We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. 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. 1. Clear rating. 2 Explain why the figure of speech is appropriate. And this I was forever buried in my books? Shaking the praise poets hand felt like a baptismal to the narrator. The title is apt, for this story follows the narrator through defining moments in her life. Gcina Mhlope has been writing and performing on stage and screen for over 20 years. I would be glad if you can assist me. 22 0 obj 7 .Does the main character make correct decisions?explain vl R l9bqf(FK.Nrt BD.B'Zj*vhu/rL;X5Tw7G>sA=sXX$o58rcV9P:q+Ytga^?Ft"]AO"U_.tr;FsF#-^rhsgEywOBMx{*Io idxvQPpNjKcU80c*AN*kK>_8eK./6@ )5.E4$jDJvza}.GGES5SGW>K)-O'T8RL4HM$|gDIdEo$a;=7snY&(Hb}. Our Story Magic. 6. quote four consecutive words to prove that the Minister speaks with high authority to the speaker. You will find some that refer to the use of figures of speech. 1: how did Gcina Mhlophe see herself when she was a teenager? 1.What was the unusual about the narrator s decision to become a praise poet? 93-122). What type of narration is used? 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. 3Did the narrator have people she trusted who supported her? One day, everything changes- the good-looking boy who plays rugby tells the narrator he loves her and asks her to be his girlfriend. Theme of self discovery in this short story .if I write the girl has low self-esteem. 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. This awareness gives the readers a better grasp on the main themes of the story and the personality of the narrator. 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. I have a question. 6. 4.36 avg rating 11 ratings published 2006 2 editions. hs2z\nLA"Sdr%,lt If anything Mhlophe may be highlighting how shallow the male can be. (line 2-4 Ive never hadtheir first babe. 8.in what way is the life of the antagonists undesirable/ unattractive? In 2018, Mhlophe began work on developing the Gcina Mhlophe Memory House, which will be a museum dedicated to storytelling and oral history in South Durban. Meaning of the following idiomatic Your help is really appreciated I just dont know how to thank you guys because the summary is the best..thank you very much. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. 8. do you think tbe trip will have a positive influence on the speakers future? The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". c.immerse someone in water. Gcina Mhlophe has written many children's books as well as adult audience . The narrators boyfriend (for a brief period), Father Fikenis wife and the narrators sister who is paying for her education. They thought the boy was too good for the narrator. Can u please analyse the title of this story? Causing such a stir 19 0 obj And to make matters worse, she sits in the front of the class. Explain your answer, 4 What is the turning point in the narrators life, 5.Compare the openings paragraph with the last two paragraphs in order to show how much the narrator has changed, 1 What are the three special moment that happened to the narrator?? The real irony in the story is the fact that the narrator over comes so many obstacles to achieve happiness. Explain this comparison , and say what it tells us about her self-image. What was the narrators tone when she said that and why does she use that tone? 1.Refer to lines 2-4(lve never hadtheir first baby) And can you pleas help me identify some of the other figure of speech in this short story that i might not be aware of. Hello Dermot When Bulelwa stands by the narrator when the other girls tease the narrator about not liking boys. In Transforming Moments by Gcina Mhlophe we have the theme of insecurity, confidence, isolation, independence, identity, acceptance and change. Why did the narrator think the good-looking boy (Sizwe) It represents her hope to make a mark for herself in the world as the first woman praise poet. With the driving factor most likely being the acceptance that the narrator felt not only with Father Fikeni but with those in the village too. Num-01-Introduction to Numerical analysis -( Edited)-English. 5.Discuss how the narrator changes during the cause of the story. However if you go through the questions asked by other visitors. The narrator says this is the first time I loved myself marking an enormous leap in her character development and confidence. No longer is she insecure and lacking confidence now that she knows and accepts who she is. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. A. under the black wattle tree B. at the far entrance in the girls' dormitory C. next to the sports field D. in her English class A What does that mean? 3. when the speaker says protestations what does she mean? Book Facebook Email or phone Password Forgot account? Do you think the narrator would have become a praise poet without Father Fikenis influence? As the title says, the narrator talks about specific moments- often one which leads to another. The fact that Father Fikeni also brings the narrator to the village meeting suggests that she is being accepted by Father Fikeni. Thats why the narrator was reading hard not to dissapoint her sister. The other girls dont seem to be able to accept that the narrator has a right to be disinterested when it comes to boys. In order to post comments, please make sure JavaScript and Cookies are enabled, and reload the page. Refer to lines 17-18: across the fence a big red cock flapped its wings and crowed loudly at me , in agreement too. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Do you agree? The main characters are the narrator (unnamed), Father Fikeni and the praise poet. transforming knowledge of conquered peoples living in the very territory claimed by the Xhosa story-teller". Why does the narrator consider herself as miss ugly top of the class? Transforming moments Gcina Mhlophe Setting: Eastern Cape - perhaps 1970 s. 17 and in Std 9. They say nobody would want to go out with her, anyway, as she does not even try to look good. Paperback. Your comments help me to make my lesson preps. 18 0 obj z3iJ/& 2 Explain how sizwe helped in boosting the narrators self esteem, 1 why the statement is false sonnet 18, spring, to learn how to speak.. 