Plans and aims we can actively pursue

Principles we think are important in life

South African Qualifications Authority

Life Orientation Grade 11 Revision Notes

Life Orientation

This document provides revision notes for Life Orientation Grade 11, covering topics such as the development of the self, careers, democracy, study skills, social and environmental responsibility, and gender roles. It includes detailed explanations, examples, and tips for students.

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30 Questions Medium Ages 16+ May 9, 2026

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1 What are goals?

A Things we wish for
B Plans and aims we can actively pursue
C Dreams that are unattainable
D Ideas that are not actionable

2 Which of the following is NOT a component of SMART goals?

A Specific
B Meaningful
C Achievable
D Time-based

3 A goal to be achieved within the next 6 months is considered:

A Short-term
B Medium-term
C Long-term
D Immediate

4 What is the first step in the five-step method for planning and goal-setting?

A Make an action plan
B Evaluate if you have achieved your goal
C Write down your goal
D Check to see if it is a SMART goal

5 What is the first step in problem-solving skills?

A Gather information
B List possible solutions
C Think of the effects of each solution
D Explain the problem

6 What are values?

A Things we want to achieve
B Principles we think are important in life
C Dreams and wishes
D Actions we take

7 Which type of relationship is with people related by blood or marriage?

A Casual
B Friends
C Family
D Formal

8 What is an example of a natural development that can change relationships?

A Accidents
B Death of a family member
C Moving to another area
D Job loss

9 Which quality is NOT listed as making good relationships?

A Caring
B Selfish
C Mutual respect
D Good listener

10 What is gender stereotyping?

A The traditional roles of men and women
B Thinking someone behaves a certain way because of their gender
C The ability to have power in a relationship
D The process of marriage

11 Which of the following is a type of qualification?

A High School Certificate
B Vocational Training Certificate
C Bachelor's Degree
D Apprenticeship

12 What does FET stand for?

A Further Education and Training
B Foundation Education and Technology
C Future Employment Training
D Formal Education and Teaching

13 What is the purpose of the NQF framework?

A To regulate prices of education
B To combine education and training in South Africa
C To set standards for sports
D To create new holidays

14 What is an Admission Point Score (APS)?

A A score for extracurricular activities
B Points for marks obtained in NSC examinations
C A score for physical fitness
D A score for artistic talent

15 How many compulsory subjects are there in the NSC?

16 What is the minimum rating required for 3 subjects to qualify for a National Senior Certificate?

A 1 (0-29%)
B 2 (30-39%)
C 3 (40-49%)
D 4 (50-59%)

17 What is the minimum rating required for English or Afrikaans to meet the language requirement for tertiary education?

A 1 (0-29%)
B 2 (30-39%)
C 3 (40-49%)
D 4 (50-59%)

18 What is SAQA?

A Student Assistance and Quality Assurance
B South African Qualifications Authority
C Skills Acquisition and Advancement
D Student Aptitude and Qualification Assessment

19 Which of the following is a type of financial assistance for studies?

A Work study program
B Scholarship
C Part-time job
D Allowance

20 What is public participation?

A Being involved with others in doing something
B Voting in elections only
C Attending community meetings only
D Paying taxes only

21 What is a petition?

A A formal request to the government
B A type of election
C A protest march
D A public speech

22 What is good governance characterized by?

A Secrecy and lack of transparency
B Corruption and inefficiency
C Accountability and transparency
D Excluding the public from decisions

23 What is proportional representation?

A Parties get seats based on population size
B Parties get seats according to the percentage of votes they get
C Each constituency has one representative regardless of votes
D People vote for individual candidates only

24 Which of the following is NOT a principle of the rule of law?

A Government accountability
B Absence of corruption
C Security, order, and fundamental rights
D Arbitrary government decisions

25 Which government structure consists of municipalities?

A National Government
B Provincial Government
C Local Government
D Parliament

26 What is the role of the National Assembly?

A To make laws for provinces only
B To be the supreme law-making body in the RSA
C To approve local government budgets
D To manage international relations

27 How can sport support nation building?

A By promoting division and conflict
B By building tolerance, understanding, and unity
C By excluding certain groups
D By focusing only on individual achievements

28 What is the primary function of the brain in learning?

A To only remember facts
B To become less active with practice
C To create connections between neurons and develop pathways
D To stop learning after a certain age

29 What is the SQ3R method for studying?

A Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Review
B Study, Question, Read, Record, Revise
C Survey, Query, Read, Repeat, Remember
D Study, Quote, Read, Recall, Revisit

30 Which of the following is a key examination question word and its meaning?

A Analyze - to ignore
B Apply - to only think about
C Assess - to judge or estimate the value of something
D Comment - to only agree

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