Senior Phase: Grade 9
Senior Phase: Grade 9
GRADE 9
NOVEMBER 2016
CREATIVE ARTS
MARKS: 100
TIME: 2 hours
*9ARTS*
4. All answers should be written on the ANSWER SHEET and NOT on the
question paper, except where indicated otherwise.
SECTION A: DANCE
Choose the correct answer from the possible answers given below. Write only the
letter (A–D) of the answer next to the question number (1.1–1.5), for example
1.6 E.
A snake dance.
B torso.
C dance convention.
D Soweto dance. (1)
A stillness.
B ligament.
C adage.
D tendus. (1)
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QUESTION 2
COLUMN A COLUMN B
2.1 Xibelani dance A Black miners of SA
2.2 Ballet B Townships of SA in the 1950s
2.3 Gumboot dance C Southern Basotho women
2.4 Pantsula D Tsonga
2.5 Makgibo E Rond de Jambe
(5 x 1) [5]
QUESTION 3
QUESTION 4
4.3 Using the examples of natural gestures you have named in QUESTION 4.2,
write a movement sequence that you would follow as a group that is based
on gestures.
QUESTION 5
Early Life
Mamela Nyamza was born in 1976 into a large family living in Gugulethu, Cape
Town in South Africa. Growing up in Gugulethu had an enormous influence on
Nyamza’s career as a dancer. She explained that the environment in which she
was immersed “did not give (her) a choice but to love dance. There was music
and sound, all day long, and even in the streets the noise became the music”.
Dancing became a way for Nyamza to understand all that was happening in the
world around her, “I used my body as the instrument to react to all forms of
sound, whether it be playing, crying, or watching all sorts of things that one can
imagine happened in Gugulethu in the '80s”.
Nyamza believes that others too, can use dance as a means to heal themselves
by using it to express experiences they may find too difficult to put into words. It
is this belief that has motivated her to take on various volunteer and community
outreach projects – including ballet teaching in Mamelodi, volunteering at
Thembalethu Day School for the Disabled, and launching a project at
the University of Stellenbosch that uses dance therapy to educate others on
issues relating to HIV/Aids, domestic violence, and drug abuse. Nyamza
exemplifies the potential these projects have to positively impact people’s lives,
“Art has developed me, and opened a totally different book for me to explore the
impossible which is now possible …Giving back to the community is helping
those that come from where I come from, and showing them that this art …can
heal a lot of them that are born out of issues just like myself”.
Education
Mamela Nyamza began her training as a dancer at the Zama Dance School
under the Royal Academy of Dance. She continued her training at the Pretoria
Dance Technikon where she received a National Diploma in Ballet. In 1998
Nyamza received a scholarship enabling her to further her dance education at
the prestigious Alvin Ailey Dance Theatre. Upon graduation, she joined the State
Theatre Dance Company with whom she did performances both nationally and
internationally. Additionally, she has attended various intensive workshops and
classes including a choreographic workshop at the Vienna International Dance
festival, ballet training with Martin Schonberg through the Pact Dance Company,
African Dance workshops in Soweto with Jamaine Acogny, and a course in
dance through London’s prestigious Sadler’s Wells Theatre.
Career
Thus far in her dance career, Nyamza has held the role of dancer,
choreographer, and teacher. In her early career she performed in various major
international musicals including The Lion King in Den Haag, Netherlands in 2004,
We Will Rock You in South Africa in 2006, and African Footprints.
Since 2006, Nyamza has mainly focused on her own choreography, most of
which deals with important political and social issues existing in modern day
South Africa. One of Nyamza’s most known choreographic pieces is Hatch.
Hatch was choreographed in 2008, and has since been performed at the Out The
Box Festival, the Baxter Dance Festival, and at the World Population Foundation.
Additionally, Nyamza did informal studio performances of "Hatch" in Brazil and
Vienna and at selected schools in the Eastern Cape, Durban and Cape Town
and at the South African Domestic Violence conference in Johannesburg. She
has also performed the piece in various shelters for abused women in the
Netherlands.
In 2011 Nyamza was honoured with the Standard Bank Young Artist Award.
