jubilee as a young person in whom the spirit of the future is manifested.
The 18-year old Natalie, a national swimming champion, lost her leg in a motorcycle accident in Cape
Town last year while she was training for the Olympic Games in 2004. She is still determined to win an
Olympic medal.
She is one of only eight young people from altogether 54 Commonwealth countries who were singled out
to feature in this glossy publication. According to Buckingham Palace these youths managed to overcome
obstacles and inspire others.
Special mention is also made of the Johannesburg child aids activist, the 12-year old Nkosi Johnson, who
died of aids in June last year.

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According to the editor, Gaythorne Silvester, Natalie was chosen from thousands of youths of the Com-
monwealth countries because of the exceptional way in which she reacted to a challenge that crossed her
path.
Natalie is somebody who exemplies the spirit of the future. We were immediately captivated when we
heard of her brave story via the British Council in South Africa, the editor explained.
Translated from Die Burger, 1 May 2002
Answer the following questions on a separate piece of paper:

• Name at least three positive character traits of Natalie's personality.


• What do you think you would have done under similar circumstances?
• What big hardships have made life dicult for you?
• How did you deal with those hardships?
• Name one other person in your family, school or community who you also regard as an exceptional
example to others.
• The queen writes that the spirit of the future is manifested in Natalie's life. What does that actually
mean?
• Which positive attributes would you like to see manifesting in yourself and fellow South-Africans to
become part of the spirit of the future?
• If you should encounter a serious setback, what will you do to overcome it?
• How can you support others with problems or physical disabilities to help them overcome their setbacks?
• If you were to prepare a commemorative publication about young people who had overcome setbacks
and thereby inspired others, who would you select and why?

3.1.8 Activity 2:
3.1.9 To compile a document to commemorate young people who are examples
to others
3.1.10 [LO 3.1]
Group assignment
Compile a commemorative publication on eight young people who, like Natalie du Toit, had overcome
personal setbacks and set an example to other South-Africans.

3.1.11 Assessment

Learning outcomes(LOs)

LO 3

Personal DevelopmentThe learner will be able to use acquired life skills to achieve and extend personal
potential to respond eectively to challenges in his or her world.

Assessment standards(ASs)

We know this when the learner:

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3.1 reports on the implementation of strategies to enhance own and others' self-image through positive
actions;

3.2 evaluates media and other inuences on personal lifestyle choices and proposes appropriate responses;

3.3 explains and evaluates own coping with emotions and own response to change;

3.4 shows evidence of respect for others and the ability to disagree in constructive ways;

3.5 demonstrates and reects on decision-making skills;

3.6 critically evaluates own study skill strategies.

Table 3.1

3.2 Inuence of the media on people's choices for a personal lifestyle 2

3.2.1 LIFE ORIENTATION


3.2.2 Grade 7
3.2.3 PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
3.2.4 Module 11
The inuence of the media on people's choices for a personal lifestyle

3.2.5 Activity 1:
3.2.6 To answer questions on a favourite TV program
3.2.7 [LO 3.2]
Group assignment
Choose by means of a vote your favourite TV lm, program or series. Discuss the following questions.
At the end of the discussion the group leader must report back to the rest of the class, using these questions
as a guideline:

1. Favourite program/series/lm.
2. Who are the principal characters?
3. What are the characters' ages and what do they wear?
4. Why is the program our favourite?
5. In what country does the story take place?
6. Which age group is the program aimed at?
7. Which character stands out and why?
8. Does this character have any personality traits that you would like to have yourself ? Which, and why?
9. Does this program have an age restriction? If so, what age?
10. Which character in the story is the baddie?
11. Is he/she also popular according to your group?
12. Is there a message or lesson to be learnt from the story?
13. If you could meet one lm star from the program live, who would that be? And why?
14. What questions would you like to ask this person?
15. Do you think this program has any inuence on your way of thinking, acting or dressing?
16. What TV program do you think is harmful for you to watch?

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17. Do you think any lm stars or models have a positive or negative inuence on your view of yourself ?
18. If you could choose a role model from the world of entertainment, who would that be?
19. Why would you like to emulate that person?
20. What have you learnt from the TV program Idols?

It is important to end the discussion by comparing the answers of the various groups. Under the guidance of
the educator, the most noteworthy attitudes and values are scrutinised, while also identifying role models that
can have a negative eect on their fans. Pay attention to the unrealistic body image that TV programmes
portray as the norm.

3.2.8 Assessment

Learning outcomes(LOs)

LO 3

Personal DevelopmentThe learner will be able to use acquired life skills to achieve and extend personal
potential to respond eectively to challenges in his or her world.

