6.What does the cock at the end of the story symbolize? Language: English Curriculum Alignment: CAPS aligned Publication Date: 2017-06-29 Grade: 12 Audience: Learners Teachers Type: Digital document And to make matters worse, she sits in the front of the class. She was in awe of what was happening. At the last sentence the narrator says Across the fence a big red cock flapped its wings and crowed loudly at me, in agreement too. 2.what is the most important social condition of the story She feels happy and good about herself. It gives a true meaning to the word resonance. 4 The Imbongi, how did gcina mhlophe see herself when she was a teenager, Does the narrator admires the boy from port Elizabeth please give a reason, 1:In which area of her school work does the narrator show a particular talent . discuss your answer. Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. This can be seen with her intense statement of I hated myself. Mhlophe employs imagery in the description of the narrators hair- dry grass. There is also a hint at the narrators financial status at the mention of her clothes being not as good as the others.. characters of the story ? If anything the narrator feels not only insecure about how she looks but also lacks confidence. /Length 5294 Bulelwa- very good at singing and used to study with the narrator. These show that her sister could only afford to pay for her school fees. /Height 1125 The Question is.. Why does father Fikeni take the speaker with him to the village? No longer is the narrator concerned about how she looks. It suggests the choir was very good at singing. The narrator is impressed with Bulewa. There is a sense that the narrator feels accepted by Father Fikeni. 2.discuss the role Cira plays in this story What do you think made her feel like being baptized? The narrator is told by the school choir teacher that her voice is too deep, and she should either sing with the boys or leave. The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. The other girls tease her because no boy is interested in her. Explain what this means? By titling the play with the question, 'Have you seen Zandile?' she highlights that moment of rupture, rather than the action that occurs before and after it, signalling her 'reflective' stance. Im assuming it is to show respect and gratitude for those who are in leadership roles. Its not necessarily true that the story would appeal only to girls. Gcina Mhlophe. The story begins with the narrator introducing herself as a seventeen-year-old high school student who is battling insecurity about here self-image. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. what was unusual about the narrators decision to become a praise poet? 4why she feels this way. 4. Kicked out of the school choir Her influence on the nation. ,vd(xDZ0iHO:|2bN,$Z"I9O'% = This means he saw the potential in the narrator early on. Id like to thank you so much, this is very helpful. /Interpolate true Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. 1.In the opening paragraph the narrator describes her hair as dry grass in winter explain this comparison, and say what it tells us about her self_ image. Can you please help me with the information of analysing the short stories for Grade 12 in South Africa. I need help. But to-night there was a shudder in his blood; the face of Hyde sat heavy on his memory; he felt (what was rare with him) a nausea and 10 distaste of life; and in the gloom of his spirits, he seemed to read a menace in the flickering of the firelight on the polished cabinets and the uneasy starting of the shadow on the roof. 4 . 2. The narrator is a 17 year old girl who has very little self-confidence. The narrator is the protagonist in the story. It is possible that Mhlophe is using the cock to symbolise not only excitement (flapping wings) but also the fact that the narrator has found her voice. Do you think the narrator admires the boy from port Elizabeth??? The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". This is a link back to her love for reading- she said she reads to keep herself alive, emphasising her passion for it. Rate this book. O*?f`gC/O+FFGGz)~wgbk?J9mdwi?cOO?w| x&mf Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. Thanks for the comment Nkosinathi. She decides to cause a stir and accept the boys proposal- its the first time that she explores her own independence and steps out of the boundaries set by others. If only to spite the other girls in her class. A useful analysis of the short story: Transforming Moments by Gcina Mhlope - includes themes, setting characterisation and plot. As she stands up to stretch, she feels a boundless joy flood through her body. Explain how the conflict is resolved Some critics might also suggest that the hidden independence which the narrator displayed earlier in the story is actually coming to the forefront as the story ends. Which gives the narrator an opportunity to breathe and be free. Can you please also analyse The New Tribe by Buchi Emecheta, Hi can you please review a short story called A Chip of Glass Ruby by Nadine Gordimer, Hi can I get a summary for Next door by Kurt Vonnegut. A deeper, and even more transformative experience was termed 'convictional knowing' by Loder (1989, pp. We may also assume that her insecurity about her appearance comes from others comments- it has diminished her ability to think for herself confidently, and her view of herself is swayed by those around her. Just as someone might write an autobiography about their life so too is the narrator bringing the reader through her life. 201092 A.tribal chief. Discuss. 