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**Module Code: ENG 1512 Assignment: 02 Marks: 100 Unique Number: 714511 Due Date: 04 April 2024 Closing Time: 23 :0 0
This paper consists of: Question 1: Language editing ( 10 marks) Question 2 : Match Column A with Column B ( 20 marks) Question 3 : Ambiguity (1 0 marks) Question 4 : Subject-verb agreement ( 5 marks) Question 5 : Punctuation marks ( 5 marks) Question 6 : Visual literacy (4 0 marks) Question 7 : Referencing ( 10 marks) Question 1 : Language editing** 1 .1 The following passage has grammatical errors. Edit and improve the passage by re-writing the grammatically acceptable version of the passage. Do NOT change the original passage. In addiction to the immediate, human suffering caused by the disease itself and the loss of livelyhoods for millions, the COVID- 19 pandemic has also several key vulnerabilities of our societies and economic system. Global interconnected has helped to create huge economic and social benefits for decades, albeit unequally, but also facilitated the rapid spread of the pandemick. More broadly, the speed and depth of the economic crisis have shown that a core principle of the global economy – prioritising short-term economic growth and efficiency over long-term resilience – can have huge societal costs. The precariousness of long and complex
global value chains has been revealed, with many countries struggling to acquire medical and other strategic singing supplies. Socialinequalities have been exposed and rapidly exacerbated by the massive but uneven loss of employment, with the equivalent of more than 300 million jobs pontentially at risk (ILO, 2020 [ 2 ]). Although this is not the first economic crisis to expose these frailties the depth and breadth of the current circumstances have brought the issue of resilience and preparedness high in the public consciousness. In addition to the immediate human suffering caused by the disease itself and the loss of livelihoods for millions, the COVID-19 pandemic has also revealed several key vulnerabilities of our societies and economic system. Global interconnectedness has helped create huge economic and social benefits for decades, albeit unequally, but it has also facilitated the rapid spread of the pandemic. More broadly, the speed and depth of the economic crisis have shown that a core principle of the global economy – prioritizing short-term economic growth and efficiency over long- term resilience – can have huge societal costs. The precariousness of long and complex global value chains has been revealed, with many countries struggling to acquire medical and other strategic supplies. Social inequalities have been exposed and rapidly exacerbated by the massive but uneven loss of employment, with the equivalent of more than 300 million jobs potentially at risk (ILO, 2020[2]). Although this is not the first economic crisis to expose these frailties, the depth and breadth of the current circumstances have brought the issue of resilience and preparedness high in the public consciousness. Question 2 : Match Column A with Column B Match the words/phrases in Column A with the corresponding meaning in Column B. Write only the correct letter (For example: 1. A). 2 .1 Barter A. An economic system characterized by private ownership, competition, and the pursuit of profit through the management of production, distribution, and exchange. 2 .2 Beta B. Is used to identify and differentiate products made by a specific manufacturer or sold by a particular dealer from those of competitors. 2 .3 Diversification C. Funds sent by migrants to their home countries, typically to provide financial support to their families.
2.1 Barter - I 2.2 Beta - B 2.3 Diversification - H 2.4 Dumping - G 2.5 Elasticity - F 2.6 Giffen goods - E 2.7 Overheating - D 2.8 Remittances - C 2.9 Capitalism - A 2.10 Trademark - B Question 3 : Ambiguity Ambiguity is a concept that can be understood or interpreted in multiple ways. In your own words, construct two ambiguous sentences using the words below. Do not copy from the internet or AI. For example: Bark a. She was busy cooking when she heard the bark from the neighbour’s house. b. John noticed the roughness of the bark while strolling in the forest. 3 .1 Rock 3 .2 Cab 3 .3 Business 3 .4 Charge 3 .5 Roll
3.1 Rock a. Sarah decided to pick up a rock and throw it into the river. b. The rock concert was so loud that it made it hard for Mark to concentrate on his studies. 3.2 Cab a. Mary hailed a cab to take her to the airport early in the morning. b. The cab of the truck was filled with tools and equipment for the construction project. 3.3 Business a. James had a serious discussion with his partner about their business plans for the future. b. Sarah's business attire always made her stand out in the corporate world. 3.4 Charge a. The police officer decided to charge the suspect with robbery. b. Tom made sure to charge his phone overnight so it would be fully powered in the morning. 3.5 Roll a. Grandma decided to bake some delicious cinnamon rolls for breakfast. b. As the storm approached, the crew had to roll up the sails to prevent damage to the boat.
