The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. Your help will be much appreciated. Support your answer. The cock flapping his wings and crowing at the narrator may also have some symbolic significance. I used to describe it as dry grass in winter, Explain the sustainability of this figure of speech as used. Different in characteristics of child and mother. I think it may be because she is not only young but she is somewhat insecure about herself. What does that expression mean? She is at the top of the class, liked and praised by all teachers, but it does not do much for her confidence. 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 Continue with Recommended Cookies. Although she is a brilliant learner who produces excellent results, she has low self esteem because she believes she is ugly. Explain this comparison , and say what it tells us about her self-image. Hi Dermot please help here. Thanks for the comment Victor. To what extent has the narrators behavior at church helped In boosting her self-confidence? Thanks for the comment Nokukhany. C) meaning of I realize that I was not alone in the world Her insecurity, stemming from the judgement of her surroundings, is stopping her from accepting someones genuine proposal. Next Door by Kurt Vonnegut 4. Your email address will not be published. Transforming Moments - Gcina Mhlophe (p 25) Gcina Mhlophe has often written about herself and sometimes used her real life experiences to create fiction. briefly explain the mood during the climax One day, everything changes- the good-looking boy who plays rugby tells the narrator he loves her and asks her to be his girlfriend. The fact that the narrator thinks her voice is ugly suggests that she suffers from low self-esteem. 4. In the end, though, she decides to cause a stir among the school, and accepts him. 2.Explain why the following statement is false:the narrators academic success result in a fulfilling life for her /Type /XObject If only to spite the other girls in her class. 3 in your opinion, should people be responsible of judging themselves negatively at expenses of destiny , give your response relative to Gcinas journey of life. Isolation, Indepencence, Low self-esteem. Hi..please help me to answer this questions. 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. At the time, the students made comments that he was too good for her, which may have contributed to her rejecting him multiple times. The story has heavy emotionality, and the vivid imagery and vocabulary stirs up the feelings in the readers as well. It is a short story told in first-person narrative. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent. Gcina Mhlophe is a poet, playwright, performer and storyteller. Thanks. It is also possible that the narrator looks up to Bulelwa. 10.why do we say that this story is told or narrated in the first person. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads. Gcina Mhlophe. It is as though the narrator has grown as a person. She is joining the school choir in order top progress and she knows the praise poet can advance her to her dream of becoming a praise poet. Which is ironic because that is what is happening the narrator. Can you please summarize this story transforming moments in a simple way? /DecodeParms [null << What was the narrators tone when she said that and why does she use that tone? What is the main reason father fikeni takes the narrator to the village? Just to add on the above mentioned characters. Explain whether the narrators voice was always considered a special voice . She thinks Mrs. Fikeni is really beautiful. The other characters in the story are the girls in school who tease the narrator. 2. The story seems autobiographical and not fiction. Manage Settings As expected, there is an uproar, but she and the boy end up becoming quite good friends. 3. State whether the following statement is true or false the speaker was from a poor family support your answer. 3 . )discuss the narrators irony in her discovering that her voice is ideal for the public performance ? She carries on with her life, studying well, especially to please her sister who is paying for her education. 1. She has never heard of a woman praise poet, but she is sure she can be the first one, and she knows Father Fikeni would agree. (line 2-4 Ive never hadtheir first babe. Thanks for the comment Siphokaza. In which point of view is the story narrated? To ensure that the reader (particularly the female reader) might identify with the narrator. 2612 Did the Narrator ultimately date (fall in love) with Sizwe? 8. do you think tbe trip will have a positive influence on the speakers future? Hi Dermot She is unnamed, because the journey to make her name known to the world is just starting. 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. 