Continue with Recommended Cookies. Hi can h help me plz She carries on with her life, studying well, especially to please her sister who is paying for her education. 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 3.what kind of narrator does this story use? She has just discovered her passion and is yet to begin her journey- it is a fresh slate. Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. I used to describe it as dry grass in winter, Explain the sustainability of this figure of speech as used. In Transforming Moments by Gcina Mhlophe we have the theme of insecurity, confidence, isolation, independence, identity, acceptance and change. For the narrator he is the impetus for change in her life. Explain the mataphor in paragraph 4(.. And set the whole school on fire). 201092 why is her meeting with the imbongi a moment of transformation for the narrator, The word baptized in the context of the story,means to: Click here for instructions on how to enable JavaScript in your browser. 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. Why , does the narrator refer to the cock at this point in the story ,? Which part in the story do you consider to be the climax? 4.36 avg rating 11 ratings published 2006 2 editions. .The narrator has returned from the vollage with father fikeni. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". /Length 5294 I dont know how I came to this article, but it is really interesting. If I write one love to Lough and one does not I am I wrong. 3. when the speaker says protestations what does she mean? Village People by Bessie Head 7. Hello Dermot 5 . Num-01-Introduction to Numerical analysis -( Edited)-English. 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars. 1.In which area of her school work does the narrator show a particular talent? D) reluctant to join the choir, 3 how speaker feels as she leaves the ministers house In which point of view is the story narrated? 1.Refer to lines 2-4(lve never hadtheir first baby) She is thoroughly excited to read her first poem to him, and when a red rooster across loudly flaps its wings and squawks, she knows exactly what its saying- its agreeing with her, too.if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[728,90],'litbug_com-banner-1','ezslot_6',161,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-litbug_com-banner-1-0'); The story is narrated entirely in the past tense, giving the readers the impression that the narrator is recounting her experience, remembering all the incidents that brought her to the present. Characters 1. Transforming moments only appeals to girls. The second quote is a metaphor. She loves reading anything she can find, to the point where she feels like it keeps her alive. >>] That she can be herself when she is around him and his family. Again it seems to be that the narrator is able to think for herself. 4:Refer to the story as a whole Brand new Book. 1. 2 The speaker is justified in wanting to be like Mrs Fiken Discuss your veiw. The book is called Changes (An Anthology of Short Stories) which is edited by Brian Walter. She is more confident than she has been throughout the story and is no longer concerned about others taunting her over her looks or the fact that she does not play on the sports field. b). /Filter [/FlateDecode /DCTDecode] INTRODUCTION Mhlophe is an award-winning playwright, children's writer, stage and screen actress, storyteller, poet, and director. 2compare the opening paragraph with the last two paragraphs, What is the most important social condition of the story. Mhlophe focuses on the narrators inner thoughts and feelings about the past events, and the narration of the event itself. Discuss the theme of confidence that is evident in this short story? I have a question. 2 Her first boyfriend How is isolation a theme in this short story? quote Four consecutive words to prove that the Minister speaks with high Authority to the speaker. 4. He knows that she is incurring difficulties from the other girls in school and may want to give the narrator some breathing space. Can I kindly ask, is the story been created or is it based on a true story..? Explain your answer. Do you agree? Why is this statement false. Explain this comparison , and say what it tells us about her self-image. Whats the narrators popularity in the story? 4.Did the narrator have people she trusted who supported her? To ensure that the reader (particularly the female reader) might identify with the narrator. transforming knowledge of conquered peoples living in the very territory claimed by the Xhosa story-teller". What is the narrative style used by the writer? This loneliness and lost feeling is represented by namelessness. the speaker is justified in wanting to be like Mrs Fikeni The winter sun seemed as lazy as we were (simile). When the narrator talks about her school, she specifies their prowess in choir. Want to Read. When she found something she was good at, her insecurity became her strength. She thinks that she is a good singer, In which area her skul work dd narattor show particular talents. Who is the main character? The fact that Mhlophe also uses imagery of a birth occurring could also be important because if anything the narrator is being reborn. Her sister has the money to pay for her education. 2. She is a different person when she is with Father Fikeni. Both Father Fikeni and the praise poet act as agents of change for the narrator. Can you explain the last paragraph on transforming moments? Father File I played an important role in the narrators | Summary and Analysis, Transients in Arcadia | Summary and Analysis, Reflections of Spring | Summary and Analysis, Vultures by Chinua Achebe | Summary and Analysis. What figure of speech doe I was kicked out of the school choir fall under? Discuss Father Fikeni and Mrs Fikenis characters. Shaking the praise poets hand felt like a baptismal to the narrator. 