4.4 My parents prefer/preferring iced tea; however, since our preferences vary its/it may depend on the individual. Answer: The correct verb is "prefer." In this sentence, "My parents" is the subject, which is plural, so the verb "prefer" agrees with the plural subject. Also, the possessive pronoun "its" is incorrect; it should be "it's" as a contraction of "it is. Question 5 : Punctuation marks Punctuation marks play a significant part in written language, providing several critical purposes that improve expressiveness, clarity, and communication. Describe the purpose of the following punctuation marks. 5.1 ; (semicolon) 5.2 : (colon) 5.3 , (comma) 5.4 “” (Quotation marks) 5.5 () (Parentheses) 5.1; (Semicolon): A semicolon is like a stronger comma. It's used to join two related sentences together or to separate items in a list when those items have commas in them. Example: Sarah went to the store; she needed to buy milk and bread. 5.2: (Colon): A colon introduces or emphasizes something that comes after it. It's often used before a list or to explain something. Example: There are three things I love: chocolate, music, and hiking. 5.3, (Comma): Commas are used to separate things in a sentence, like items in a list or parts of a sentence. They help make sentences clearer by showing where there should be pauses. Example: She went to the store, bought some groceries, and then went home. 5.4 “” (Quotation marks): Quotation marks are used to show when someone is speaking directly or to highlight titles of shorter works. They help show that certain words or phrases are being used in a special way.
Example: "I'll be there in five minutes," he said. 5.5 () (Parentheses): Parentheses are used to include extra information that's not essential to the main point. They help add details without interrupting the main flow of the sentence. Example: The conference (which lasted for three days) was attended by scholars from all over the world.
Page | 10 Image C Source: https://www.architectural-review.com/essays/outrage/outrage-load-shedding-in-south- africa [Accessed: 2023 , 05 September]. 6 .1 Discuss the message depicted in images A, B and C. 6 .2 In two sentences, what tactics may entrepreneurs employ to lessen the loss of revenue during load shedding? 6 .3 The marginalised group usually suffers the most when load shedding occurs. Do you agree with this statement? Use examples from each of the images to support your stance. 6 .4 In a paragraph of no more than 100 words, how is load shedding affecting you as an online student? 6 .5 In your own words, what are the causes of load shedding and how can the government reduce the prevalence of load shedding? 6.1 The message depicted in Image A suggests disparities in electricity tariffs, with different rates for different types of users, including middle-income households, big businesses, and neighboring countries. Image B portrays the struggle of individuals, such as students, to carry on with daily activities like studying during power outages caused by load shedding. Image C illustrates the direct impact of power outages on businesses, leading to closures and potential financial losses. 6.2 Entrepreneurs may employ tactics such as investing in alternative power sources like generators or solar panels, implementing energy-saving measures to reduce reliance on the grid
Page | 11 during peak hours, and diversifying their product offerings to include non-electricity-dependent goods or services. 6.3 Yes, I agree with the statement. In Image A, the socket labeled "Poor & Marginalized" suggests that marginalized groups may face difficulties accessing reliable electricity services due to their socio-economic status. Additionally, Image C shows a store closure due to power outages, which could disproportionately affect businesses serving marginalized communities. 6.4 As an online student, load shedding disrupts my ability to attend live classes, access online resources, and submit assignments on time. This often leads to frustration, increased stress levels, and a decrease in productivity as I try to navigate through power outages and find alternative solutions to continue my studies. 6.5 Load shedding is primarily caused by a shortage of electricity supply relative to demand, often exacerbated by aging infrastructure, insufficient maintenance, and mismanagement of resources. The government can reduce the prevalence of load shedding by investing in infrastructure upgrades, promoting energy efficiency measures, diversifying energy sources, and implementing effective governance and regulatory frameworks to ensure sustainable energy provision.
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