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Dance Studies Grade 12 Term 4 November Past Papers and Memos

2018 to 20258 papers32 PDFsEnglish / Afrikaans
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This page has every Dance Studies Grade 12 Term 4 paper we have, from 2018 to 2025: 8 question papers and 8 memos in 32 PDFs. The papers were set by the national DBE. Files are in English and Afrikaans. The newest year is first. Each paper shows the first page of questions, its marks and time, and what the questions cover.

Dance Studies Grade 12 Term 4 papers by year

YearExamsPapersPDFs
2025November14
2024November28
2023November14
2022November14
2021November14
2020November14
2018November14

Topics that come up most in Dance Studies Grade 12 Term 4

Counted from the questions in the papers on this page: how many papers each topic appears in, and its average marks.

TopicPapersAverage marks
Improvisation and Choreography525
Dance Literacy525
Dance Work525
Components of Fitness520
Dance Performance515
Choreographer515
General Health Care410
Injuries215
INJURIES Nov215
Dance Injuries115
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Dance Studies Grade 12 Term 4 2025 question papers and memos

November 2025 (National DBE)

Dance Studies Grade 12 November 2025 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Dance Studies Grade 12 November 2025 (National DBE) question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 12 pages · 8 questions

What is in this paper (8 questions)
  1. Q1 Injuries1.1 Give ONE word/term for EACH of the following descriptions by choosing a 15 marks
  2. Q2 Components of Fitness2.1 Choose a description from COLUMN B that matches the term in COLUMN A. 20 marks
  3. Q3 General Healthcare3.1 Select FIVE factors stated in the poster below and elaborate on howEAC H 10 marks
  4. Q4 Dance Performance4.1 Indicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE. Write only 'true' 15 marks
  5. Q5 Improvisation and Choreography5.1 Various options are provided as possible answers tto he following questions. 25 marks
  6. Q6 Dance Literacy6.1 State FIVE functions of dance. (5) 25 marks
  7. Q7 Dance WorkChoose ONE dance work that you have studied from the prescribed list below. 25 marks
  8. Q8 ChoreographerChoose ONE choreographer that you have studied from the prescribed list below. 15 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. This question paper consists of TWO sections with EIGHT questions in total.
  2. SECTION A: SAFE DANCE PRACTICE AND HEALTH CARE (60 marks) • Answer ALL FOUR questions in this section. SECTION B: DANCE HISTORY AND LITERACY (90 marks) • Answer ALL FOUR questions in this section. • You have a choice between QUESTION 5.4 and QUESTION 5.5. If y
  3. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  4. Read each question carefully and take note of what is required.
  5. Read the ACTION VERB in each question to see what is required. ACTION VERBS USED IN THE QUESTIONS: LOW-LEVEL QUESTIONS: choose, indicate, stat,e explain, write, provide, discuss MEDIUM-LEVEL QUESTIONS: explain, substantiatele,abor ate, reflect, discuss, descri
  6. You may do rough planning in the ANSWER BOOK. Draw a line through any work that should NOT be marked.
  7. You will be assessed on your ability to: • Write in one language only • Organise and communicate information clearly • Use the specific format asked for in certain questions • Use specialist dance terminology, where appropriate
  8. Write neatly and legibly. Dance Studies 3
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Dance Studies Grade 12 Term 4 2024 question papers and memos

November 2024 (National DBE)

Dance Studies Grade 12 November 2024 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Dance Studies Grade 12 November 2024 (National DBE) question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 14 pages · 8 questions

What is in this paper (8 questions)
  1. Q1 INJURIES Nov1.1 Choose a description from COLUMN B that matches the term in COLUMN A. 15 marks
  2. Q2 Components of Fitness2.1 Define EACH of the components of fitness below: 20 marks
  3. Q3 General Health Care3.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. 10 marks
  4. Q4 Dance Performance4.1 Discuss how commitment, focus and/or concentration influence dance 15 marks
  5. Q5 Improvisation and Choreography5.1 Choose the correct word(s) from those given in brackets. Write only the 25 marks
  6. Q6 Dance Literacy6.1 Give ONE word/term for EACH of the following descriptions by choosing a 25 marks
  7. Q7 Dance WorkChoose ONE dance work that you have studied from the prescribed list below. 25 marks
  8. Q8 ChoreographerChoose ONE choreographer that you have studied from the prescribed list below. 15 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. This question paper consists of TWO sections with EIGHT questions in total.
  2. SECTION A: SAFE DANCE PRACTICE AND HEALTH CARE (60 marks)  Answer ALL FOUR questions in this section.  You have a choice between QUESTION 4.2.1 and QUESTION 4.2.2. If you answer both questions, only the FIRST answer will be marked. SECTION B: DANCE HISTORY A
  3. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  4. Read each question carefully and take note of what is required.
  5. In questions where a marking rubric has been provided, take note of what is required.
  6. Read the ACTION VERB in each question to see what is required. ACTION VERBS USED IN THE QUESTIONS: LOW-LEVEL QUESTIONS: choose, define, provide, describe, identify, discuss, list MEDIUM-LEVEL QUESTIONS: explain, substantiate, discuss, create, write, describe,
  7. You may do rough planning in the ANSWER BOOK. Draw a line through any work that should NOT be marked.
  8. You will be assessed on your ability to:  Write in one language only  Organise and communicate information clearly  Use the specific format asked for in certain questions  Use specialist dance terminology, where appropriate
  9. Write neatly and legibly. Dance Studies 3