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. She reads a lot. This awareness gives the readers a better grasp on the main themes of the story and the personality of the narrator. [/ICCBased 19 0 R] 201092 She has written many children's books as well as adult audience poetry, short stories and plays. What causes this trait? Your help is really appreciated I just dont know how to thank you guys because the summary is the best..thank you very much. Why does Fikeni take the speaker with him to the village? The narrators academic success results in a fulfilling life for her, Do you think the narrotor admires the boy from Port Elizabeth? Because she lacks confidence in her physical appearance. These show that her sister could only afford to pay for her school fees. 2.why does the narrator find it difficult to express her thoughts while she is in the presence of the imbongi? In Transforming Moments by Gcina Mhlophe we have the theme of insecurity, confidence, isolation, independence, identity, acceptance and change. Why does the narrator consider herself as miss ugly top of the class? Theme of self discovery in this short story .if I write the girl has low self-esteem. hA;MJP;C~f(=Fa6W_WzxzP/R&Jur5^ transforming knowledge of conquered peoples living in the very territory claimed by the Xhosa story-teller". Was Gcina mhlophe a pessimist or an optimist kind of person? 6.explain why the following statement is false He played rugby and was proposing love to the narrator (Gcina) 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. Im not sure. 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 . Transforming moments Gcina Mhlophe Setting: Eastern Cape - perhaps 1970 s. 17 and in Std 9. The narrator is impressed with Bulewa. Your email address will not be published. Explain? By clicking Accept All, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. A useful analysis of the short story: Transforming Moments by Gcina Mhlope - includes themes, setting characterisation and plot. 3. 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. I would agree with you. Why does the speaker leave? 3. Storytelling is a deeply traditional activity in Africa and Mhlophe is one of the few woman storytellers in a country dominated by males. This loneliness and lost feeling is represented by namelessness. 2. state a reason for the speakers decision to finally join the church choir. Your email address will not be published. 2. Explain, Can you tell us about the setting in the story, Referring to line 6(describe it asstopped combing it. >> At least in the eyes of the speaker. What are character traits and personal traits in the story ? There is a sense that the narrator feels accepted by Father Fikeni. explain the comparison in this figure of speech. And this, in turn, affects the decisions in her life and becomes an obstacle in the path of her happiness. the winter sun seemed as lazy as we were . The narrator also mentions that their school is one of the biggest, and had a very good choir. The fact that she wants to share her work represents her improved confidence, and the cock flapping its wings and squawking symbolises excitement and hope for the future. Explain how the conflict is resolved People were talking and discussing, and the narrator is not particularly interested until a tall man stands up- he commands the attention of everyone in the room. Hello. 6.What does the cock at the end of the story symbolize? The most important moment of this story is when the narrator sees a praise poet for the first time. I dont really know if there is a part two for the story. Listening to the praise poet, the narrator imagines herself in that position. 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. As she stands up to stretch, she feels a boundless joy flood through her body. Please give a reason why the narrator does not really know the new boy at school. 1. Book Facebook Email or phone Password Forgot account? give two reasons for your answers, Quote no more six consecutive words from text to prove that the following statement is false: In Transforming Moments by Gcina Mhlophe we have the theme of insecurity, confidence, isolation, independence, identity, acceptance and change. a). She is a different person when she is with Father Fikeni. Discuss the effectiveness of the title transforming moments. Is the setting an important aspect of the story? He takes her to visit his family in Tsolo. The other girls dont seem to be able to accept that the narrator has a right to be disinterested when it comes to boys. They thought the boy was too good for the narrator. 1. 2:explain why the following statement is false It is also interesting that the narrator cannot understand why the young boy wishes to be her boyfriend. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Why does protagonist call herself an unsuitable girl ? Discuss how the them is relevant to the speaker b). The ease and naturalness with which she thinks about it highlights how well it matches her skill and personality. Which part in the story do you consider to be the climax? What type of narration is used? What was the English teacher when he saw the narrator with a boyfriend. 5 . For the narrator he is the impetus for change in her life. Why did a narrator said that the boy was crazy . 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. She has been writing and performing on stage and screen for the past 21 years. The real irony in the story is the fact that the narrator over comes so many obstacles to achieve happiness. It is possible that the Father had this in mind from the first time he heard her sing. I cant help with this question as I would need to read the story again. 