1 Relate on one experience that transforms the narrators life He played rugby and was proposing love to the narrator (Gcina) I dont know how I came to this article, but it is really interesting. The other girls have already turned their nose up at her, for they think he can do far better. Extract 1 She is so overawed by the praise poet she decides to write her first poem when she returns to school. FV>2 u/_$\BCv< 5]s.,4&yUx~xw-bEDCHGKwFGEGME{EEKX,YFZ ={$vrK 3.Read the sentence..I left. 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. Explain how the conflict is resolved (It can be in ur own words), The background and setting, also how they relate to the themes, How these theme relate to the background and setting of the story, Did the narrators academic success result in a fulfilling life for her. x]Yp[W,[(02UiPK64 4. Thanks for the comment Thabiso. 4. 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. The fact that the narrator thinks her voice is ugly suggests that she suffers from low self-esteem. 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. It can also have an audience with boys who may feel similar emotions to that of the narrator. There is also a sense that some of the boys in the narrators class dislike her due to her appearance and nothing else. explain the comparison in this figure of speech. Currently you have JavaScript disabled. 1. Explain? the speaker is justified in wanting to be like Mrs Fikeni Gcina Mhlophe is one of the few famous women storytellers in an area dominated by males, an aspect she mentions in Transforming Moments. /Length 2612 I need help. Manage Settings 2.what is the genre of the story Something that is noticeable when the narrator goes to see the praise poet. The Question is.. The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". She has written many children's books as well as adult audience poetry, short stories and plays. /DecodeParms [null << Discuss the theme of confidence that is evident in this shory. She is shocked and confused- why would he ask her? I would agree with you. Click here for instructions on how to enable JavaScript in your browser. 3.Talent development. In which point of view is the story narrated? You are very good and your reviews are excellent.. E.g. And which shop or make an order online one can purchase the Book? Nokugcina Elsie Mhlophe (born 1958) is a well-known South African freedom fighter, activist, actor, storyteller, poet, playwright, director and author. 4.discuss the effect of the simile the narrator uses to describe her feeling about about writing her first poem, Can I ask what are their role in this story, Explain why the statement is False He is a praise poet, and the narrator is amazed by his speech. 4.discuss the appropriateness of the title of the short story. 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. Thanks for the comment Pinky. 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. How exactly did the narrator feel baptised as a poet after holding the poets hand? They thought he was too good for me,they claimed he was a city boy and should therefore go for a city girl. /Width 1500 Firstly she meets her first boyfriend in school. What is the narrative style used by the writer? 4.explain the reason for the speaker to call herselfmiss-ugly-top-of-the-class? A praise poet. Isolation, Indepencence, Low self-esteem. What had set the whole school on fire. Can u help me with the following. In some ways the story can be seen as autobiographical. TITLE Transforming means change from one state to another. Discuss. It suggests the moment is significant and joyous to the narrator. mention two points a) why does the narrator stand at the top of the stairs open mouthed Nokugcina Elsie Mhlophe known as Gcina Mhlophe was born on 24 October 1958 in KwaZulu- Natal, South Africa. As expected, there is an uproar, but she and the boy end up becoming quite good friends. 3.What do the words.That simply collected trophies imply above the school choir? Her low self-esteem about her appearance goes beyond what others think of her- she believes it herself. However the poem is about a woman giving birth. Please give a reason why the narrator does not really know the new boy at school. Can you please help with the climax of the story.. identify the climax, The school teachers relationship to the narrator. The main themes of Transforming Moments are insecurity, social isolation, growth, self-love, confidence and identity. What do u think attracted this boy to the speaker? >> 4.which scene do you think represents the climax of the strory? We see this once again when a boy from Port Elizabeth proposed his love to her. When the speaker says protestations she means that she is.. 1.What is the message of the story When she found something she was good at, her insecurity became her strength. There is a sense of change when the narrator sees the praise poet. She loves reading anything she can find, to the point where she feels like it keeps her alive. 3. The New Tribe by Buchi Emecheta 5. To show her that she too might like to become a praise poet. This is another aspect that draws us closer to the character- we see every interaction and incident from purely her memory and perspective, which gives us a better understanding of her as a person. Condition: New. Who is most influential in bringing about this change in the narrator, Why does the narrator describe her hair as the dry grass in winter. The narrator then talks about how the girls in her dormitory make fun of her for not being interested in boys, and saying she doesnt even try to look good. Here we see the theme of social isolation she is often alone and excluded, even being the target of her classmates words. This self-love came from her acceptance of herself- and this stemmed from her finding her footing and identity. Support your answer. /Alternate /DeviceRGB 1.Self Discovery The narrator still had a low self -esteem after she had written her first peom. 1) explain briefly why the narrator attends this specific meeting? It may also be important that the narrator compares herself physically to how other girls look as this would again play on the theme of confidence or rather the lack of it. Can you please help me with the information of analysing the short stories for Grade 12 in South Africa. It is as they are as new as a new born baby. 4why she feels this way. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. Language: English. 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. How is isolation a theme in this short story? Your help will be much appreciated. High school where girls can be boarders - dormitory. 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 narrator is not treated as a special guest, but like a member of the family. 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. One of the themes in this short story is self discovery 2. 2 summarise the reason the narrator calls some girls her part time friends. 9,o>NXK^JCftw}u=w`_W8u{xtx{o+<0{{S~z8xCg{wRp`h2T@5A@K3C9SLz #GgVoO<9t(~{v?G?O>zO=zR{}o~~pg~x^o~?+dRw +=0Tz:xCOt#_{_`,"?q.W1:;ca.T("Y_Q69C7fo,,UNA+nd7kFWnKPZoFB*nf|Xo+5"zJrli23Ll'G70=+D>:,)g+ Resonant is defined as a sound that is deep, clear, and continuing to sound or ring. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. There were many remarks too that I was ugly and did not have any fashionable clothes. 2. Who in the story treated her with respect? Language: English Curriculum Alignment: CAPS aligned Publication Date: 2017-06-29 Grade: 12 Audience: Learners Teachers Type: Digital document I need help guys what do the words that simply collected trophies imply about school choir.? The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars. .The narrator has returned from the vollage with father fikeni. As for not naming the narrator Im also not sure. B) why the narrator runs to her room So by taking her to his home he is allowing the narrator some breathing space. Born in Hammarsdale, KwaZulu-Natal in 1960, Gcina Mhlope now lives in Johannesburg. << Written in a variety of styles and voices, ranging from anecdotal memory to historical moment to . by. 2)what role does the man play in the meeting? Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. Can you explain the last paragraph on transforming moments? /Length 5294 The narrator comperes the feeling of writing her poem to the feeling of giving birth. The first time she writes her own poem, it is a Monday. a)The narrator is very happy with her life because she is academically successful This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. While Mrs Fikeni seems to also be a decent woman. 2.Do you think this activity contributed to her growth? We may even wonder if this is borne from the experiences of Mhlophe herself, because of the authenticity and relatability with which the words are written. The love interest Sizwe showed towards you has cause a stir in the school and many remarks are said. Thanks for the comment Nsina. What is the main reason father fikeni takes the narrator to the village? 5. endobj characters of the story ? Discuss this theme, Four things the narrator did not like about herself at this stage, What does the narrator mean by I felt baptized, Mention any two outstanding qualities that are unique to the narrators character in her studies, How the author origins shaped her destiny, One of the themes in the short story is self discovery , can u discuss how is the theme relevant to the story, 1.who called him Cira 3.) ,vd(xDZ0iHO:|2bN,$Z"I9O'% = Do you think perhaps her father is an absent one. What causes this trait? Story teller - Miss-ugly-top-of-the-class. This confidence is more noticeable in the last two paragraphs of the story. Some symbolism in the story includes the narrators school uniform. During which time i was frozen and dumb from disbelief and God knows what else Can u explain why she approves her physical features and has a smile that wouldnt leave her face ? It is also interesting that the narrator cannot understand why the young boy wishes to be her boyfriend. [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 She reads a lot. 24-October-1958. 3.what kind of narrator does this story use? After that, the praise poet comes down to meet Father Fikeni, and the narrator is introduced to him as an excellent student. Narrated in the first person it becomes clear to the reader from the beginning of the story that Mhlophe may be exploring the theme of insecurity and confidence. Transforming Moments - Gcina Mhlophe (p 25) Gcina Mhlophe has often written about herself and sometimes used her real life experiences to create fiction. discuss your answer. It is very much the same for the narrator when she overcomes how she had lived her life. Interestingly, the cocks loud voice is described just as the narrator herself finally found her own voice. It is an unforgettable experience for the narrator, and she is inspired. Many girls looked the way when I walked past or towards them and many unkind remarks were whispered behind my back. 3 The church Minister Although she is a brilliant learner who produces excellent results, she has low self esteem because she believes she is ugly. 1what did the narrator do instead of going to the sports field? Discuss why transforming moments can be seen as an autobiography? D) reluctant to join the choir, 3 how speaker feels as she leaves the ministers house 3)why is the mans description important at this stage of the story. The problem starts with the fact that the narrator (at seventeen) doesnt believe in herself. briefly explain the mood during the climax The narrator appreciated Bulelwas talent as a singer and says I can listen to her all my life. How did the narrator see herself when she was a teenager? She sees hope for the first time in her life. Mhlophe may be doing so in order to be inclusive. Her appreciation at being treated like a member of a home rather than a special guest brings us back to the theme of social isolation. Which suggests that the narrator is concerned about self-image. To ensure that the reader (particularly the female reader) might identify with the narrator. 7. Something that is noticeable by the fact that the narrator touches her face and feels her features. And why the name of the narrator is not mentioned? Thanks for the comment MPHO. The narrator is used to feeling excluded and being made fun of by the girls in her dormitory, and even the boys in her class. The theme of self-love has been prevalent throughout the story, beginning with the complete lack thereof. I never had a child,but the great feeling that swept over me was too overwhelming for words,maybe thats how people feel when they have their first babe.. 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