Along with the other Standard Bank Young Artist Award winners, Nyamza
showcased her work at the 2011 National Arts Festival in South Africa. There she
performed the pieces Isingqala and Amafongkong, which featured a solo work by
Nyamza and was a collaborative production with the Adugna Dance Theatre
Company from Ethiopia.
Nyamza said that her intention in creating Amafongkong was to use an open
space to explore the notion of “collaboration” by “seeing how and where similar
and different bodies could meet in movement”. Mamela Nyamza collaborated with
UK-based artist, Mojisola Adebayo, to create I Stand Corrected. The powerful
piece addresses issues of homophobia and rape that Nyamza describes as “Dark,
strange, witty and absurd”. In it, Nyamza is killed for being a lesbian, and is coming
back to “correct herself”. The piece premiered in South Africa and successfully ran
for three weeks at the Ovalhouse in London, where it was met with full houses and
fantastic reviews. Additionally, I Stand Corrected recently received six Off West
End Theatre nominations in London.
I Stand Corrected was also performed at the Soweto Theatre in South Africa. This
was a major accomplishment for Nyamza because of the difficulty she has
experienced securing a spot in national theatres; “I have performed in Soweto, and
because of that I’m the proudest artist ever”. Obtaining funding from South Africa
has also proved to be a barrier for Nyamza, “It’s sad that we still have to struggle
for funding here at home, while internationally we don't even have to apply, we just
get invited”.
Despite the barriers she has faced, Mamela Nyamza continues to thrive. In March
2013 she performed at Infecting the City in Cape Town, South Africa. This project
“places exciting new artworks in unexpected spaces in the middle of the City (to)
challenge Cape Town’s ideas of art and public space”. Nyamza is excited for her
future and plans to continue creating work that shares African stories and
experiences with the rest of the world for as long as she can.
Sources: http://www.southafrica.info/about/arts/mamela-nyamza.htm#.Vf1UEt-
qqko#ixzz3mBdtkCfw; http://www.southafrica.info/about/arts/mamela-nyamza.htm#.Vf1UEt-qqko
5.4 Nyamza faced challenges in her life. How did she deal with them? (1)
5.5 Nyamza’s mother was raped and murdered in 1999. What would you do as
an artist to minimise the crime rate in your area? (3 x 1) (3)
5.6 In 2004 Nyamza had a major international performance. Name the place
and the musical she performed. (2)
5.8 As a learner, which career would you follow in the field of art, and why? (2)
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TOTAL SECTION A: 50
SECTION B: DRAMA
Choose the correct answer from the possible answers given below. Write only the
letter (A–D) of the answer next to the question number (6.1–6.10), for example
6.11 E.
6.1 The turning point of the action in the plot of a play and the point of greatest
tension in the story.
A Conflict
B Climax
C Dialogue
D Plot (1)
6.2 In a …, only the audience can hear the private thoughts of the characters.
A comedy
B tragedy
C soliloquy
D monologue (1)
6.3 The audience faces each other, forming an avenue with action taking place
in the middle in … stage.
A proscenium
B thrust
C arena
D traverse (1)
A Pose
B Gesture
C Wink an eye
D All of the above (1)
6.5 Articles or objects that appear on stage during a play are called …
A characters.
B symbols.
C props.
D none of the above. (1)
6.6 Masks are worn over the face or part of the face of an actor in order to …
6.7 A silent and motionless depiction of a scene created by actors, often from a
picture, is a …
A style.
B tableau.
C rehearsal.
D melodrama. (1)
6.8 The pronunciation of words, the choice of words, and the manner in which a
person expresses himself or herself is called …
A articulation.
B diction.
C tempo.
D All of the above (1)
6.10 The … is a person who oversees the entire process of staging a production.
A script writer
B director
C main character
D music manager (1)
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QUESTION 7
7.1 Identify the stage type and also explain the performance in relation to the
audience in each of the four diagrams below.
A B
C D
(4 x 2) (8)
7.5 Discuss the movie that you have watched elaborating on the elements of
Drama you identified. Your discussion should include the following:
QUESTION 8
The film industry in South Africa has always been competitive. There is so much
talent and drive among South Africans to excel in the field of the arts. It helps that
the South African government is 100% behind the film industry, supporting and
recognizing its potential to be an international force.