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. Thanks for the comment Tanvi. 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. Is the speaker a round or a flat character? Did the narrator have people she trusted who supported her? was crazy? If I write she was ugly and did not wear fashionable clothes.she wonder how can a good looking boy loved her. ;I*#H4XX0'9RB@ze&""rEa.km4cP$B\): (j: oH3qQf*Ud'f(b7 X$,V(YI Kq#rTzc.DxLnl7 N>\[&; The theme of self-love has been prevalent throughout the story, beginning with the complete lack thereof. << If anything Mhlophe may be highlighting how shallow the male can be. Discuss the theme of confidence that is evident in this shory. Discuss the appropriateness of the title of this story? It is also to be pointed out that Transforming Moments is rich in narration and description as opposed to dialogue. How does reading books even the books that arent prescribed by the school that the nareator reads contributes to the narrators change? Explain the relevance of the theme of jealousy found in this short story, One of the themes in this story is Self discovery. Discuss your view, 1 ) Discuss the effect of the simile the narrator uses to describe her feelings about writing her first poem : its like having ones first baby, 2 ) The Narrator is also , symbolically giving birth to a new version of herself .Discuss this statement with reference from the story. 3.states the benefits that the narrators love for reading has in her life. Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. The praise poet. What does the speaker mean when she says protestation? D.praise poet. endobj This may symbolise her feelings about herself- she feels excluded, isolated and insecure. When the narrator talks about her school, she specifies their prowess in choir. E6S2)212 "l+&Y4P%\%g|eTI (L 0_&l2E 9r9h xgIbifSb1+MxL0oE%YmhYh~S=zU&AYl/ $ZU m@O l^'lsk.+7o9V;?#I3eEKDd9i,UQ h6'~khu_ }9PIo= C#$n?z}[1 << It suggests the choir was very good at singing. The narrator is worried about her self . It is like an awakening of her identity- she has found something that suits her, and this instills an enormous amount of confidence in her. His invitation causes the narrator great joy, and she is excited to spend time with him and his wife. 2 summarise the reason the narrator calls some girls her part time friends. A.sprinkle someone with water When the speaker says protestations means The main reason Father Fikeni takes the narrator to the village is to visit the. The Question is.. The narrator does remember a good-looking boy who plays rugby and still does not have a girlfriend. There is a sense of change when the narrator sees the praise poet. 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+ 4why she feels this way. 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. (without a wordstaring at me.) 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. Visit to Tsolo (Transkei) Title - epiphany of illumination / from Miss Ugly to Miss Perfect! Nokugcina Elsie Mhlophe known as Gcina Mhlophe was born on 24 October 1958 in KwaZulu- Natal, South Africa. Boys and girls may be separated. Thanks for the comment Nkosinathi. Discuss Father Fikeni and Mrs Fikenis characters? Luckily, the church minister sees the potential in her voice and invites her to join the church choir. Two outstanding qualities that the unique to the narrators character in her studies, 1.what is the main conflict in the story Why do you think it was wrong to kick out the narrator from the choir. Gcina Mhlophe is a South African actress, playwright, poet, director and activist. Can someone help me hereDid the narrator justified in wishing to be like Mrs Fikeni? B) too ugly to join the choir It is after several rejections that we see the narrators first step of growth as a character. 3. when the speaker says protestations what does she mean? It is interesting that the narrator remains unnamed throughout the story, despite the names of several other characters- even random ones- being mentioned. The narrators encounter with Father Fikeni may also be significant as through her engagement with him Mhlophe appears to be exploring the theme of acceptance. (b)Why does the narrator use this tone? 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. Clear rating. Possible by three things. What figure of speech is this My hair it is as dry grass in winter?.. She sees hope for the first time in her life. Give a reason for your answer, =How did the narrator benefit from attending the meeting at the village, =is the narrator justified in wishing to be like Mrs fikile, =in what is Imbongi It is an unforgettable experience for the narrator, and she is inspired. She continuously rejects him, because she thinks she is too ugly for him to truly want. 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. endobj The first time she writes her own poem, it is a Monday. 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. 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