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Question: 2 ENG1516 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2025 QUESTION 1 1.1. Briefly explain two benefits of exposing young learners to appropriate pieces of literature. (2) 1.2. Provide four reasons why it is beneficial to make use of graphic novels and/or comics in the Foundation Phase classroom. (4) [6] QUESTION 2 Read the following poem with its accompanying picture before answering the questions below. Copyright © 2014 Core Knowledge Foundation http//creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0/ 2.1. What type of rhyme or poem is this? Provide a reason for your answer. (2) 3 ENG1516 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2025 2.2. Do you think the illustration adds value to the poem? Give a reason for your answer. (2) 2.3. Discuss in a paragraph of five sentences how you would motivate learners to engage with this poem in a Foundation Phase classroom? (5) 2.4. Your study material explains that all children learn differently and that there are three main learning styles which suit different learners. Which learning style(s) does your answer in 2.3. accommodate best? Briefly explain your answer. (4) [13] QUESTION 3 Read this story and answer the questions below. Why the Bat Flies by Night A bush rat called Oyot was a great friend of Emiong, the bat; they always fed together, but the bat was jealous of the bush rat. When the bat cooked the food it was always very good, and the bush rat said, “How is it that when you make the soup it is so tasty?” The bat replied, “I always boil myself in the water, and my flesh is so sweet, that the soup is good.” He then told the bush rat that he would show him how it was done; so he got a pot of warm water, which he told the bush rat was boiling water, and jumped into it, and very shortly afterwards came out again. When the soup was brought it was as strong and good as usual, as the bat had prepared it beforehand. The bush rat then went home and told his wife that he was going to make good soup like the bat’s. He therefore told her to boil some water, which she did. Then, when his wife was not looking, he jumped into the pot, and was very soon dead. When his wife looked into the pot and saw the dead body of her husband boiling she was very angry, and reported the matter to the king, who gave orders that the bat should be made a prisoner. Every one turned out to catch the bat, but as he expected trouble he flew away into the bush and hid himself. All day long the people tried to catch him, so he had to change his habits, and only came out to feed when it was dark, and that is why you never see a bat in the daytime. From: Folk Stories from Southern Nigeria, https://folkmasa.org/yashpeh/mb_yashp.php?mishtane=2457, public domain. 3.1. To which genre does this story belong to? Give three reasons for your answer. (4) 4 ENG1516 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2025 3.2. Write a paragraph of five sentences in which you explain how you would explain the values, morals or lessons of this story to a Foundation Phase classroom. (5) [9] QUESTION 4 Study this illustration and then answer the question below. From The Sausage Dog by Brenda Daniels, illustrated by Christy Zinn, and designed by Salma Haffajee, available on BookDash, https://bookdash.org/, and licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 Licence (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/). The image appears here unaltered. Write a paragraph in which you explain how the illustrator uses elements of illustration such as line, colour, shape, texture, space, composition, and perspective to convey the meaning of the image. (10) [10] QUESTION 5 5.1. Briefly describe what Jean Piaget’s Cognitive Theory entails. (3) 5.2. Write a paragraph of three sentences in which you explain how you would use Piaget’s Cognitive Theory to teach English literature in a Foundation Phase classroom? (3) 5.3. Write a paragraph of four sentences in which you discuss how teachers can motivate learners to read for fun. (4) [10] 5 ENG1516 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2025 QUESTION 6 Please offer a brief reflection on your experience of answering this examination paper. Your reflections may include any of these questions, but you may also respond to your own answers. Did you find that the paper assessed the skills and knowledge you acquired over the course of the module? Did you enjoy answering the questions? Did you feel well prepared for the paper? (2) [2] TOTAL: 50 © UNISA 2025