Assessment standards(ASs)

We know this when the learner:

3.1 reports on the implementation of strategies to enhance own and others' self-image through positive
actions;

3.2 evaluates media and other inuences on personal lifestyle choices and proposes appropriate responses;

3.3 explains and evaluates own coping with emotions and own response to change;

3.4 shows evidence of respect for others and the ability to disagree in constructive ways;

3.5 demonstrates and reects on decision-making skills;

3.6 critically evaluates own study skill strategies.

Table 3.2

3.3 Dealing with emotions and reacting to change 3

3.3.1 LIFE ORIENTATION


3.3.2 Grade 7
3.3.3 PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
3.3.4 Module 12
Dealing with emotions and reacting to change

3.3.5 Activity 1:
3.3.6 To deal with emotions and reacting to change
3.3.7 [LO 3.3]
Individual assignment

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Here is a list of factors that you might want to change, as they inuence your life and emotions in one
way or the other, possibly causing stress (tension). A mark out of 10 is allocated to each answer. 1 Means
that it causes the least disruption in your life, while 10 indicates the worst that could possibly happen to
you, even causing some people to consider suicide.
Read the list carefully and underline or highlight the changes that applied to your own life over the past
year. Be honest and realistic. Think about how these marks dier from one another, e.g. is one change just
slightly more unsettling than another, or is there a marked dierence in marks between the two?

Life changes that may cause stress Mark

Moving to a dierent house in the same town 1

Moving to another province 2

Moving to a new country 3

Changing of schools 2

Ending a close friendship 2

Ending a close relationship 3

Parents who are divorced 5

Serious illness of a close relative 5

Death of a much loved pet 3

Death of a school friend 3

Death of your best friend 5

Death of a brother or sister 7

Table 3.3

Death of a parent 9

Violence in your neighbourhood 3

Burglary of your house 1

Serious injury to yourself or personal illness 8

Changes to own body 4

Unemployment at home 4

Table 3.4

If any of the above mark allocations according to your own experience seem particularly strange or
wrong, change it by writing a mark out of 10 in pencil. To one person the death of a pet might be very
traumatic, while another might not nd it so disturbing. In the same way the gangster violence in your
neighbourhood might be such that your life is endangered daily, in which case you would probably allocate
a higher mark.
List some of the changes that have taken place in your life which are not mentioned above, and allocate
a mark out of 10 in each case.
Now add up the marks next to each of the items you have underlined.
What do these totals mean?
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You encounter change and stress that you can handle. Your life remains more or less the same, although
there are days when you feel more positive than other.
10 - 20
You have experienced quite drastic changes in your life, which probably make you feel unhappy at regular
intervals. Talk about it to a teacher that you trust, or discuss it with your parents.
20 and more
You are experiencing an incredible amount of stress and change. You must seek help from a teacher,
parent or spiritual leader who can refer you to a psychologist. Remember: don't give up. There IS help
available, and life can change for the better again!

3.3.8 Assessment

Learning outcomes(LOs)

LO 3

Personal DevelopmentThe learner will be able to use acquired life skills to achieve and extend personal
potential to respond eectively to challenges in his or her world.

Assessment standards(ASs)

We know this when the learner:

3.1 reports on the implementation of strategies to enhance own and others' self-image through positive
actions;

3.2 evaluates media and other inuences on personal lifestyle choices and proposes appropriate responses;

3.3 explains and evaluates own coping with emotions and own response to change;

3.4 shows evidence of respect for others and the ability to disagree in constructive ways;

3.5 demonstrates and reects on decision-making skills;

3.6 critically evaluates own study skill strategies.

Table 3.5

3.4 Respect for fellow human beings and dealing with dierences 4

3.4.1 LIFE ORIENTATION


3.4.2 Grade 7
3.4.3 PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
3.4.4 Module 13
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3.4.5 Activity 1:
3.4.6 To portray and discuss a situation in which the private space of others is
respected
3.4.7 [LO 3.4]
Group activity
ROLE-PLAYING
The class divides into groups. Each of them plans a scene to portray a series of situations in which respect
(or the lack thereof ) is shown for one another and others' personal space. Also invent conict situations
between various role players. The scene must have positive as well as negative characters; paciers and
troublemakers, bullies and sweeties.
Each group could also have a character that complicates decision-making and conict situations with
particular tasks.
Class discussion
It is very important that this will not merely be a concert, but that the various ways of handling conict,
as well as mutual conduct, will be properly discussed afterwards. At this point it is imperative for the teacher
to provide moral guidance. By the end of the session, learners should be able to discern between destructive
and supportive or respectful conduct.

3.4.8 Assessment

Learning outcomes(LOs)

LO 3

Personal DevelopmentThe learner will be able to use acquired life skills to achieve and extend personal
potential to respond eectively to challenges in his or her world.