2. Who in the story treated her with respect? Clear rating. 2.Explain why the following statement is false:the narrators academic success result in a fulfilling life for her Thanks for the comment Pfunzo. She has just discovered her passion and is yet to begin her journey- it is a fresh slate. Discuss Father Fikeni and Mrs Fikenis characters? 2.Self Actualization Can You Please help With This Question..Is The Narrator an admirable character?Discuss Your view, Name two things that prevent the narrator from having miss Newham as his girlfriend. a). x]Yp[W,[(02UiPK64 It is also a full circle for the narrator in terms of her voice- she was insecure about it because she was told it was too deep, but now as she reads her poem aloud, it sounds clear and bold. 3. when the speaker says protestations what does she mean? Sign Up Privacy Terms About Transforming moments(By Gcina Mhlophe) Book 227 people like this topic 2 summarise the reason the narrator calls some girls her part time friends. Please give me a straight forward summary of the story. The narrator is worried about her self- I want a summary for Transforming Moments. endobj 22 0 obj What is the turning point of the narrators life? 6. quote four consecutive words to prove that the Minister speaks with high authority to the speaker. In the opening paragraph of the story the narrator describes her hair as dry grass in winter . A Chip of Glass Ruby by Nadine Gordimer 6. The winter sun.as we were The narrator still had a low self -esteem after she had written her first peom. Explain the mataphor in paragraph 4(.. And set the whole school on fire). Nokugcina Elsie Mhlophe known as Gcina Mhlophe was born on 24 October 1958 in KwaZulu- Natal, South Africa. A. Nosisa B. Mrs Fikeni C. Cira D. Gcina E. Bulelwa E The narrator's favourite place at school is. Theme of self discovery.if I write the girl has low self-esteem.father fikeni take the girl to the village where he met the praise poet and became motivated that she can also became a praise poet.then the girl write her first poem and read it allowed discover that her voice was not ugly but beautiful and started to love and accept her self.i am I wrong.if is out of 3 how many marks can I score. When Bulelwa stands by the narrator when the other girls tease the narrator about not liking boys. 7. Refer to the following: Mhlophe seems to be a fantastic writer and I am curious to know more about her, and which of her work is being studied above. 2)what role does the man play in the meeting? Both Father Fikeni and the praise poet act as agents of change for the narrator. Discuss how the them is relevant to the speaker Thanks for the comment Nsina. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Currently you have JavaScript disabled. Your email address will not be published. In the beginning, the narrator says firmly I hated myself. But at the end, she writes her own poem for the first time and loves how it comes out. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. 4.which scene do you think represents the climax of the strory? Did the Narrator ultimately date (fall in love) with Sizwe? The narrator had been kicked off the school choir because her voice is too deep, and hence she decides she is not a good singer. Hi Dermot b). explain your answer how. The real irony in the story is the fact that the narrator over comes so many obstacles to achieve happiness. The narrator said she has never had a baby but the feeling she was feeling after writing her first poem was too overwhelming for words and maybe it was how people feel when they have their first baby. State whether the following statement is true or false the speaker was from a poor family support your answer. Storytelling is a deeply traditional activity in Africa and Mhlophe is one of the few woman storytellers in a country dominated by males. The other characters in the story are the girls in school who tease the narrator. Discuss the effectiveness of the title transforming moments. Luckily, the church minister sees the potential in her voice and invites her to join the church choir. Gcina Mhlope has been writing and performing on stage and screen for over 20 years. What was the English teacher when he saw the narrator with a boyfriend. 1 identify the figure of speech in the sentence above. /Type /XObject Do u think this activity contributed to her growth? 