It was in 1995 that the international film industry began to sit up and take notice of
South Africa as a possible location. This was after the successful 1994 free
elections and the establishment of a more equal playing field regardless of race or
skin colour. When this happened, the work force of the film industry was a measly
4 000 employees and workers. Today, there are more than 30 000 artisans and
professionals working in film and drama productions. According to the Department
of Trade and Industry of South Africa, the film industry generates over R5,8 billion
every year from film and TV, and the entertainment industry is valued at
R7,4 billion.
Currently, South Africa enjoys film treaties with 4 countries: Italy, Canada, UK, and
Germany. It’s more of a production agreement for film and TV which allows for
sharing of credits so that the film companies can pursue international recognition
and financial aid from both countries.
There are many filmmakers who have chosen South Africa as their location for
their projects. Not only are there unique locations, the production cost is
affordable, weather is pretty much predictable, and the exchange rate is attractive.
In short, it’s cheaper to film in South Africa than to do so in the US, Europe, or
Australia. The first South African film was called African Mirror in 1913. It was a
news reel which ran up to the 1980s. The first feature film, The Kimberly Diamond
Robbery was filmed in 1910, and is now considered a timeless piece of movie
memorabilia. It was only after 1994 that South Africa began to shoot more films
and tell its stories.
In the beginning of the democratic era, there were many films done on apartheid
and then the HIV virus. However, eventually, South Africa moved forward and
began to develop better stories, one of which – Tsotsi – even won an Academy
Award in 2006 for Best Foreign Language Film.
Yesterday which got an Oscar nomination and tells the tale of an HIV-infected
mother
U Carmen EKhayelitsha which is a film that won the 2005 Berlin Golden Bear
Award
Blood Diamond which starred Leonardo DiCaprio
Lord of War starring Nicholas Cage
Since the government has required broadcasters to show local content on their TV
networks, there is a daily dose of South African drama series or soap operas which
are produced and directed in South Africa with local talent, according to Eddie
Mbalo, the Chief Executive for the National and Film and Video Foundation.
8.1 What was the first South African film and when was it first broadcast? (2)
8.2 How much is generated every year by the South African film industry
according to the report by Department of Trade and Industry of South
Africa? (2)
8.3 List THREE films that were developed after democracy in South Africa. (3)
8.4 Give THREE reasons for international filmmakers to choose South Africa as
a location for their projects. (3)
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TOTAL SECTION B: 50
SECTION C: MUSIC
Choose the correct answer from the possible answers given below. Write only the
letter (A–D) of the answer (9.1–9.5) next to the number of the question, for
example 9.6 E.
A a choir.
B a symphony.
C an orchestra.
D a string quartet. (1)
A fairly quickly.
B gradually getting louder.
C at the same speed as before.
D at a walking pace. (1)
A an area.
B a drama.
C a virtuoso.
D an opera. (1)
9.5 When the lead singer sings a line and the chorus answers back, it is called …
QUESTION 10
Choose only ONE word from the list below which fits each of the statements.
QUESTION 11
11.1 Insert the correct key signature in the following keys below.
A B
C D
(5 x 1) (5)
11.2 Construct Bb major descending in bass clef using the following rhythm.
Remember to slur the semitones and put accidentals where necessary.
(2 x 2) (4)
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QUESTION 12
(8)
Give the number of each of these harmonic intervals. The lower note is the key
note. (The first answer is given as an example.)
(5 x 2) [10]
QUESTION 14
There were media reports not so long ago saying you have moved from
Joburg …
Really? I haven’t moved from Joburg. I am still here. Since 1999 when I came here
I haven’t gone back to stay home in the Eastern Cape. I visit home yes but do not
stay there.
How is married life going, having been married for 3 years so far?
It is a school but a good school. I would like to see more of what God has in store
for me in this school of marriage. We have our challenges and ups and downs like
every couple but we invite God in such situations and we trust God to keep us
together.
What things surprised you about being married? Things you didn’t expect
getting in?