Assessment standards(ASs)

We know this when the learner:

3.1 reports on the implementation of strategies to enhance own and others' self-image through positive
actions;

3.2 evaluates media and other inuences on personal lifestyle choices and proposes appropriate responses;

3.3 explains and evaluates own coping with emotions and own response to change;

3.4 shows evidence of respect for others and the ability to disagree in constructive ways;

3.5 demonstrates and reects on decision-making skills;

3.6 critically evaluates own study skill strategies.

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Term 4

4.1 Outdoor adventure and orientation 1

4.1.1 LIFE ORIENTATION


4.1.2 Grade 7
4.1.3 PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT AND MOVEMENT
4.1.4 Module 14
Outdoor Adventure And Orientation

4.1.5 Group Work:


4.1.6 [LO 4.1]
This project can be presented on dierent levels: within the context of the classroom, of a grade, of the
school or as a fun activity on a family day at school (for example Spring Day). Depending on the number
of people involved and the time available, this exciting activity can be adapted to suit specic needs.
Outdoor programme in the context of the classroom

4.1.7 Pre-planning
• Identify a suitable venue, and book it if necessary.
• Obtain permission from the principal to leave the school grounds.
• Obtain permission from the principal to wear sportswear or casual wear to school.
• Obtain permission from parents for learners to leave the school premises during school time and possibly
make use of transport.
• Arrange transport provided by parents, or alternatively, by bus.

4.1.8 Material provided by teacher


• Maps of the area/terrain  sucient for each group
• A series of instructions for each group
• A compass per group
• First aid kit

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4.1.9 Learners' requirements


• Sportswear or casual wear with comfortable walking shoes
• Sun hat
• Suntan lotion
• Water bottle lled with water
• Food parcel
• Pencil
• One clipboard per group

4.1.10 Assessment

Learning outcomes(LOs)

LO 4

PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT AND MOVEMENTThe learner will be able to demonstrate an under-


standing of, and participate in, activities that promote movement and physical development.

Assessment standards(ASs)

We know this when the learner:

4.1 participates in an outdoor adventure programme through orienteering in dierent environments;

4.2 performs a sequence of physical activities including rotation, elevation and balance movements;

4.3 participates in and reports on a tness programme;

4.4 designs and plays a game that includes the concept of invasion;

4.5 investigates fair play in a variety of athletic and sport activities.

Table 4.1

Instructions for mapping and reconnaissance


Instructions for mapping and reconnaissance:
A treasure hunt approach is most appropriate for this activity. Certain prizes or objects are hidden
in various places to serve as proof that the team has reached the correct landmarks.
Each group receives a map and a series of instructions.
Instructions on how to reach about ve landmarks should be given in writing to each group.
The following skills must be tested:
Path nding: Instructions can be given by means of compass directions.
Map reading: By means of specic geographical directions or descriptions of the terrain.
Problem solving: Learners must, for example, build a raft to cross the river.
Decision-making: Alternative routes containing various obstacles could be suggested. The learners
must discuss it and reach consensus regarding the solution.
Speed: The time in which the landmarks are reached must be planned in such a way that learners will
have to exert themselves physically to complete the task. Bonus marks or landmarks could be incorporated
to motivate them.
NB. It is important that the groups be divided fairly, e.g. an equal number of girls and
boys per group, able sportspersons, stronger and weaker learners, etc.

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4.2 Gymnastic activities 2

4.2.1 LIFE ORIENTATION


4.2.2 Grade 7
4.2.3 PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT AND MOVEMENT
4.2.4 Module 15
Gymnastics activities

4.2.5 [LO 4.2]


A series of gymnastics movements creates an ideal opportunity for individual assessment.
Material: Gymnastics mats and any other gymnastics apparatus increase the learners' scope of
choice.Learners spend the rst 15 minutes of the lesson on working out their series and practising their
movements. The teacher must give advice and assistance. Allow learners to explore their personal creativity.
Each learner must prepare a series of gymnastics movements that cover the following:

Figure 4.1

a) Opening
b) Forearm balancing
c) Backward roll
d) The headstand
e) The Arab spring
f ) Position/movement of own choice
g) Closing
Within the scope of these movements attention must be given to changing of form, speed and direction,
as well as to balance, rotation and elevation.
Aspects that can be assessed are the following:

• accuracy in performing the movements


• posture
• uency with which the series is performed

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Criteria for assessment (a mark out of 10):

Figure 4.2

One mark is deducted for each error.

a) Complying with the instructions


b) Fluency.
c) Maintaining the positions for approximately four seconds
d) Timing
e) Accuracy

NB: The following aspect is important in executing the headstand:

• The position is executed like the forearm balancing position with the exception that the hands and the
head form a triangle.

NB: In executing the backward roll the following aspects are important:

Figure 4.3

• Begin with an outstretched position and then bend the ankles, knees and hips.
• Sit down, bend the arms and place the hands behind the head.
• Roll backwards, with bent knees. Move over from the shoulders to the hands.
• Exert strong pressure with the hands to continue with the movement.