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? These show that her sister could only afford to pay for her school fees. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. The narrator feels very much at home while at Father Fikenis home which suggests the school environment may be causing the narrator troubles. There is also a sense that some of the boys in the narrators class dislike her due to her appearance and nothing else. 2. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent. Thats why the narrator was reading hard not to dissapoint her sister. After a while , i even stopped combing it , * explain the comparison in this figure of speech, 1 what do word that simply collected trophies imply about the school choir. He is a praise poet, and the narrator is amazed by his speech. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. /ColorSpace 18 0 R The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". Something that is noticeable by the fact that the narrator touches her face and feels her features. 2 discuss the protagonist opinion about BULELWA ? Refer to the following: Next Door by Kurt Vonnegut 4. Is it true or false support your answer? What do u think attracted this boy to the speaker? 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. To show her that she too might like to become a praise poet. Firstly she meets her first boyfriend in school. She is also no longer comparing herself to the other girls in her class. Do u think this activity contributed to her growth? It is also possible that the narrator looks up to Bulelwa. So why do you think she is able to appreciate others talent but not own? Whether they built her confidence or broke it, we can see that each memory she recalls had an effect on her and built her to where she is today. Discuss Father Fikeni and Mrs Fikenis characters? No longer is she insecure and lacking confidence now that she knows and accepts who she is. stream The narrator is worried about her self- I was forever buried in my books what does that mean?? the winter sun seemed as lazy as we were . 3. The narrator says this is the first time I loved myself marking an enormous leap in her character development and confidence. Do you think perhaps her father is an absent one. And which shop or make an order online one can purchase the Book? Describe the physical appearance of the narrator, Identify and explain the figure of speech present in the line ..-his eyes flashing this way and that, like he was on the alert for something.. The use ofpast tense is also important because it maintains the connection between the incidents. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. McManus, Dermot. 3.Consider the story as a whole.How does the narrators relationship with Bulelwa differ from her relationship with other classmates? The narrator is not treated as a special guest, but like a member of the family. This is another example of an insecurity formed by the comments of others. It is after several rejections that we see the narrators first step of growth as a character. 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. ' 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]. Gcina Mhlophe is a poet, playwright, performer and South Africa's favorite storyteller. She feels happy and good about herself. Check your inbox or spam folder to confirm your subscription. The narrator states that Father Fikeni had a soft spot on me. Paperback. 3.) I want a summary for Transforming Moments. a) why does the narrator stand at the top of the stairs open mouthed This awareness gives the readers a better grasp on the main themes of the story and the personality of the narrator. Why does father Fikeni take the speaker with him to the village? She sees hope for the first time in her life. Do you think the narrator would have become a praise poet without Father Fikenis influence? The other girls tease her because no boy is interested in her. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. 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 . hA;MJP;C~f(=Fa6W_WzxzP/R&Jur5^ If only to spite the other girls in her class. transformation. It is as they are as new as a new born baby. what is the comparison in this figure of speech? 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 compares the feeling of writing her first poem to the feeling of giving birth. In the girls dormitory, too, her bed is the furthest from the Matrons. She has been writing and performing on stage and screen for the past 21 years. The fact that Father Fikeni also brings the narrator to the village meeting suggests that she is being accepted by Father Fikeni. Can you please help me with the information of analysing the short stories for Grade 12 in South Africa. Written in a variety of styles and voices, ranging from anecdotal memory to historical moment to . Luckily, the church minister sees the potential in her voice and invites her to join the church choir. Why does the speaker leave? Im not sure. Language: English. 6.What does the cock at the end of the story symbolize? Thanks for the comment Siphokaza. Besides her being a good-natured and hard-working person, it is possible that Father Fikeni knew there would be a praise poet in town, and wanted to take the narrator along with him for the event. A. Nosisa B. Mrs Fikeni C. Cira D. Gcina E. Bulelwa E The narrator's favourite place at school is. 3:Discuss the proragonists opinion about Bulelwa 3.What do the words.That simply collected trophies imply above the school choir? Can you please help with the climax of the story.. identify the climax, The school teachers relationship to the narrator. 