BLOEKOMBOS SECONDARY SCHOOL

LIFE ORIENTATION
GRADE 10
TERM 1: SOURCE - BASED TASK (ACTIVITY 1)

NAME OF
LEARNER
NAME OF
SCHOOL
GRADE 10
2024
Quotation:
"Positive self-esteem for teens is important as it allows teenagers to try new things, take
healthy risks and solve problems".
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1.1. Describe the difference between self-awareness and self-esteem
(2x2) (4)
1.2. Explain how the following THREE factors can influence self-esteem and self-
awareness negatively (2x3) (6)

Media
• Feedback from others
• Achievement
1.3. What are the advantages of having a positive self-esteem as a
teenager? List TWO advantages
(2x1) (2)
1.4. "It is important for peers to respect and acknowledge uniqueness of
self and others"
Discuss the above statement (2x2) (4)

QUESTION 1.5-MENTAL HEALTH AND PHYSICAL

HEALTH

HOW BENEFICIAL IS EXERCISE FOR

OUR

1.5.1 Discuss the relationship between physical health and mental health (1x2) (2)
1.5.2 Justify the value of participation in exercise programmes that promote cardiovascular
fitness and muscular strength (2x2) (4)

(22 marks)

QUESTION 2: POWER RELATIONS AND GENDER EQUALITY

STOP VI
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WOMEN
2.1. Distinguish between masculinity, femininity and gender. (3x2) (6)
2.2. Explain how power relations can lead to teenage pregnancy (1x2) (2)
2.3. Explain the negative impact of gender roles on both women and men (2x2) (4)
2.4. List FOUR stereotypical views of gender roles and responsibilities (4x1) (4)
2.5. Critically discuss the influence of gender inequality on relationships and wellbeing.
(1x4) (4)

(20 marks)
CAREERS AND CAREER CHOICES
QUESTION 3
Study the extract below and answer the questions that follow.

Marisa first train to be a priest. Then she worked as social worker for troubled and refugee youth, and
then he trained to be a nurse. She says her religious training and counselling experiences sharpened
some of the strengths that made her a good nurse. She used her analysing skills to identify the deeper
problems of the youth and was calm under pressure. She was able to multitask and provided satisfactory
customer service. Being able to speak clearly and listening carefully, able to provide accurate and brief
reports made her a valuable worker in healthcare. She also had a passion for outdoor environment and
enjoy variety and challenges. But her passion was to become a surgeon, but was not sure to pursue this
field, as it is dominated by males. Some medical students also discouraged her to be a surgeon because
it is not compatible with having a family and was considered a job suitable for males. Despite this she
chose to study and eventually qualified as a surgeon.

3.1. Make a list of Marisa’s interests, abilities, strengths, and talents. Give two of each. (4x2) (8)

3.2. Marisa worked as a social worker. What duties do people in this career typically performs? (3x1)
(3)

3.3. What skills do they require? (3)

3.4. Name two compulsory subjects that you think Marisa has done to become a surgeon? (2x1) (2)

3.5. In which career field is her field of study? (1)

3.6. Did Marisa get a certificate pass, diploma pass or a Bachelor pass to study for a surgeon? (1)

3.7. What are the pass requirements for the option chosen in 3.6? (3)

3.8. State THREE reasons why gender discrimination is unconstitutional in South Africa. (3x1) (3)

3.9. Critically discuss how gender stereotyping could limit Marisa’s career choices. (1x4) (4)

3.10. Discuss THREE ways how a good career portfolio could assist Marisa to find work in careers

traditionally dominated by men. (3x3) (9)

3.11. Give the correct career field for each of the following careers: (8)
3.12. Differentiate between a career field, occupation, career, and job.

Provide an example of each. (4x2) (8)

3.13. Discuss TWO factors to be considered when choosing a career. (1x2)(2)

3. 14. Study at a higher education institution can be expensive. Discuss TWO financial options that

are available to you. (2x2) (4)

3.15. List the steps in choosing a career. (4)

3.16. Discuss TWO socio-economic factors to consider when making career or study choices. (2x3) (6)

3.17. Explain in TWO ways how your study and career choice could uplift your community and help

those in need. (2x3) (6)