Here are suggested concise model answers for your ENG1516 exam questions: --- **QUESTION 1** **1.1. Two benefits of exposing young learners to appropriate pieces of literature:** - **Develops language skills:** Learners are exposed to new vocabulary, sentence structures, and different forms of expression, which helps improve their language proficiency. - **Encourages empathy and understanding:** Literature allows learners to experience different perspectives and cultures, helping them develop empathy and social awareness. **1.2. Four reasons graphic novels/comics are beneficial in the Foundation Phase classroom:** - They engage reluctant readers and make reading fun. - They support visual literacy and comprehension through images. - They simplify complex stories, making them easier to understand. - They promote creativity and critical thinking as learners interpret both text and illustration. --- **QUESTION 2** *(Since poem and illustration is not provided, answers will be generic.)* **2.1. What type of rhyme or poem is this? Provide a reason for your answer:** Assuming the poem is simple and repetitive, it may be a **nursery rhyme** because it uses simple vocabulary, rhythmic patterns, and is intended for young children. **2.2. Does the illustration add value to the poem? Reason:** Yes, the illustration adds value because it helps learners visualize the content of the poem, making it more engaging and aiding comprehension. **2.3. How would you motivate learners to engage with this poem?** I would start by reading the poem aloud and encouraging learners to join in with repeated lines. I would show them the illustration and discuss what they see. We could act out actions in the poem or draw our own pictures about it. I would ask questions to connect the poem to their own experiences. Finally, I would praise their participation to build confidence and interest. **2.4. Which learning style(s) does your answer in 2.3 accommodate best? Briefly explain your answer:** My answer accommodates **auditory learners** (through listening and recitation), **visual learners** (with illustrations), and **kinesthetic learners** (through acting out actions). Engaging multiple senses makes the poem accessible for diverse learning styles. --- **QUESTION 3** **3.1. To which genre does this story belong? Three reasons:** This story belongs to the **fable/folktale genre** because: - It features animals with human characteristics (anthropomorphism). - It teaches a moral lesson (the dangers of jealousy and blind imitation). - It explains a natural phenomenon (why bats fly at night). **3.2. How would you explain the lessons of this story to Foundation Phase learners?** I would tell learners that the story teaches us to be careful before copying others and always ask questions if we are unsure. It also shows us that being too jealous can hurt friendships. We learn to think before we act. I would ask learners to share times when they learned something from a mistake. Together, we would discuss the importance of honesty and caution. --- **QUESTION 4** **Illustration Analysis Paragraph:** The illustrator uses bold lines to define the main characters, making them stand out clearly. Bright, warm colours create a cheerful and inviting atmosphere, ensuring the image attracts young readers. Simple shapes are used for characters and objects, aiding recognition and comprehension. The use of texture is subtle, providing depth without overwhelming the scene. Ample space and a balanced composition guide the viewer’s eyes towards the focal point, while the perspective is set at child’s-eye level, making it relatable and accessible to the learners. --- **QUESTION 5** **5.1. Briefly describe Piaget’s Cognitive Theory:** Piaget’s Cognitive Theory explains how children actively construct knowledge as they interact with their environment, progressing through stages that include sensorimotor, preoperational, concrete operational, and formal operational. **5.2. Using Piaget to teach literature in Foundation Phase:** I would use concrete objects and pictures to help learners understand stories, encouraging them to discuss and relate the stories to their own experiences. I would ask open-ended questions, allowing learners to think for themselves and construct meaning. Activities would be hands-on to suit their developmental stage. **5.3. How can teachers motivate learners to read for fun?** Teachers can provide a variety of interesting reading materials at the learners' level. They can create a cozy and inviting reading corner in the classroom. Reading aloud enthusiastically and sharing stories makes reading enjoyable. Praising and rewarding reading efforts encourages children to read more. --- **QUESTION 6** **Reflection Paragraph:** I found this examination paper to be comprehensive and well-aligned with the skills and knowledge I developed during the module. The questions encouraged me to apply theory to practical classroom scenarios, which I enjoyed. I felt well-prepared, and the paper gave me an opportunity to reflect on both educational theory and effective teaching strategies. --- **TOTAL: 50** Let me know if you need more detailed answers or adjustments for specific questions!
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