3. 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. Transforming moments 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. Some girls were force to be my part time friends. What are character traits and personal traits in the story ? He played rugby and was proposing love to the narrator (Gcina) The other girls have already turned their nose up at her, for they think he can do far better. However I would suggest that the narrators mentioning of her first boyfriend and joining the choir would be part of the rising action. endobj The cock crowing in agreement suggests symbolically that the narrator is on the right path. She reads a lot. B) why the narrator runs to her room Why does Fikeni take the speaker with him to the village? February 16, 2020. 2. Could you please name these moments , Identify the figure of speech and the effectiveness of that figure of speech of this line he had chosen an unsuitable girl and set the whole school on fire. 3 do you think the narrator admires the boy from port Elizabeth, What is the conflict of Transforming Moments, How does the narrator develop from being shy and feeling sorry for herself, 1.using your own words explain why the following statement is false, The girl at the school approves of the rugby boys interested in the speaker, 2. earlier in the story the narrator was popular among some of her classmates.give a reason for her popularity. No longer is she insecure and lacking confidence now that she knows and accepts who she is. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc. High school where girls can be boarders - dormitory. Hi Dermot Her influence on the nation. 2 do you think the activity contributed to her growth? Firstly she meets her first boyfriend, secondly she joins the choir and finally she becomes a praise poet. You are very good and your reviews are excellent.. E.g. What is the theme? The narrator still had a low self -esteem after she had written her first peom. This self-love came from her acceptance of herself- and this stemmed from her finding her footing and identity. 2. Who in the story treated her with respect? TRANSFORMING MOMENTS - GCINA MHLOPE: STORY READING - YouTube 0:00 / 14:55 TRANSFORMING MOMENTS - GCINA MHLOPE: STORY READING Mrs OMG - Extraordinary English 1.62K subscribers. 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.. 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. Visit to Tsolo (Transkei) Title - epiphany of illumination / from Miss Ugly to Miss Perfect! 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. She is spellbound as she packs her things, excited at the prospect. The main characters are the narrator (unnamed), Father Fikeni and the praise poet. 2.what did the narrator do instead of going to the sport field? I need help. The narrator does remember a good-looking boy who plays rugby and still does not have a girlfriend. One day, the minister calls for her and tells her he is going to visit his family over the weekend, and she is to come with him. Also the fact that the narrator wants to become a praise poet symbolically and literally suggests she has found something in her life that makes her feel confident about herself. 3.Do you think this activity contributed to her growth? What is the turning point of the narrators life? Her low self-esteem about her appearance goes beyond what others think of her- she believes it herself. Its a simile comparing the winter sun with lazy girls. % 8.in what way is the life of the antagonists undesirable/ unattractive? Can u clarify the irony of the poem for me please? 2. Support by quoting from the story. His invitation causes the narrator great joy, and she is excited to spend time with him and his wife. The main reason Father Fikeni takes the narrator to the village is to visit the. The story seems autobiographical and not fiction. One day, everything changes- the good-looking boy who plays rugby tells the narrator he loves her and asks her to be his girlfriend. sonnet 18, spring, to learn how to speak.. 1 Relate on one experience that transforms the narrators life Justify the statement A Chip of Glass Ruby by Nadine Gordimer 6. Thanks for the comment Nsina. Sizwe- the good looking boy from Port Elizabeth. Gcina Mhlope has been writing and performing on stage and screen for over 20 years. 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. Id like to ask for help in the following questions . 1. Thirdly she sees the praise poet perform and decides to become a praise poet. The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". 5.Discuss how the narrator changes during the cause of the story. Gcina Mhlophe. 5. why does the young boy run to yhe girls? may you please assist me with essay questions of 20 marks on this story and also some contextual questions with answers? The main themes of Transforming Moments are insecurity, social isolation, growth, self-love, confidence and identity. What was the English teacher when he saw the narrator with a boyfriend. whats impression did the narrator have of herself before meeting the imbongi? No longer is the narrator concerned about how she looks. What was the narrators tone when she said that and why does she use that tone? It suggests the choir was very good at singing. Father Fikeni may be trying to boost the narrators confidence. -The narrators academic success results in a fulfilling life for her Required fields are marked *, Please consider supporting us by disabling your ad blocker, Transforming Moments | Summary and Analysis. What is the lesson of the story? She develops - changes. Your help will be much appreciated. The girl was unsure of her self .I am I wrong. It represents her hope to make a mark for herself in the world as the first woman praise poet. 