November 2024 (National DBE)

Dance Studies Grade 12 November 2024 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Dance Studies Grade 12 November 2024 (National DBE) question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 14 pages · 8 questions

What is in this paper (8 questions)
  1. Q1 INJURIES Nov1.1 Choose a description from COLUMN B that matches the term in COLUMN A. 15 marks
  2. Q2 Components of Fitness2.1 Define EACH of the components of fitness below: 20 marks
  3. Q3 General Health Care3.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. 10 marks
  4. Q4 Dance Performance4.1 Discuss how commitment, focus and/or concentration influence dance 15 marks
  5. Q5 Improvisation and Choreography5.1 Choose the correct word(s) from those given in brackets. Write only the 25 marks
  6. Q6 Dance Literacy6.1 Give ONE word/term for EACH of the following descriptions by choosing a 25 marks
  7. Q7 Dance WorkChoose ONE dance work that you have studied from the prescribed list below. 25 marks
  8. Q8 ChoreographerChoose ONE choreographer that you have studied from the prescribed list below. 15 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. This question paper consists of TWO sections with EIGHT questions in total.
  2. SECTION A: SAFE DANCE PRACTICE AND HEALTH CARE (60 marks)  Answer ALL FOUR questions in this section.  You have a choice between QUESTION 4.2.1 and QUESTION 4.2.2. If you answer both questions, only the FIRST answer will be marked. SECTION B: DANCE HISTORY A
  3. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  4. Read each question carefully and take note of what is required.
  5. In questions where a marking rubric has been provided, take note of what is required.
  6. Read the ACTION VERB in each question to see what is required. ACTION VERBS USED IN THE QUESTIONS: LOW-LEVEL QUESTIONS: choose, define, provide, describe, identify, discuss, list MEDIUM-LEVEL QUESTIONS: explain, substantiate, discuss, create, write, describe,
  7. You may do rough planning in the ANSWER BOOK. Draw a line through any work that should NOT be marked.
  8. You will be assessed on your ability to:  Write in one language only  Organise and communicate information clearly  Use the specific format asked for in certain questions  Use specialist dance terminology, where appropriate
  9. Write neatly and legibly. Dance Studies 3

Dance Studies Grade 12 Term 4 2023 question papers and memos

November 2023 (National DBE)

Dance Studies Grade 12 November 2023 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Dance Studies Grade 12 November 2023 (National DBE) question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 11 pages · 8 questions

What is in this paper (8 questions)
  1. Q1 InjuriesRead the WhatsApp conversation below and answer the questions that follow. 15 marks
  2. Q2 Components of Fitness2.1 List FIVE safe stretching tips. (5) 20 marks
  3. Q3 General Health Care3.1 Indicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSE. Write only 10 marks
  4. Q4 Dance Performance4.1 Values and attitudes are important in preparation for a practical dance 15 marks
  5. Q5 Improvisation and Choreography5.1 Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. 25 marks
  6. Q6 Dance Literacy6.1 Name your dance major. Identify SIX principles and/or characteristics of your 25 marks
  7. Q7 Dance WorkChoose ONE dance work that you have studied from the prescribed list below. 25 marks
  8. Q8 ChoreographerChoose ONE choreographer that you have studied from the prescribed list below. 15 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. This question paper consists of TWO sections with EIGHT questions in total.
  2. SECTION A: SAFE DANCE PRACTICE AND HEALTH CARE (60 marks)  Answer ALL FOUR questions in this section.  You have a choice between QUESTION 4.2 and QUESTION 4.3. If you answer both questions, only the FIRST answer will be marked. SECTION B: DANCE HISTORY AND L
  3. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  4. Read each question carefully and take note of what is required.
  5. Read the ACTION VERB at the start of each question to see what is required. ACTION VERBS USED IN THE QUESTIONS: LOW-LEVEL QUESTIONS: identify, indicate, define, list, give, write, choose, describe MEDIUM-LEVEL QUESTIONS: substantiate, explain, elaborate, discu
  6. You may do rough planning in the ANSWER BOOK. Draw a line through any work that should NOT be marked.
  7. You will be assessed on your ability to:  Write in one language only  Organise and communicate information clearly  Use the specific format asked for in certain questions  Use specialist dance terminology, where appropriate
  8. Write neatly and legibly. Dance Studies 3
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Dance Studies Grade 12 Term 4 2022 question papers and memos

