Introduction to English Home Language – Grade 12
English Home Language in Grade 12 focuses on developing advanced reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. The subject prepares students for academic and professional communication, emphasizing literary analysis, creative writing, and critical thinking.
Key Topics in Grade 12 English Home Language
1. Literature (Novels, Drama, and Poetry)
- Analysis of prescribed novels (themes, characters, plot, style)
- Study of Shakespearean and modern drama (e.g., Othello, Macbeth, My Children! My Africa!)
- Poetry analysis (figurative language, tone, meaning)
2. Reading and Comprehension
- Understanding and analyzing texts
- Summarizing and paraphrasing techniques
- Identifying bias, tone, and purpose in a text
3. Writing and Transactional Texts
- Essays: Narrative, descriptive, argumentative, and discursive writing
- Transactional Writing: Formal and informal letters, reports, speeches, reviews, and articles
- Editing and Proofreading: Grammar, punctuation, and style improvement
4. Language Structures and Conventions
- Grammar and sentence structure
- Figures of speech and their effects
- Vocabulary and word choice
5. Listening and Speaking
- Oral presentations and prepared speeches
- Debates and discussions
- Listening for comprehension and response
6. Exam Preparation and Essay Writing Skills
- Time management in exams
- Structuring essays effectively
- Answering comprehension and literature questions strategically