2. E) Issolation is one of the theme of the story discuss this in the context of the story, How is the theme of transformation explored in the story as a whole. Your help will be much appreciated. Something that is noticeable a little later on in the story. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. The primary theme of Transforming Moments is identity. The narrator sits in the back, while the minister and his wife sit in the front. Gcina Mhlophe has written many children's books as well as adult audience . Her sister has the money to pay for her education. Explain your answer. Could be that she saw Father Fikeni as a father figure in her life, she also adored his wife. What was the narrators tone when she said that and why does she use that tone? D.praise poet. The love interest Sizwe showed towards you has cause a stir in the school and many remarks are said. She is spellbound as she packs her things, excited at the prospect. Please. Its a simile comparing the winter sun with lazy girls. [7A\SwBOK/X/_Q>QG[ `Aaac#*Z;8cq>[&IIMST`kh&45YYF9=X_,,S-,Y)YXmk]c}jc-v};]N"&1=xtv(}'{'IY) -rqr.d._xpUZMvm=+KG^WWbj>:>>>v}/avO8 Identity the narrators tone in these lines and explain why she use this tone.. Can you give me the names of the following people .The narrator has returned from the vollage with father fikeni. Why does protagonist call herself an unsuitable girl ? Some symbolism in the story includes the narrators school uniform. )discuss the narrators irony in her discovering that her voice is ideal for the public performance ? From the ease with which the words flow and the lack of elaboration or explanation as to why she feels this way about her looks, the readers may notice that she puts herself down almost naturally- as though she is used to doing so. 6. ' Zk! $l$T4QOt"y\b)AI&NI$R$)TIj"]&=&!:dGrY@^O$ _%?P(&OJEBN9J@y@yCR nXZOD}J}/G3k{%Ow_.'_!JQ@SVF=IEbbbb5Q%O@%!ByM:e0G7 e%e[(R0`3R46i^)*n*|"fLUomO0j&jajj.w_4zj=U45n4hZZZ^0Tf%9->=cXgN]. That she can be herself when she is around him and his family. In the girls dormitory, too, her bed is the furthest from the Matrons. The boys in her class dont like her much unless they need help with their homework. 5.Discuss how the narrator changes during the cause of the story. << just perfect how does the story title of the story relate to the narrators achievements. 1. explain why the speaker refers to herself as Miss-ugly-top-of-the-class? She thinks Mrs. Fikeni is really beautiful. Some girls were force to be my part time friends. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The second quote is a metaphor. She again considers herself to be ugly and unfashionable yet does demonstrate the ability and confidence to become the boys girlfriend. Do you agree? The story seems autobiographical and not fiction. 3 The church Minister whats impression did the narrator have of herself before meeting the imbongi? He had chosen an unsuitable girl and has set the whole school on fire. The phrase mentioned also contains a certain figure of speech. Im not sure. She is pleased with it, and loves the way it sounds when she reads it out- for the first time, she loves the sound of her voice. Transforming Moments - Gcina Mhlophe (p 25) Gcina Mhlophe has often written about herself and sometimes used her real life experiences to create fiction. The main themes of Transforming Moments are insecurity, social isolation, growth, self-love, confidence and identity. I don think the speaker is from a poor family. What happened in the end, did the narrator date the guy from port Elizabeth? The narrator is a 17 year old girl who has very little self-confidence. See additional later comments in this chapter ( pp. The repeated thought that she is too ugly for him to like is an example of her view of herself being moulded by the rude comments of others. What is the theme? What is the theme of the short story transforming moments? Why did the narrator think the good looking boy was crazy? It is an unforgettable experience for the narrator, and she is inspired. In the end, though, she decides to cause a stir among the school, and accepts him. Identity the narrators tone in these lines and explain why she use this tone. So why do you think she is able to appreciate others talent but not own? She reads a lot. quote Four consecutive words to prove that the Minister speaks with high Authority to the speaker. This could be important as it suggests that despite the insecurity the narrator may feel due to her physical appearance when it comes to others and her academic endeavours she is quite free spirited. The church minister, Father Fikeni, invites the narrator to spend the weekend with his family. 