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. 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. Something that is noticeable when the narrator goes to see the praise poet. Though she is insecure about her looks she appears to have the ability to think for herself. /Quality 60 Gcina Mhlophe. 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. The strong looking short stick that the praise poet uses may be symbolism for strength. 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. "Transforming Moments by Gcina Mhlophe.". Currently you have JavaScript disabled. She found the idea ridiculous, not because she didnt like him- quite the contrary, she found him good looking- but because she didnt believe he could like her. 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.. The importance given to the description of her voice and tone is another foreshadowing- the topic is of importance in the future. In the opening paragraph the narrator describes her hair asdry grass in winter .Please explain this comparison, and say what it tells us about her self-image. Gcina Mhlope was born in 1958 in KwaZulu-Natal to a Xhosa mother and a Zulu father. 4.which scene do you think represents the climax of the strory? Just as a person can go through a change when giving birth the narrator goes through three transforming moments or moments of change in the story. Why had father fikeni taken the narrator to the imbongi? B.community elders. xwTS7" %z ;HQIP&vDF)VdTG"cEb PQDEk 5Yg} PtX4X\XffGD=H.d,P&s"7C$ 2.what is the genre of the story She really doesnt know her own identity. Discuss the theme of confidence that is evident in this shory. This means he saw the potential in the narrator early on. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. 9.in what way is the life of the main character remarkable? The primary theme of Transforming Moments is identity. 3 The church Minister I don think the speaker is from a poor family. Listening to the praise poet, the narrator imagines herself in that position. 1.Why is her meeting with the imbongi a moment of transformation for the narrator? 3. Could you please analyse the inciting incident also the exposition. How did the narrator benefit from attending the meeting at the village? 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. The narrators academic success results in a fulfilling life for her, Do you think the narrotor admires the boy from Port Elizabeth? 3 wht is narattor opinion abt bulelwa substantiate u answr with reference, 1. Thanks for the comment Lungisani. But she thinks the church minister likes her, for he insists that it is resonant, and encourages her to join the church choir instead. Significance of geography book in these short story. what is the theme, mood, tone of the story? 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 the comparison in this figure of speech. A.sprinkle someone with water Hi Dermot can you help me with this question what is the setting of this story and did the narrator have people she trusted who supported her. How is the narrators friendship with Bulelwa relevant to the main theme of this story? /Subtype /Image The reason being, she thinks she is ugly- with hard-to-manage hair, clothes which are not as nice as the others, knobby knees, and big feet. just perfect how does the story title of the story relate to the narrators achievements. How do we know that the speaker in this short is clever. See additional later comments in this chapter ( pp. The narrator is worried about her self-image even going as far as describing her hair as being like dry grass in winter. Which is an unflattering way to describe ones hair. Thanks. It is an unforgettable experience for the narrator, and she is inspired. Born in Hammarsdale, KwaZulu-Natal in 1960, Gcina Mhlope now lives in Johannesburg. She is so overawed by the praise poet she decides to write her first poem when she returns to school. z3iJ/& Was Gcina mhlophe a pessimist or an optimist kind of person? I think she is from a poor family as she could not do her hair, she does not have nice school uniform and has used a plastic bag to carry her necessities when going with the minister. Why had Father Fikeni taken the narrator to meet Imbongi? This only comes at the end of the story. Thanks for the comment MPHO. D.praise poet. The other characters in the story are the girls in school who tease the narrator. Because she lacks confidence in her physical appearance. What does that mean? 3 . 5.state two reasons For the speaker to finally join their church choir. C.church minister. One of the themes in this short story is self discovery Can I have answers based on short stories, Is the line forever buried in books a metaphor or hyperbole. The theme of self-love has been prevalent throughout the story, beginning with the complete lack thereof. He manages to literally transform the narrator and take the narrator out of her shell. 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. A.tribal chief. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. Thanks for the comment Lovedonia. 4.Discuss protagonists opinion about bulelwa? 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. For the first time in the story the narrator feels as though she does not have to compete with others, so strong is the confidence she feels within herself. In the end, though, she decides to cause a stir among the school, and accepts him. I need help. It is also to be pointed out that Transforming Moments is rich in narration and description as opposed to dialogue. 3. 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