End in a squatting position.


To ensure that the knees stay together, the learner can grip a beanbag between the knees.
NB: In executing the Arab spring the following aspects are important:
(Remember that the leap is basically a cartwheel movement with a quarter turn.)

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Figure 4.4

• Start as one would for the cartwheel, but place the hands at a backward angle (diagram).
• Execute the turn on the hands, with the legs splayed to the back and the fore.
• With strong hand support, kick downwards with the legs held together.

4.2.6 Assessment

Learning outcomes(LOs)

LO 4

PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT AND MOVEMENTThe learner will be able to demonstrate an under-


standing of, and participate in, activities that promote movement and physical development.

Assessment standards(ASs)

We know this when the learner:

4.1 participates in an outdoor adventure programme through orienteering in dierent environments;

4.2 performs a sequence of physical activities including rotation, elevation and balance movements;

4.3 participates in and reports on a tness programme;

4.4 designs and plays a game that includes the concept of invasion;

4.5 investigates fair play in a variety of athletic and sport activities.

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4.3 A tness programme for cycling 3

4.3.1 LIFE ORIENTATION


4.3.2 Grade 7
4.3.3 PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT AND MOVEMENT
4.3.4 Module 16
4.3.5 A tness programme for cycling
4.3.6 [LO 4.3]
• Cycling is one of the healthiest and most pleasant ways of achieving tness.
• You don't need an expensive bicycle to become t for cycling.
• If this programme is followed at school, groups of 2 - 4 can take turns in using the same cycle. Encourage
learners to bring their own cycles to school.

A 12 - week cycling programme, adapted from Die Burger (11 September 2002) is set out
below.
The programme has been divided into four macro cycles. These macro cycles are followed by a mandatory
period of rest that gives the body a chance to recover and to rebuild in preparation for the next level.
Macro cycle (consists of three weeks followed by four days of complete rest)
NB. It is of vital importance to warm up for 10 - 15 minutes before a practice session and to cool down
afterwards.

Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday

Half an hour Half anhour Day of rest One 2 times Day of rest Half an hour
at amedium at a light hour:Combina- 15medium at amedium
pace ormoderate tion of jog- speed- pace
pace ging, light sessions
and speed
cycling
sessions 2
times 15

or or as well or

3 times10 2 times15 Steady light 3 times10


min. speed- min.medium pace cycling min. speed-
sessions speed- session sessions
sessions

Table 4.3

Assessment

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Learning outcomes(LOs)

LO 4

PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT AND MOVEMENTThe learner will be able to demonstrate an under-


standing of, and participate in, activities that promote movement and physical development.

Assessment standards(ASs)

We know this when the learner:

4.1 participates in an outdoor adventure programme through orienteering in dierent environments;

4.2 performs a sequence of physical activities including rotation, elevation and balance movements;

4.3 participates in and reports on a tness programme;

4.4 designs and plays a game that includes the concept of invasion;

4.5 investigates fair play in a variety of athletic and sport activities.

Table 4.4

4.4 Invasion Game 4

4.4.1 LIFE ORIENTATION


4.4.2 Grade 7
4.4.3 PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT AND MOVEMENT
4.4.4 Module 17
4.4.5 INVASION GAME
This is an ideal opportunity for creativity and fun within the context of group activities.
An Invasion Game is characterised by the fact that a certain person or team's territory is invaded. It
can be eected by physical touching or by being hit by a tennis ball, for example. When an opponent has
successfully invaded the other's territory, a point is scored.

4.4.6 Leggie
Material for the game: a cricket or tennis ball for every two groups.

• Divide the class into groups of 5 - 10 learners. There must be an equal number of groups.
• Two groups stand at a distance of 5 m opposite each other.
• Each group tries to roll or throw the ball underhand underneath the legs of their opponents.
• One point is allocated to the one group if an opponent from the other team tries to catch the ball but
drops it.
• One point is scored each time that the group succeeds in sending the ball between the legs of their
opponents.
• The team with the highest score at the end of the game is the winner.

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4.4.7 Group Work


• Divide the leaders into groups of about 10 each.
• Teams are given 10 - 15 minutes in which to devise there own game and to write down the basic rules
of the game.
• Each team gets an opportunity to demonstrate its game to the rest of the class.
• Learners choose the most successful game and then the whole class gets the opportunity to play the
selected game.

Hint: Encourage learners to create an interesting name for their game.

4.4.8 Assessment

Learning outcomes(LOs)

LO 4

PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT AND MOVEMENTThe learner will be able to demonstrate an under-


standing of, and participate in, activities that promote movement and physical development.