1.What does the narrator do instead of going to the sports field? We see this once again when a boy from Port Elizabeth proposed his love to her. >> It can also be used in a different context that may not be sound based. Finally a girl did, though, and the narrator tells them that Father Fikeni has invited her to spend the weekend with his family. I think it may be because she is not only young but she is somewhat insecure about herself. If I write she was ugly and did not wear fashionable clothes.she wonder how can a good looking boy loved her. 7. Hence, the way Father and Mrs. Fikeni do not single her out for special treatment, but rather include her as though she is one of them, makes her feel wanted and comfortable. The book can be found here. The theme of self-love has been prevalent throughout the story, beginning with the complete lack thereof. The fact that Mhlophe also uses imagery of a birth occurring could also be important because if anything the narrator is being reborn. Hi D please answer these questions for me, 1 the write says to feel ..i feel baptised as a poet too critically evaluate the metaphor baptism and explain its relationship to the writers transforming moments. What type of narration is used? Kind because he helps the narrator to become more confident. His eyes flashings. Which suggests that the narrator has concerns about how she looks. explain the comparison in this figure of speech. From that moment she gains a lot of confidence and sees a direction she can follow in her life. Discuss the theme of confidence that is evident in this short story? 2 Explain how sizwe helped in boosting the narrators self esteem, 1 why the statement is false Gcina Mhlophe at Poetry Africa 2010 61,758 views Sep 12, 2011 677 Dislike Share Save Centre for Creative Arts 10.7K subscribers Gcina Mhlophe live at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre during. B) why the narrator runs to her room Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features. The fact that the narrator wants to read her poem to Father Fikeni may also be of some importance as it suggests that the narrator has something to look forward to. This loneliness and lost feeling is represented by namelessness. xwTS7" %z ;HQIP&vDF)VdTG"cEb PQDEk 5Yg} PtX4X\XffGD=H.d,P&s"7C$ It suggests the moment is significant and joyous to the narrator. The title is apt, for this story follows the narrator through defining moments in her life. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. Whats the narrators popularity in the story? 1what did the narrator do instead of going to the sports field? what are the main events in a story(plot), What is the rising and falling action of the story transforming moments, Compare Father Fikenis character with that of the choirmaster, The narrator grows in confidence as the story progresses, To feel the poets hot, sweaty hand holding mine I felt baptised as a poet too. Although she is a brilliant learner who produces excellent results, she has low self esteem because she believes she is ugly. Good day, which type of characterization is this story and why? Anx their personal traits The narrator is not reliant on the opinions of the boys in her class and she also reads books that are not on her curriculum. Father File I played an important role in the narrators Further, she has not found her identity yet in the beginning of the story, and often lets her actions and feelings mould itself according to the opinions of others. Thanks for the comment Christinah. It was mentioned that the narrators classmates used to do their schoolwork too late, what does this imply about how the narrators classmates treat their schoolwork? 18 0 obj She develops - changes. She does not know much about him, though, as she never goes to the sports field- she would rather read books. The other girls dont seem to be able to accept that the narrator has a right to be disinterested when it comes to boys. Why had Father Fikeni taken the narrator to meet Imbongi? In this retrospective collection, she shares her personal journey through the social and political landscapes of the 1980s, with its recollected moments of struggle and transformation along the way. Possible by three things. I would agree. D) reluctant to join the choir, 3 how speaker feels as she leaves the ministers house Thanks for the comment ODA. Just as someone might write an autobiography about their life so too is the narrator bringing the reader through her life. The main reason Father Fikeni takes the narrator to the village is to visit the. Others follow her around out of curiosity, too proud to actually ask what is going on, and she decides not to tell them unless she is directly asked. You are super good at these things, now I have clear view about the story. 4. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. 3 . The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". 3.what is the setting of the story. Which part in the story do you consider to be the climax? Type of figure of speech They kicked her out choir, Meaning of set the whole school on fire according to the story, Well the boy didnt leave me alone but many girls did. Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. mention two points Why does the speaker leave? 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