Organisation : Department of Basic Education
Exam : National Senior Certificate Examinations
Document Type : NSC Sample Question Paper
Subject : Design
Category : Grade 12
Year : 2017
Website : https://www.education.gov.za/2017FebMarchNSCExamPapers.aspx
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Education NSC Examination Design Question Paper
Marks : 100
Time : 3 hours
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Instruction & Information
** This question paper consists of 12 pages.
** This question paper must be printed in full colour.
Instructions And Information
** This question paper consists of SIX questions.
** There are three choice questions in this question paper. Read the options carefully.
This question paper consists of THREE sections :
SECTION A: Design literacy (30 marks) QUESTIONS 1 to 3
SECTION B: Design history (30 marks) QUESTION 4
SECTION C: Design in a sociocultural/environmental and sustainable context (40 marks) QUESTIONS 5 and 6
** Read the requirements of each question carefully.
** Answer in full sentences and avoid the listing of facts. Do NOT answer in tabular form.
** Use the mark allocation to determine the time to be spent on each question.
** Do NOT repeat the same facts and examples in different questions.
** Write neatly and legibly.
Section A
Design Literacy :
QUESTION 1: ‘UNSEEN’ EXAMPLES
Answer EITHER QUESTION 1.1 OR QUESTION 1.2.
Analyse the use of the following element and principles in FIGURE A above:
Balance
Focal point
Rhythm
Contrast
Shape
OR
Explain the use of the following design terms in FIGURE B above:
Eclectic
Truth to materials
Minimalism
Form follows function
Upcycle
QUESTION 2: COMMUNICATION THROUGH DESIGN
2.1 Briefly discuss the message conveyed by the poster in FIGURE C above.
Refer to the following in your discussion:
Use of colour (2)
The use of imagery in the poster (3)
The font in the slogan of the campaign (Because I am a girl) (3)
2.2 Discuss how the poster in FIGURE C above clearly reflects stereotyping. (2) [10]
Section B
Design History :
QUESTION 4 :
Choose any TWO movements in the list below and write an essay of at least 400–450 words (two pages) in which you debate whether their designs reflect the above quote. Support your answer by referring to the aims and stylistic characteristics of your chosen movements. Refer to at least ONE designer from each movement and discuss at least ONE design by each designer to support your statements.
Arts and Crafts
Rococo
Scandinavian Design
Ancient Greek
Art Nouveau
Modernism
Renaissance
Deconstruction
Ancient Roman
Section C
Design In A Sociocultural/Environmental & Sustainable Context :
QUESTION 5 :
Answer EITHER QUESTION 5.1 OR QUESTION 5.2.
5.1.1 Explain how the message in the poster above is communicated by using the following:
Imagery
Design layout
Use of font (3 x 2) (6)
5.1.2 Write an essay of at least 300–350 words (one and a half pages) in which you name and discuss the work of ONE South African contemporary designer/design group AND ONE international contemporary designer/design group who address sociocultural issues in their work.
Refer to the following in your discussion:
Aims that relate to the concept of sociocultural design
Methods and processes
A discussion of ONE example that reflects social responsibility
You may NOT refer to any designer(s)/design group(s) that you have discussed previously or design examples used in this question paper.
QUESTION 6 :
6.1 Precious Waste uses materials such as PET bottles, discarded CDs, egg cartons, old books, scrap metals, tetra packs, VHS videotapes and paper tubing to transform them into valuable design accessories.
6.1.1 Discuss TWO characteristics of sustainable design.
6.1.2 Identify and discuss TWO materials that you can use as a sustainable designer. Explain the sustainability of these materials in your discussion. (2) (4)
6.2 Write an essay of at least 300–350 words (one and a half pages) in which you discuss the work of ONE South African contemporary designer/design agency/studio and ONE international contemporary designer/design agency/ studio whose work explores sustainable sources/materials and transforms them into significant design products.
Refer to the following in your discussion:
Name of the designer/design group and his/her/their design product(s)
A discussion of ONE example
Transformation of its sustainable material
Its impact on the environment
You may NOT refer to any designer/design company that you have discussed previously or design examples referred to in this question paper. (14) [20]