MAPWORK SBA - Term 2

GEOGRAPHY

GRADE 12

TOTAL MARKS: 60

LEARNING OUTCOMES Version 1

 ● LO1: Assess understanding through a mapwork SBA task
● LO 2: Apply knowledge of content covered in Term 1 and Term 2
● LO 3: Apply map skills and techniques.

RESOURCE MATERIAL

1. Topographical Map extract of 2829AC Harrismith.

2. Orthophoto Map extract 2829AC Harrismith.
3. You may print both maps to answer the questions. Please print the
topographical map in colour, on an A4 page. Print the orthophoto in black and
white also on an A4 page.

INSTRUCTIONS

1. This activity comprises FOUR questions.

2. Complete all questions in the order that they are presented to you.
3. The possible maximum mark for this assignment is 60.
4. Answer all the questions.
5. Show ALL calculations and formulae where applicable
6. Leave a line between subsections of questions answered.
7. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in
this question paper.
8. Number the answers in the CENTRE of the line.
9. Write neatly and legibly.
10. You may use a calculator, protractor and a ruler.
11. Answer in full sentences, except where you have to state, name, list or
identify.

WHAT IS PLAGIARISM

Plagiarism is when you use someone else’s work without giving them credit. Please ensure
that you do not copy the answers from the online campus or from any other sources. All
work in this test must be completed by you in your own words.

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DECLARATION

I declare that all work in this activity is my own, and that I have indicated any sources that I
have consulted, with the exception of the provided learning material. I have not committed
plagiarism as defined by the plagiarism policy. I will not use text-to-speech software (such as
Natural Readers) or any other type of concession unless I have been approved a concession in writing
by Academic Support within the Student Well-Being Department or SACAI in the form of a
concession letter.

Zainab Domingo (dmnzai001)

_________________________
Student signature

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GENERAL INFORMATION ON HARRISMITH:

Harrismith is a large town in the Free State province of South Africa. It is situated by
the Wilge River, alongside the N3 highway, about midway between Johannesburg,
about 275 km to the north-west, and Durban to the southeast. The town is located at
the junction of the N5 highway, which continues westward towards the provincial
capital Bloemfontein, some 340 km to the south-west. This important crossroads in
South Africa's land trade routes is surrounded by mesas and buttes. It is located at
the base of one of these called Platberg (i.e. "flat / flat-topped mountain" in
Afrikaans). Harrismith is an important central place. It receives most of its rain during
the summer and is on the plateau of the interior.

[Source:https//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Map_of_the_N5_(South_Africa).svg accessed 12/05/2023]

QUESTION 1: MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS

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Choose the correct answer and write only the letter next to the question number eg.
11. B

1.1 A

1.2 D

1.3 C

1.4 D

1.5 D

1.6 B

1.7 D

1.8. A

1.9 A

1.10 C

(10X1) (10)

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QUESTION 2: MAP CALCULATIONS/CROSS SECTIONS

2.1 1787 − 1672 = 115

1,4 × 1000 = 1400m

1400
= 12,17
115
1: 12,17
2.2 Gradual because with every 12,17 meters you walk forward, you only walk 1
meter up. The contour line are also far apart on the Topographic map.

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2.3 2023 − 2001 = 22
22 × 8 = 176" = 2°56′
20°28′ + 2°56′ = 23°24′
224° + 23°24′ = 247°24′

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QUESTION 3: APPLICATION AND INTERPRETATION

Make use of the map and orthophoto to answer the following questions.

3.1 Harrismith is a high rainfall area. We can see in the Orthophoto map that there is
a lot of lad used for farming.

3.2
 There are boundaries between the farmland and land for other uses.
 The use of grid crop layout is apparent on the orthophoto map.
 The use of large equipment, which is used for commercial farming, is
apparent on the map.
 The farm is built near to a river, which indicates that it is large-scale or
commercial farming.

3.3 Wilge river flows close to a wastewater treatment plant. This increases the risk of
pollution for the river. In the event of the flooding of the water treatment plant, the
river will be at risk of being polluted by the water at the treatment plant. The river is
also very large. In the event of heavy rainfall the river is at risk of flooding the
surrounding areas, creating soil erosion in the dense forest around the river.

3.4 The streets do not all look the same. There are fewer intersections, because of
this the roads are much safer, but it is easy to get lost.

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QUESTION 4: GIS

4.1 A geographic information system is a computerized system that creates,

manages, analyses and maps all types of data.

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4.2 Vector and raster data are commonly used in GIS for spatial representation and
analysis. Vector data represents features with points, lines, and polygons,
maintaining precise geometry and spatial relationships, while raster data represents
features as a grid of cells, suitable for continuous phenomena. Vector data is
organized as individual features with attributes, stored in formats like shapefiles,
while raster data is stored in a matrix-like structure, used for spatial pattern analysis.

4.3 Buffering is a GIS technique that involves creating a zone or area around a
particular geographic feature. Buffering is used for various purposes, such as
assessing the proximity of features or identifying potential conflicts. Buffer zones
around highways are created to mitigate the negative impacts associated with the
road infrastructure. Without proper buffering, the N3 highway may directly encroach
on sensitive environmental areas, such as protected habitats.

4.4 The Orthophoto map 2829AC Harrismith has a high spatial resolution because it
shows more detail than the topographic map and a higher degree in clarity images.
4.5 I would use data collection and analysis to gather relevant spatial data such as
land use, zoning regulations, transportation networks, tourist attractions, and existing
hotels.

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GRAND TOTAL: [60]

SBA TASK/CYCLE TEST END

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