2019 exam

Question 1

True or false: Conventional farming minimises chemical usage

Answer 1

False, Organic farming minimises chemical usage

Question 2

True or false, Organic farming promotes biodiversity

Answer 2

True

Question 3

True or false, Organic farming ignores time-consuming methods

Answer 3

False, Conventional farming ignores time-consuming methods

Question 4

Spiritual health

Answer 4

Your personal values and beliefs that provide you with a purpose in life

Question 5

Social health

Answer 5

The relationships you have with others and how you interact with others

Question 6

Emotional health

Answer 6

The ability to be aware of and understand your feelings

Question 7

Psychological health

Answer 7

A state of well-being in which you realise your full potential

Question 8

Physical health

Answer 8

A healthy and fit body obtained through wise decisions

Question 9

List THREE teenage suicide warning signs

Answer 9

Substance abuse, Self-harm, Negative self-image

Question 10

Give advice on how to talk to and listen to someone who is considering suicide

Answer 10

Take the initiative to ask what is troubling the person at risk. If your friend or relative is depressed, don’t be afraid to ask directly whether they are considering suicide. Do not attempt to convince anyone not to commit suicide; rather let the person know that you care and understand that they are not alone, that suicidal feelings are temporary, that depression can be treated and that problems can be solved. Avoid the temptation to say, “You have so much to live for,” or “Suicide will hurt your family” – the feelings of guilt are likely to add to their sense of hopelessness

Question 11

Discuss two other (not teenage suicide) risky behaviours that has an impact on your development and the consequences of each

Answer 11

Teenage pregnancies When teens fall pregnant they are forced to drop out of school, which lowers their chances of finding employment.This in turn lowers the family income and leads to higher dependency ratio as they are forced to depend on parents or grandparents to provide for the new born.
Eating disorders  (1) These are psychological disorders that involve extreme disturbances in eating behaviour.  A teen with anorexia refuses to stay at an acceptable body weight. Someone with bulimia has repeated episodes of binge eating followed by compulsive behaviour such as forced vomiting or the use of laxatives to eliminate the food.

Question 12

Accountability

Answer 12

Being responsible for completing tasks and activities. Taking responsibility for your actions instead of blaming others. To show up for work, be on time and put in an honest effort while at work

Question 13

Ethics

Answer 13

Rules for behaving based on ideas on what is morally good and bad. It can be defined as the moral principles that control or influence your behaviour.

Question 14

Job shadowing

Answer 14

To follow and observe someone while they are performing their daily duties and activities at work to gain insight into that specific job.

Question 15

SIX key ethical values that will help you to be a good employee

Answer 15

Trustworthiness 
Respect 
Responsibility 
Fairness 
Caring 
 Citizenship

Question 16

THREE tips for preparing for an interview

Answer 16

Make sure you know what the job is all about. Analyse the job description. Practise for your interview with a friend or family member ahead of time. Get your interview clothes ready. Remember that your first impression should be a great one. Dress professionally and according to the company’s dress code.

Question 17

Euthanasia

Answer 17

The act or practice of ending the life  of someone who is very sick or injured  in order to prevent any further suffering.

Question 18

THREE classifications of euthanasia

Answer 18

Voluntary euthanasia:  This is euthanasia conducted with the consent of the suffering person.
Involuntary euthanasia:  Conducted without the consent of the suffering person.
Passive euthanasia:  Life support is withheld, but palliative care is administered in the form of high doses of medication to ease the pain.
Active euthanasia:  It is also called physician-assisted suicide, which is illegal in SA.

Question 19

THREE arguments for euthanasia

Answer 19

Quality of life:  It is only the patient who is really aware of what it is like to suffer.
Loved ones:  It helps shorten the grief and suffering.
Dignity:  Every individual should be given the ability to die with dignity

Question 20

THREE arguments against euthanasia

Answer 20

Doctor:  Healthcare professionals may have their professional roles compromised.
Moral/religious argument:  Several religions see euthanasia as a form of murder and morally unacceptable
Competence:  Euthanasia is only voluntary if the patient is mentally competent.

Question 21

Dominant

Answer 21

To be in a stronger position than someone else.

Question 22

Inequality

Answer 22

Any unfair situation in society where some people have more or better opportunities, money and power

Question 23

Submissive

Answer 23

Obeying somebody because you think you must.

Question 24

THREE signs that a person might be in a controlling relationship

Answer 24

You are not trusted. When you don’t have your own privacy.Guilt is being used as a tool.When you are too scared to voice your own opinion. Spying. They do not respect any boundaries and demand that you share everything.

Question 25

Name and discuss THREE types of abuse

Answer 25

Physical abuse: Any act or threat of physical violence intended to cause physical pain, injury, suffering of bodily harm. 
Sexual abuse: Any situation where someone is forced into unwanted sexual contact or activities by using threats or physical force. 
Emotional abuse: It is the ongoing torment that can seriously damage your emotional health and development.

Question 26

Absolute poverty or destitution

Answer 26

The lack of means necessary to meet basic needs such as food, clothing and shelter.

Question 27

Poverty

Answer 27

The state of someone who lacks a certain amount of material possessions or money.

Question 28

Relative poverty

Answer 28

The state in which some people do not enjoy a certain minimum quality of life compared to the rest of the population.

Question 29

THREE impacts of poverty on children

Answer 29

The cruel cycle of poverty means that lifelong obstacles and problems of one generation is transferred to the following generation. Unemployment and a low income create an environment where children often cannot attend school and have to work in order to provide for their family.  This has a negative effect on the child’s education.  Poverty also impacts a child’s social behaviour because discrimination and social exclusion often cause children to become more aggressive  and have less self-control in times of stress.  Children that grow up poor also often have health issues  because of malnutrition – they seldom have access to enough and/or nutritious food.

Question 30

SIX steps for making the right decision

Answer 30

1. Identify the purpose of your decision. 
2. Gather information that is related to the problem. 
3. Identify your different options or choices. 
4. Consider the consequences. 
5. Make your decision and act on it. 
6. Evaluate your decision.