Assessment standards(ASs)

We know this when the learner:

4.1 participates in an outdoor adventure programme through orienteering in dierent environments;

4.2 performs a sequence of physical activities including rotation, elevation and balance movements;

4.3 participates in and reports on a tness programme;

4.4 designs and plays a game that includes the concept of invasion;

4.5 investigates fair play in a variety of athletic and sport activities.

Table 4.5

4.5 Good sportmanship and fairness 5

4.5.1 LIFE ORIENTATION


4.5.2 Grade 7
4.5.3 PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT AND MOVEMENT
4.5.4 Module 18
Good sportsmanship and fairness on the sports eld and athletics track
The media regularly bring malpractices on our sports elds to our attention. It is evident that any form
of competition and the adjudication thereof have the potential to bring out a great deal of aggression and
chaos amongst competitors and spectators alike if strict rules are not in place and if they are not adhered
to.
A number of newspaper reports that highlight this principle and illustrate the kinds of problems that are
sometimes experienced, follow below.

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4.5.5 Group Work


4.5.6 [LO 4.5]
Divide the class into groups.
Each group gets one report to discuss.
The group must deal with the following questions:

• What sport is discussed here?


• On what level is this sport played (e.g. school sport, national level, etc.)?
• Who is/are the guilty party/parties?
• What kind of violation is referred to here?
• What could have prevented this negative situation from developing?
• If your group were in charge of handling the situation, what would you have done in order to (a) defuse
the situation, and (b) prevent it from occurring again?
• Have you ever experienced situations at school where unfair behaviour on the sports eld, poor sports-
manship or spectators' misbehaviour has caused problems?
• If so, discuss possible solutions to your school's problems.

Additional assignment
Learners can bring examples of poor sportsmanship or sports violations that they read in the local papers
to school for discussion. It is unfortunate that similar incidents also occur in school sports. Local papers
often carry reports on such incidents.

4.5.7 Die Burger, 13 August, 2002 (translated report)


Second Rugby Shock
The reaction of some South Africans to the disgraceful conduct of a spectator at Saturday's rugby test
is actually just as shocking as his behaviour.
The conduct of Mr Pieter van Zyl, who ran onto the eld in a critical stage of the test between the
All Blacks and the Springboks, and tackled the Irish referee David McHugh, dislocating his shoulder in the
process, was oash.
Those people who immediately sided with Mr Van Zyl by collecting money to pay for his legal costs,
and supported him because he had decided to wake the ref up a bit, must realise that they are defending
totally unacceptable and uncivilised behaviour.
This kind of behaviour cannot be tolerated in any civilised country where people have agreed to live
together according to certain universally accepted norms. It is essential that people understand that the
majority of decent people in this country condemn such behaviour and demand that it be punished.
The fact that some people approve of his actions is not only alarming, but is also an indication of the
moral confusion in a society that has lost sight of the fact that the game must be played according to the
rules if chaos is to be avoided.
There is no point in making all sorts of excuses for his behaviour and in saying, Yes, but. . . while trying
to nd extenuating circumstances. What he did is wrong. There is no grey area.
Van Zyl's excuse afterwards was that he acted in such a roguish manner because the referee was anti-
South African. He and his supporters must understand that such dishonourable behaviour is anti-South
African because it has a ripple eect.
In a civilised country spectators show their dissatisfaction by booing or hissing. They don't rush onto
the eld in full view of millions of people (including children) and attack the referee. This also applies to
soccer thugs who have in the past attacked not only the referee, but also other spectators.
But nowadays it seems as if people are increasingly regarding such hooligans as heroes. Heaven forbid!

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4.5.8 Eikestad News, 30 August 2002 (translated report)


Club suspended in centenary year
A dark cloud is threatening the centenary celebrations of the Pniel Villagers Rugby Club after the club
was suspended for two matches.
The suspension was imposed as a result of a brawl that broke out after the match between Pniel Villagers
and UWC on the UWC eld on 10 August.
The chairman of the club, Mr Keith Cyster, commented that the whole village was in a state of mourning,
because everybody in the community eats, works and breathes rugby  it is like a religion.
According to Cyster the match was played in a good spirit and the spectators were treated to sparkling
rugby. In the second half  after a half-time score of 0-27 - Pniel Villagers fought back valiantly to win the
match 32-30.
After the players had left the eld, a UWC player who had been given a yellow card earlier on in the
match, rushed towards Garland Alberts of the Pniel Villagers team, insulted and punched him.
The UWC player then turned menacingly on his opponents' female supporters. The Pniel Villagers
players immediately reacted violently, whereupon stones rained down upon them all from the pavilion.
Cyster said that the UWC spectators even hurled bricks that they had torn from the paving and the
steps of the pavilion at the Pniel Villagers supporters.
He also conrmed that some of the players and supporters had been treated for stab and slash wounds.
The Pniel Villagers management asked their counterparts from UWC to identify the culprits and to
resolve the matter internally, but they received no response.
The Western Province Rugby Football Union therefore suspended both clubs for two matches. Pniel
Villagers were given a ne of R5 000 and ordered to pay R1 500 damages. UWC were ordered to pay R2
000.
Pniel Villagers immediately appealed against the suspension and the club was allowed to play against
Kuils River last Saturday.
The appeal committee's decision is expected to be made known next week.
Mr Koos Basson, the president of the WP Rugby Football Union, has said that the union will not tolerate
any form of violence on the rugby eld. He gave the assurance that severe action would be taken against
oenders.

