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JOHANNESBURG EAST CLUSTER PAPER

GRADE 10

JUNE EXAMINATION 2019

MARKS: 100

TIME: 2 hours

(This Question Paper consists of 5 pages including the addendum)

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INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION

1. This question paper consists of SECTION A and SECTION B based on the prescribed

content framework as contained in the CAPS document.

2. SECTION A consists of two source-based questions. Source material that is required to

answer questions will be found in the ADDENDUM.

3. SECTION B is consists of two essay questions.

4. Answer one source based and one essay question.

5. When answering questions, learners should apply their knowledge, skills and insight.

6. A mere rewriting of the sources as answers will disadvantage learners.

7. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question

paper.

8. Write neatly and legibly.

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SECTION A:

Question 1 : What were the main features of feudalism?

Refer to Sources 1A, 1B, 1C and 1D to answer the following questions.

1.1 Read Source 1A 1.1.1 According to the source, which country practised feudalism? (1x2) (2)

1.1.2 Use your own knowledge to define the following historical concepts: (a) Feudalism (b) Autocracy (2x2) (4)

1.1.3 Quote the statement from the source, which shows that commonalty were made slaves.

(1x2)

(2)

1.1.4 Who, according to the source had more privileges? (1x2) (2)

1.2 Refer to Source 1B

1.2.1 What, according to the source, were the two villages that Siward held from the King?

(2x1)

(2)

1.2.2 In your own knowledge, to which class do you think Siward belonged? Give a reason for your answer.

(2x2)

(4)

1.2.3 What was the responsibility of the Knights in the feudal societies?

(2x2)

(4)

1.3 Refer to Source 1C

1.3.1 Identify from the source, the similarities between the feudal warrior in Europe and in Japan.

(2x2)

(4)

1.3.2 Use your own knowledge to explain why the feudal warriors were admired by their societies.

(2x2)

(4)

1.4 Study Source 1D

1.4.1 Who, according to the source, was at the top of the hierarchy in the feudal system?

(1x2)

(2)

1.4.2 What message is conveyed by this photograph regarding the feudal system?

(2x2)

(4)

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1.4.3 Use the visual clues and your own knowledge to explain the duties of the peasants.

(2x2)

(4)

1.4.4 How does Source 1A support Source 1D regarding the different classes that existed in the feudal societies?

(2x2)

(4)

1.5 Using the information from the relevant sources and your own knowledge, write a paragraph of about SIX lines (60 words) explaining the features of the feudal societies.

(8) [50]

QUESTION 2: Was democracy upheld during the French Revolution?

2.1. Refer to Source 2A

2.1.1. Identify the three classes or estates in Source 2A. (3x1) (3)

2.1.2. Using your own knowledge, identify three burdens (hardships) that the average French

Peasant had to carry before 1789. (3x1) (3)

2.1.3. Is this cartoon an accurate portrayal of the situation France before 1789? Explain your answer.

(2x2) (4)

2.1.4. In light of source 2A, explain why France was plunged into revolution in 1789. (1x2) (2)

2.2 Refer to Source 2B

2.2.1. Briefly explain the events leading up to Tennis Court Oath pictured in Source2B. (1x2) (2)

2.2.2. What usual clue in the painting indicates that an Oath is being taken? (1x2) (2)

2.2.3. What evidence is the source 2B that the different estates were beginning to co-operate. (1x2) (2)

2.2.4. Comment on the mood of the crowd in the painting. (1x2) (2)

2.2.5. Why is this painting a useful historical source? (1x2) (2)

2.3. Refer to source 2C

2.3.1. List three basic rights mentioned in the declaration of the Rights of man insource 2B. (3x1) (3)

2.3.2 .According to the Declaration, what role do the people of a country play in the making of laws.

(1x2) (2)

2.3.3. In your own words, Explain how the Declaration defines the idea of liberty. (1x2) (2)

2.3.4. To what extent did the Declaration of the Rights of man uphold the principle of

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of democracy? Explain your answer. (2x2) (4)

2.4. Refer to Source 2D

2.4.1. According to Source 2D, what was the purpose of the march to the Bastile in July 1789? (1x1) (1)

2.4.2. How would you describe the behaviour of the crowd? Explain using evidence from the Source.

(1x2) (2)

2.4.3. The marches declared the fall of the Bastile a triumph of justice and liberty. Do you agree that

this was the case? Explain your answer by comparing evidence from Source 2C and 2D.(2x2)(4)

2.4.4. What does Source 2D suggest about the direction the revolution was taking? Explain your

answer. (1x2) (2)

2.5. Using the relevant Source and your own knowledge, write a paragraph (80-100 words) in which

You assess at what extent the principles of liberty and democracy were upheld(respected)

During the French Revolution. (8)

[50]

SECTION B

QUESTION 3: ESSAY: SONGHAI EMPIRE

Explain the political, economic and social features of Songhai and indicate why the

empire collapsed in the 16th century. (50)

QUESTION 3: FRENCH REVOLUTION

Critically discuss how the socio-economic factors contributed to the outbreak of the

French Revolution in 1789. (50)

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ADDENDUM

QUESTION 1: What were the main features of Feudalism?

SOURCE 1 A

This is a description of how feudalism worked by a French writer in the 1300s.

It is customary in England, as in several other countries, for the nobility to have great

privileges over the commonalty, by whom they keep in bondage; that is to say, they are

bound by law and custom to work the lands of gentlemen. they are also bound to

harvest the hay and carry it home.

Taken from Focus Grade 10 Pg 29: Adapted from Tales from Froissard,1385,edited by Steve Muhlberger,1997

SOURCE 1B

This letter that sent by William of Siward to King Henry 11 in 1166.

I am letting you know by this letter that I hold from you a certain village, Gosford by

name, and the half of another which is called Milton, for the fee and service of one

knight, which I faithfully perform for you, as my ancestors.

www.spartacus-educational.com Access date 13/02/2018

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SOURCE 1C

Year8history-intro-to-feudalism.weebly.com Access date 13/02/2018

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SOURCE 1D

Year8history-intro-to-feudalism.weebly.com Access date 13/02/2018

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