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Grade 11 Geography Mapwork Task 2025

This document is a Grade 11 Geography Mapwork Task for March 2025, consisting of three questions covering map skills, interpretation, and GIS, with a total of 60 marks. It provides instructions, general information about Bloemfontein, and various tasks requiring calculations and interpretations based on provided maps. The assessment is designed to evaluate students' understanding of geographical concepts and their ability to apply map-related skills.

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Grade 11 Geography Mapwork Task 2025

This document is a Grade 11 Geography Mapwork Task for March 2025, consisting of three questions covering map skills, interpretation, and GIS, with a total of 60 marks. It provides instructions, general information about Bloemfontein, and various tasks requiring calculations and interpretations based on provided maps. The assessment is designed to evaluate students' understanding of geographical concepts and their ability to apply map-related skills.

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PROVINCI AL ASSESSMENT

GRADE 11

MAPWORK TASK
MARCH 2025

MARKS: 60
TIME: 1.5 Hours

Learner name: ________________________________

This question paper consists of 09 pages.

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Grade 11

INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION

1. This question paper consists of THREE QUESTIONS.

QUESTION 1: Map Skills and Calculations (20)


QUESTION 2: Map Interpretation (24)
QUESTION 3: GIS (16)

2. Answer all THREE questions.

3. Answer on the spaces provided

4. You may use a non-programmable calculator.

5. A 1: 50 000 Topographic map the 2926AA BLOEMFONTEIN-


NOORD(NORTH) topographic map and a 1: 10 000 Orthophoto map 2926AA 10
BLOEMFONTEIN-NOORD(NORTH) are provided.
6. The area demarcated in RED/BLACK on the topographic map represents the area
covered by the Orthophoto map.

7. Show ALL calculations. Marks will be allocated for this.


8. All calculations, when not specified in the question, must be calculated to a minimum of
ONE decimal place.

9. You may use a magnifying glass.

10. Write neatly and legibly.

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GENERAL INFORMATION ON BLOEMFONTEIN

Coordinates: 290 05’S; 260 09É


Bloemfontein is the capital city of the Free State. It is in central South Africa
on the southern edge of the Highveld. The area is generally flat with isolated hills.

Although agriculture is the main primary activity, businesses mainly drive Bloemfontein’s
economy.

Due to the many businesses, it has attracted more people into the area. This has led to
many new developments

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The following English terms and their Afrikaans translations are shown on the
topographical map:

ENGLISH AFRIKAANS
Spring Spruit

Game reserve Wildrervaat

Roads under construction Paai omder konstruksie

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QUESTION 1: MAP SKILLS AND CALCULATIONS


1.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.
Choose the correct answer and write the letter (A–D) next to the question number
(1.1.1–1.1.7) down on the blocks provided, for example 1.1.8 D.

1.1.1 In which province is Bloemfontein?


A Limpopo
B North West
C Free State
D Mpumalanga

1.1.2 26 in the map index 2926AA refers to…


A longitude
B latitude
C graticule
D code
1.1.3 The value of the contour line in block D5 on the
topographic map is…
A 1423m
B 1420m
C 1463m
D 1460 m

1.1.4 The contour interval of the orthophoto map is …

A 20m
B 15m
C 10m
D 5m
1.1.5 The horizontal equivalent between Trig beacon 97 in
block A4 and spot height 1358 in block A3 is…

A 15.9m
B 1261m
C 1358m
D 23.9m
1.1.6 The scale of the topographic map is…than the scale of the
orthophoto map
A 5 times smaller
B 5 times larger
C 50 times smaller
D 50 times larger

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1.1.7 Pentagon park in block D4 is located… of


Waverley in block E3/4

A North west
B South west
C North east
D South east

(7 X 1) (7)

1.2 Calculate the following:

1.2.1 Calculate the distance in km from spotheight 1431 in (2 x 1) (2)


block A3 to spotheight 1427 in block B4 on the
orthophoto map
Distance= map distance x map scale
________________________________
________________________________
1.2.2 (a) Calculate magnetic bearing (MB) from trig (7 x 1) (7)
beacon 97 in block A4 to spotheight 1358 in block
A3 for the current year. Show ALL workings.
Formula: MB= TB + MD
TB= __________

MD: _______________________________________
__________________________________________
___________________________________________
___________________________________________
___________________________________________

(b) Why is it important to calculate magnetic


bearing? (1 x 2) (2)

__________________________________________
___________________________________________

1.2.3 The coordinates of the reservoir in block A2 are: (2 x1) (2)

Latitude: 29º, 01’, __’’ S

Longitude: 26º, 11’, __’’ E


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QUESTION 2: MAP INTERPRETATION


2.1 Refer to the table below and answer the questions that follow:

Source: SA weather services

2.1.1 Calculate the temperature range for Bloemfontein. (2 x 1) (2)

_____________________________________

2.1.2 Which city had a similar temperature range with (1 x 1) (1)


Bloemfontein?
_____________________________________

2.1.3 Explain why the temperature range of Bloemfontein (2 x 2) (4)


and Durban are not the same.