4.5.9 Die Burger, 21 August 2002 (translated report)


Trainer in hot water over attack on day of July
Durban  The KwaZulu-Natal trainer Anil Maharaj is facing suspension for life after he allegedly attacked
a paid supervisor at Greyville on the day of the July.
The incident occurred in public on Saturday 6 July after the tenth race when Maharaj is said to have
given the supervisor, Steve Arendse, a bloody nose. Maharaj is also accused of having sworn at ocials of
the Jockey Club and of displaying aggressive and insulting behaviour in the supervisor's rooms at Greyville.
David Beasely, a senior advocate from Gauteng, is the chairman of the investigating council.
Other charges against Maharaj include swearing at the chief supervisor, Roger Smith, after Maharaj had
telephoned him in connection with the handicap of a horse of which he was in charge.
Apparently Maharaj also telephoned the senior handicapper, Colin Buckman, in connection with the
same horse, swore at him and insulted him by calling him a dog.
In a transcript of a tape recording that was made in the manager's rooms and was presented as evidence,
Maharaj is alleged to have approached the chairman of the supervisory council, Trevor Taylor, to lay a
charge, but he was informed by Taylor that the case was already being investigated.
Maharaj left the manager's rooms, whereupon he came to blows with Paul Gadsby, the riding master of
the Jockeys' Academy. Maharaj accused Gadsby of attacking him, but according to Taylor, Gadsby had not
touched Maharaj.
A violent exchange of words followed, whereupon Maharaj allegedly attempted to hit Taylor and was
restrained by members of the supervisory council.

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Maharaj was nally persuaded to leave the manager's rooms, but later returned with some security
ocials after allegedly having struck Arendse on the parade track.
Maharaj was informed that his conduct would be investigated, whereupon he was escorted from the track
on Taylor's instructions.
Gadsby admitted under cross-examination that he had struck Maharaj, but only after Maharaj had sworn
at him.
Reggie Reddy represented Maharaj and the case was adjourned until 23 October.

4.5.10 Die Burger, 11 March 2002 (translated report)


Chaos after two women claim to have won cycle tour
CAPE TOWN. A huge dispute occurred at the winning-post of the Cape Argus and Pick `n Pay cycle tour
after Anriëtte Schoeman from the Eastern Cape was rst crowned as the winner in the women's category,
but later had her results suspended after a relatively unknown cyclist had entered complaints about her
performance.
Ronel Liss, a former eld athlete from Stellenbosch, told track ocials seconds after the prizes had been
awarded, that she had been the rst woman to cross the line.
The organisers decided to delay the initial results so that an investigation could be done into Liss and
Schoeman's results. Ms Marlene Blaauw, spokesperson for the organisers, explained that it could take up to
48 hours.
TV recordings show that Liss had indeed crossed the line rst and that she had ended about 15 seconds
before Schoeman.
However, the other leading women in the race allege that they had not seen her at any other stage in the
race.
The media and ocials descended upon Schoeman after she had crossed the line.
She told them what a wonderful moment it was for her to win the race the third time running. Then
she was congratulated by the Mayor of Cape Town, Mr Gerald Morkel, as she stood on the rostrum as the
winner.
While Schoeman received her prize, Liss stood all on her own at the bottom level of the podium. The
problems started after all the congratulations had been done.
The great unanswered question is in what stage of the race she passed Schoeman. Neither Schoeman, nor
Ronel van Wyk  who was initially identied as runner-up  nor Adele Janse van Vuuren (initially placed
third) can remember seeing Liss pass them.
Mr Jago Liss, Liss's husband, said that he was at the winning post when she passed it rst. He had
completed the race earlier after having set o in the A group.
The rst group of women had set o in the C group together with other male competitors.
According to Liss, he had prepared for the race together with his wife and she was exceptionally t. He
did not doubt for a minute that she had won the race.
Sapa reports that Liss had entered as an unknown after she had done her preparatory training in Germany
and states that she had only returned to Stellenbosch at the end of last year.
The local cyclists said that they don't know me because I had not participated in any other local cycle
races before, Liss said.
I set o in the C group and I think I passed Annette along the coast near Scarborough. My great
problem is that the organisers say that the mat at Muizenberg did not register me when I crossed it.
Schoeman said after the chaos that she was extremely disappointed, but that she trusted that the inves-
tigation would get to the root of the matter. Until then, at least, she had her medal and the trophy that
had been presented to her.
I am very, very disappointed. First the joy and now this anticlimax,  she said.
If she has won, I would like to congratulate her, because that would mean that she has had an incredible
race. But rst the organisers will have to prove to me that it is true.
According to Schoeman's trainer, Alex Cooper, the incident is just further proof that the organisers must
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In another sensational turn of events the organisers had to stop the race for the rst time in 10 years