I knew we would have kids but when they came I was surprised at how my life
changed. One minute I was Siphokazi alone with my husband and now I had to
adjust to being a mother. That came with a lot of compromise and sacrifice that I
wasn’t ready for initially.
Another thing is getting to know my husband. Literally every day since we got
married, I learn new things about him. I still get surprised at some of the things I
find out about him and it makes me realise that it takes lifetime to know someone.
What did you do right to still be in the music industry for this long?
I have always been myself. That is what has helped me.
I have had challenges with people saying I am too
rural…
14.1 Give the name of the album released by Siphokazi in 2006. (1)
14.3 Name THREE best awards won by Siphokazi in the 8th metro awards. (3)
14.4 Give TWO artists that influenced Siphokazi in her music. (2)
14.6 Other than Ubuntu Bam, name THREE other music albums produced by
Siphokazi. (3)
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TOTAL SECTION C: 50
Choose the correct answer from the possible answers given below. Write only the letter
(A–D) of the answer (15.1–15.10) next to the number of the question, for e.g. 15.11 E.
15.1 The way we show objects in relation to one another; size, shape, etc. is
called …
A proportion.
B gesture.
C sketch.
D painting. (1)
15.2 The line that separates the land from the sky is known as …
A vertical.
B horizontal.
C diagonal.
D zigzag. (1)
15.3 If you wanted to create the feeling of summer in a picture you might want
to use … colours.
A cool
B dark
C warm
D primary (1)
A Balance
B Space
C Line
D Rhythm (1)
A pastel
B primary
C neutral
D complementary (1)
A Space
B Focal point
C Proportion
D Contrast (1)
A one
B two
C three
D four (1)
15.8 An artwork created by gluing pieces of materials like paper or cloth to a flat
surface is called a …
A painting.
B collage.
C sculpture.
D pinch pot. (1)
15.9 Objects that appear in the centre of an art work are called the …
A foreground.
B middle ground.
C background.
D horizon. (1)
QUESTION 16
Match COLUMN A with COLUMN B. Only write the correct letter next to the
question number, for e.g. 16.6 F.
COLUMN A COLUMN B
16.1 The lightness or darkness of an area in terms of A Value
black to white
16.2 Material or technique an artist works in, usually liquid B Symbol
or semi-liquid
16.3 The lightness or darkness of a line, shape or area in C Negative Space
terms of black to white
16.4 In a painting or sculpture, the areas where there are D Medium
no forms (the “empty” areas)
16.5 A form, image, or subject representing a meaning E Tone
other than the one with which it is usually associated
(5 x 1) [5]
QUESTION 17
17.1 Explain how the elements and principles of art have been used in the image
above in terms of:
17.3 If you had additional time, what changes would you make in this
composition? (2)
17.4 Imagine yourself as a founder and CEO of a company. Design a LOGO that
will best represent your company. You must be creative and original in your
design. Use the attached ANNEXURE B. Insert ANNEXURE B in your
ANSWER BOOK. (15)
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QUESTION 18
“As I’ve mastered the skill of implementing both cement/concrete and found
objects, I actually make use of concrete, clay, found objects, steel and wood in
combination as a body and a symbol of decay in transition. Objects and
absenteeism in space generate the absence in present times, as a result of
rephrasing the Past, Present and the Future as one thing. I use rust to represent
decay/dying in a form of symbolising the past, and the present or the future as a
threat to a new generation to come. ”
Referring to the article above, write a short description of the artist under the
following headings:
18.1 Name of the artist, date of birth and career path (3)
TOTAL SECTION D: 50
GRAND TOTAL: 100
11.1 Insert the correct key signature in the following keys below.
A B
C D
(5 x 1) (5)
11.2 Construct Bb major descending in bass clef using the following rhythm.
Remember to slur the semitones and put accidentals where necessary.
(2 x 2) [4]
QUESTION 12
(8)
12.2 Name the key for the above. ANSWER: _______________ (2)
[10]
QUESTION 13
Give the number of each of these harmonic intervals. The lower note is the key
note. (The first answer is given as an example.)
(5 x 2) [10]
NAME: ___________________________________