November 2022 (National DBE)

Dance Studies Grade 12 November 2022 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Dance Studies Grade 12 November 2022 (National DBE) question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 12 pages · 8 questions

What is in this paper (8 questions)
  1. Q1 Dance Injuries 15 marks
  2. Q2 Components of Fitness 20 marks
  3. Q3 General Health Care 10 marks
  4. Q4 Dance Performance 15 marks
  5. Q5 Improvisation and Choreography 25 marks
  6. Q6 Dance Literacy 25 marks
  7. Q7 Dance Work 25 marks
  8. Q8 Choreographer 15 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. This question paper consists of TWO sections with EIGHT questions in total.
  2. SECTION A: SAFE DANCE PRACTICE AND HEALTH CARE (60 marks)  Answer ALL FOUR questions in this section.  You have a choice between QUESTION 2.2 and QUESTION 2.3. If you answer both questions, only the FIRST answer will be marked. SECTION B: DANCE HISTORY AND L
  3. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  4. Read each question carefully and take note of what is required.
  5. Read the ACTION VERB at the start of each question to see what is required. EXAMPLES OF ACTION VERBS USED IN THE QUESTIONS: LOW-LEVEL QUESTIONS: choose, find, name, match, define, true or false MEDIUM-LEVEL QUESTIONS: describe, explain, elaborate HIGH-LEVEL QU
  6. You may do rough planning in your ANSWER BOOK. Draw a line through any work that should NOT be marked.
  7. You will be assessed on your ability to:  Write in one language only  Organise and communicate information clearly  Use the specific format asked for in certain questions  Use specialist dance terminology, where appropriate
  8. Write neatly and legibly. Dance Studies 3

Dance Studies Grade 12 Term 4 2021 question papers and memos

November 2021 (National DBE)

Dance Studies Grade 12 November 2021 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Dance Studies Grade 12 November 2021 (National DBE) question paper

150 marks · 3 hours · 10 pages · 8 questions

What is in this paper (8 questions)
  1. Q1 Beserings1.1 Dui aan of die volgende stellings WAAR of ONWAAR is. Skryf slegs 'waar' of 15 marks
  2. Q2 Komponente van Fiksheid2.1 Voltooi die volgende sinne deur die woord(e) in die lys hieronder te gebruik. 20 marks
  3. Q3 Algemene Gesondheidsorg3.1 Kies 'n beskrywing uit KOLOM B wat by die term in KOLOM A pas. Skryf 10 marks
  4. Q4 Dansopvoering/-Uitvoering4.1 Verduidelik hoe die vak Dansstudies die volgende vaardighede kan ontwikkel: 15 marks
  5. Q5 Improvisasie en Choreografie5.1 Verskeie opsies word as moontlike antwoorde op die volgende vrae gegee. 25 marks
  6. Q6 Dansgeletterdheid6.1 Kies en skryf enige VYF woorde uit die lys hieronder neer wat die funksies 25 marks
  7. Q7 DanswerkKies EEN danswerk uit die voorgeskrewe lys hieronder wat jy in die klas bestudeer het. 25 marks
  8. Q8 ChoreograafKies EEN choreograaf uit die lys hieronder wat jy in die klas bestudeer het. 15 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. This question paper consists of TWO sections with EIGHT questions in total.
  2. SECTION A: SAFE DANCE PRACTICE AND HEALTH CARE (60 marks)  Answer ALL FOUR questions in this section.  You have a choice between QUESTION 1.2 and QUESTION 1.3. If you answer both questions, only the FIRST answer will be marked. SECTION B: DANCE HISTORY AND L
  3. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper.
  4. Read each question carefully and take note of what is required.
  5. Read the ACTION VERB at the start of each question to see what is required. EXAMPLES OF ACTION VERBS USED IN THE QUESTIONS: LOW-LEVEL QUESTIONS: choose, find, name, match, define, true or false MEDIUM-LEVEL QUESTIONS: describe, explain, elaborate HIGH-LEVEL QU
  6. You may do rough planning in the ANSWER BOOK. Draw a line through any work that should NOT be marked.
  7. You will be assessed on your ability to:  Write in one language only  Organise and communicate information clearly  Use the specific format asked for in certain questions  Use specialist dance terminology, where appropriate
  8. Write neatly and legibly. Dance Studies 3