after temperatures of up to 39 C were recorded at Ou Kaapse Weg. The race was stopped at 2.45 p.m.,
almost ve hours after the rst competitors had set o.
It is estimated that about 5 000 of the more than 40 000 competitors were aected by this decision.

4.5.11 Die Burger, 27 November 2000 (translated report)


Soccer violence is a blow to South Africa's image
The soccer violence that erupted among women on Saturday in the nals for the Africa Nations Cup for
women, is damaging to the image of the country as being capable of hosting large tournaments, Mr Mole
Oliphant, president of the South African Soccer Association (Safa), said yesterday.
Oliphant said that the violence, that led to the match being stopped early after the crowd had pelted
players with bottles and stones, was a major set-back for South Africa in the bid to host the World Cup
soccer tournament in 2010.
Nigeria was ahead with 2-0 when the match that was being held in the Vosloorus stadium on the East
Rand, was stopped 20 minutes before the end.
Mr Ismael Bhamjee, executive member of the Confederation of African Soccer (Caf ), said on Saturday
that South Africa had to be prepared to face punishment from the international soccer federation.
Other matches that had been planned for Vosloorus were moved to other venues.
People must accept that one can also lose a soccer match. Our people need to be educated in this
respect, Oliphant said.
Mr Ngcondo Balfour, minister of sport, indicated that Safa would do an independent inquiry and said
that the Vosloorus stadium should not be used again for international matches until the inquiry had been
completed.
On Saturday night ghts broke out in dierent areas of Johannesburg  amongst others in Hillbrow 
where innocent Nigerians were allegedly attacked.
Jaco Nel reports that a large group of men stormed out of the Sands Hotel in Berea, attacked two cars
and killed two of the occupants. The police initially believed this incident to be soccer related.
Later that night a Nigerian and a man from Sierra Leone were arrested.
According to police spokesperson, inspector Mary Martins-Engelbrecht, the two cars, each with two
occupants, stopped in front of the hotel at half past twelve yesterday afternoon.
The group stormed the vehicles and two occupants ed, but the others were bludgeoned to death by the
crowd.

4.5.12 BEELD, 7 June 1993 (translated report)


A taxi driver from Durban alleges that he picked up the Cape Town athlete Herman Matthee (27) on the
morning of the Comrades marathon from a hotel in Durban, and that he dropped him o at a shopping
centre along the marathon route about 25 minutes later. Matthee was disqualied on Thursday evening
because it is believed that he did not run the full 89,9 km between Pietermaritzburg and Durban. He ended
seventh in the race and received a gold medal.
The taxi driver, who identied himself only as Elijah and who works for Swift Taxis in Stanger Street,
said yesterday that he picked Matthee up from the Seaboard Hotel in Point Road, Durban, at approximately
eight o' clock on the morning of 31 May.
By this time the race had already been on for two hours after competitors had set o from the Town
Hall in Pietermaritzburg at six o' clock sharp.
It is alleged that Elijah dropped Matthee o about 25 minutes later at a shopping centre in Kloof, about
25 km from Kingsmead cricket stadium, where the race ended. According to Elijah he charged R100 for the
trip. He recognised Matthee on photographs of the race and is convinced that he is the man who drove with
him in his taxi.
I can't say that the man was fully dressed in running clothes. He wore shorts and had a jacket around
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The man said nothing while we were travelling towards Kloof. There was no conversation between us,
Elijah said yesterday.
Matthee's father, Mr Johan Matthee, said yesterday that his son was unhappy because he had to hear
of his suspension through the media.
He believes that it is now a private matter between him and the race organisers. Matthee will not make
any more statements on the matter to the media.
The organisers intend to look at Matthee's performance of last year after allegations were made that he
did not run the full marathon together with the other competitors then either. He ended twelfth in that
race.

4.5.13 Assessment

Learning outcomes(LOs)

LO 4

PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT AND MOVEMENTThe learner will be able to demonstrate an under-


standing of, and participate in, activities that promote movement and physical development.