_________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________

2.2 Refer to the map index/map reference.

2.2.1 290 is the line of latitude for the map of Bloemfontein. (2 x 1) (2)

In which circulation cell and pressure belt is


Bloemfontein located?

Circulation cell: _________________________________

Pressure belt: ___________________________________

2.2.2 Describe the weather conditions associated with (1 x 2) (2)


the pressure belt mentioned in QUESTION 2.2.1.

_________________________________________

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2.2.3 Name the prevailing winds in the cell mentioned in (1 +2) (3)
QUESTION 2.2.1 and the direction they move from.

Prevailing winds: ________________________________

Direction of the wind: _____________________________

2.3 Refer to the topographical map block B3/C3.

2.3.1 (a) Is the river flowing towards the Waveren Dam (1 + 2) (3)
perennial or non perennial?
_________________________________________________
(b) Give a reason for your answer to QUESTION
2.3.1 (a)
_________________________________________________
________________________________________________
2.3.2 The river is flowing in the west direction, support (1 x 2) (2)

this statement with evidence from the map.

_________________________________________________

________________________________________________

2.4 2.4.1 Define the term drought. (1 x 2) (2)

________________________________________________

2.4.2 Bloemfontein experiences seasonal rainfall. Give 3 (3 x 1) (3)

evidence from the map that shows that

Bloemfontein has measures in place to mitigate the

issue of water shortages.

________________________________________

_______________________________________

________________________________________

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QUESTION 3: GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS

3.1.1 Differentiate between geographical information (2 x 2) (4)

systems (GIS) and remote sensing.

Geographic information systems (GIS):

Remote sensing:

________________________________________

3.1.2 Name 2 components of GIS. (2 x 1) (2)

(i) ________________________________

(ii) ________________________________

3.1.3 Refer to photograph below.

Source: wildnote

(a) Is the type of data shown in the photograph above (1 x 1) (1)


primary or secondary data?
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(b) Give a reason to support your answer to QUESTION (1 x 2) (2)


3.1.3 (a).

________________________________________

(c) Name ONE example of the type of data you chose (1 x 1) (1)
in QUESTION 3.1.3 (a).
________________________________________

3.1.4 An orthophoto map is an example of a vertical aerial (1 x 2) (2)


photograph. Explain one characteristic of a vertical
aerial photograph.

________________________________________

________________________________________

3.1.5 List ONE advantage and ONE disadvantage of (2 x 2) (4)


remote sensing.

Advantage Disadvantage

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GRAND TOTAL: 60

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Common questions

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Contour intervals are chosen based on the terrain's relief and the map's scale. On a topographic map, larger intervals, like 20m, are used for broad overviews, while smaller intervals on orthophoto maps, like 5m, provide detailed elevation changes, aiding in precise terrain analysis .

Calculating the horizontal equivalent involves spatial reasoning, which requires understanding distances, differences in elevation, and interpreting topographical data to estimate the straight-line distance between elevation points .

GIS involves managing spatial data through layers, analysis, and mapping, whereas remote sensing is the acquisition of information about an object or phenomenon without making physical contact, often via satellite or aerial imagery. They complement each other as GIS uses remote sensing data for detailed spatial analysis and visualization .

The temperature range of Bloemfontein is not the same as Durban because Bloemfontein, being situated inland, experiences larger temperature fluctuations due to its continental climate, whereas Durban, being on the coast, benefits from a maritime climate that moderates temperatures .

The prevailing winds in the subtropical high-pressure belt where Bloemfontein is located are usually descending dry air currents, leading to stable, dry conditions. This impacts Bloemfontein by contributing to its semi-arid climate and influencing seasonal temperature and precipitation patterns .

Using a map scale is crucial for accurately converting map measurements to real-world distances. The difference between the 1:50,000 scale of a topographic map and the 1:10,000 scale of an orthophoto map allows for varying levels of detail, with orthophoto maps enabling more precise measurements and detailed analysis .

Bloemfontein mitigates water shortages through the construction of reservoirs, the use of retention ponds, and water pipelines. These measures store and distribute water efficiently, compensating for the region's seasonal rainfall patterns and ensuring water availability throughout the year .

Calculating magnetic bearing is crucial for accurate navigation and map reading. It allows the determination of the angle between the true north and the bearing of a line, which accounts for the variation in Earth's magnetic field. This ensures that navigation and measurements on the map align with real-world orientations .

GIS components, such as data layers and spatial analysis tools, are integral in environmental planning by allowing for the visualization of land use changes, monitoring environmental impacts, and supporting decision-making processes. They enable the integration of diverse data sets to assess, plan, and manage natural resources efficiently .

Interpreting river flow direction helps in understanding the landscape gradient and hydrological patterns. In block B3/C3, the river flows west, indicating the natural terrain slope and potential flood zones or erosion areas, impacting planning and development in the region .

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