Dance Studies Grade 12 Term 4 2020 question papers and memos

November 2020 (National DBE)

Dance Studies Grade 12 November 2020 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Dance Studies Grade 12 November 2020 (National DBE) question paper

100 marks · 3 hours · 12 pages · 12 questions

What is in this paper (12 questions)
  1. Q1 Warm-Up and Cool Down (Compulsory)1.1 Identify FIVE reasons for a cool-down routine. (5) 10 marks
  2. Q2 Dance Performance (Choice Question)Dancing is more than learning a technique. Many skills and movement qualities are 10 marks
  3. Q3 Muscles and Anatomical Actions (Choice Question)Choose ONE of the dancers in the photograph below, Dancer A or Dancer B. 10 marks
  4. Q4 Common Causes of Injuries (Compulsory)Prepare STUDY NOTES for the Grade 10 dance learners that include the following: 10 marks
  5. Q5 Components of Fitness (Compulsory)Copy the table below into your ANSWER BOOK and give the information below. 10 marks
  6. Q6 Dance Major (Compulsory)Name your dance major (the dance genre you have studied at school). 12 marks
  7. Q7 Dance Elements (Choice Question)[Source: www.theaileyschool.edu] 8 marks
  8. Q8 Choreographic Structures and Choreography (Choice Question)8.1 Select any FOUR choreographic structures from the options below. Name 8 marks
  9. Q9 International Choreographer (Choice Question)Choose ONE international choreographer from the prescribed list above. 20 marks
  10. Q10 South African Choreographer (Choice Question)Choose ONE South African choreographer from the prescribed list above. 20 marks
  11. Q11 International Dance Work (Choice Question)Alvin Ailey Revelations 20 marks
  12. Q12 South African Dance Work (Choice Question)Alfred Hinkel Bolero – Last Dance OR Rain in a Dead 20 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. This question paper consists of TWO sections with 12 questions in total. Answer only EIGHT questions as follows:

Dance Studies Grade 12 Term 4 2018 question papers and memos

November 2018 (National DBE)

Dance Studies Grade 12 November 2018 (National DBE) question paper, first page of questions
Dance Studies Grade 12 November 2018 (National DBE) question paper

100 marks · 3 hours · 10 pages · 11 questions

What is in this paper (11 questions)
  1. Q1 Components of Fitness (Compulsory)1.1 Give a definition for EACH of the FIVE components of fitness below. 15 marks
  2. Q2 Causes of Injuries (Compulsory)Explain how poor dance tniecque ch an lead to injuries in the dance class. Give 7 marks
  3. Q3 Nutrition and Hydration (Compulsory)3.1 Explain how good nutrition can enhance a danc's techniercal ability and 8 marks
  4. Q4 Muscles and Anatomical Actions (Choice Question)NOTE: Answer this choice question only if you have studied muscles and anatomical 10 marks
  5. Q5 Safe Dance Practice and Movement Qualit(Ycho Ice5.1 Indicate whether the following statements are TRUE or FALSWE.r ite only 10 marks
  6. Q6 Technique of Dance Major (Compulsory)6.1 Name your dance major. 10 marks
  7. Q7 Dance Elements and Choreography (Compulsory)7.1 7.1.1 Analyse how the dance elementsSP ACE and FORCE are used in 10 marks
  8. Q8 Alvin Ailey and Revelations (Choice Question)Imagine you are Alvin Aileyand you are being interviewed. Answer the following 30 marks
  9. Q9 Gregory Maqoma and Four Seasons (Choice Question)Imagine you are Gregory Maqomana d you are being interviewed. Answer the 30 marks
  10. Q10 Choreographer and Dance Work (Choice Question)Choose ONE of t hechoreographers and ONE of his/her dance works from t he 30 marks
  11. Q11 Dance Work (Compulsory)NOTE: Do NOT answer on the same choreographer and dancwoe rk that you have 10 marks

Instructions to candidates

  1. This question paper conssis ot f TWO sections with 11 questions in ttoal. Answer only SEVEN questions as follows:

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Which years of Dance Studies Grade 12 Term 4 papers are on this page?

Papers from 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2018. The newest year is at the top.

How many marks is the Dance Studies Grade 12 Term 4 paper?

The paper is usually out of 150 marks and you get 3 hours to write it.

Are the memos included?

Yes. 8 of the 8 papers on this page have their marking memo next to the question paper.

Which topics come up most in these papers?

Improvisation and choreography, dance literacy and dance work, based on 5 papers on this page.

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