Assessment standards(ASs)

We know this when the learner:

4.1 participates in an outdoor adventure programme through orienteering in dierent environments;

4.2 performs a sequence of physical activities including rotation, elevation and balance movements;

4.3 participates in and reports on a tness programme;

4.4 designs and plays a game that includes the concept of invasion;

4.5 investigates fair play in a variety of athletic and sport activities.

Table 4.6

4.6 Orientation towards one's future career 6

4.6.1 LIFE ORIENTATION


4.6.2 Grade 7
4.6.3 ORIENTATION TO ONE'S FUTURE CAREER
4.6.4 Module 19
4.6.5 [LO 5.1 to 5.5]
4.6.6 Personal information
Full rst name(s):
Surname:
Date of birth:
Name and surname of parents or guardians:
Name and surname of parents or guardians:
Address:
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Telephone number(s):
Mobile phone number(s):
E-mail address:
School(s) attended up to the present:
Serious illnesses / operations / accidents:
Make a copy of your birth certicate and keep it in the le. If your parents still have the clinic card
indicating the immunizations and vaccinations you had as an infant, copy it and place it in the le as well.

4.6.7 1. Short-term interests and objectives


Make a list of your present school subjects / learning areas in order of preference.
Fill in the latest mark or symbol you achieved.
Make a list of your extramural activities in order of preference:
If you are able to link an achievement or a mark to the activity, place it in the second
column:

• e.g. under 13 rugby: third team OR piano: Unisa Grade 4  85%.

• If you received a special award in a certain eld, insert it under Achievement, e.g. ute, Cum Laude
 Kuruman Eisteddfod; trophy for the best Woodwind Instrumentalist.

• Leadership:

Write down any leadership position that you hold at school:(For example library prefect, tuck shop assistant,
scholar patrol ocer, etc.)

• Community service:

Complete this column if you are involved in any community service, e.g. cleaning the kennels at the Animal
Welfare Society or washing penguins at SANCOB.
(If you have nothing to ll in here, you should think about becoming involved in some kind of community
service. Perhaps you could simply take your elderly neighbour's dog for a walk every afternoon.)

4.6.8 2. High school interests


Make a list of the high schools in your area. Arrange them in order of preference. Start with the school that
is your rst choice.

• Motivate your rst and last choice.


• Which optional subjects (electives) do you plan to choose in grade 8?

4.6.9 3.Tertiary education possibilities


Reect on what you want to do once you have completed your school career; e.g. university studies, technikon
studies, au pair work, overseas travel, etc.
If you are considering attending a university, technikon or college after completing your matric, complete
the table below. Arrange your entries in order of preference.

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Institution Field of study Website

e.g. University of Pretoria Music (B.Mus.) csc@up.ac.za

Table 4.7

If you intend to take a gap year, hope to work as an au pair or are planning a future career, enter your
choices in order of preference:

4.6.10 4.Career research


Make a list of three careers that you would possibly like to follow one day, in order of preference:
In a few sentences, say why you have chosen them.

• What kind of study or training do you need to follow each of these careers?

• Which high school subjects do you need in order to prepare yourself for these careers?

• Which personality traits and aptitudes do you need for the career in which you are interested? Do you
have these qualities and aptitudes?

4.6.11 5.Testimonial
• What is a testimonial? Find the meaning of the word in the dictionary.
• If your class teacher is asked to write a testimonial on your behalf, what do you think it will be like?
Imagine that you are the teacher, and write such a testimonial yourself.
• Write a testimonial for your best friend. Be positive but objective.

4.6.12 6.Dreams for the future


Write a few sentences about your plans for the future. You may give your imagination free reins. (Remember,
Mark Shuttleworth wished that he could go on a space trip, and his dreams came true!)

4.6.13 7.Address list


Compile a list of addresses, telephone numbers, contact persons, e-mail addresses and websites that you may
need when you start working or studying.

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4.6.14 8.Information documents


Collect brochures, newspaper clippings, magazine articles, etc. that have to do with possible elds of study,
institutions, careers, etc., in which you are interested. Put them in ip les.
Hint:
Newspaper supplements that are aimed at potential school leavers often contain information on careers
and elds of study.

4.6.15 9.Certicates, achievements, results, etc.


Save your certicates, reports and any documents regarding sports, academic, cultural and leadership achieve-
ments in this section.

4.6.16 Assessment

Learning outcomes(LOs)

LO 5

Orientation to the World of WorkThe learner will be able to make informed decisions about further study
and career choices.

Assessment standards(ASs)

We know this when the learner:

5.1 discusses interest and abilities related to career and study opportunities;

5.2 explains the value and importance of work in fullling personal potential;

5.3 identies services and sources for career and study information;

5.4 reports on an initiated or simulated career-related activity;

5.5 demonstrates time management skills and accountability in carrying out responsibilities.

Table 4.8

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Module: "Outdoor adventure and orientation"


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