2.who in this story treated her respect? 3. Thanks for the comment Ndodzo. He is a praise poet, and the narrator is amazed by his speech. 2 after completing her 1st assignment the writer says thats the day. Paperback. Your email address will not be published. The New Tribe by Buchi Emecheta 5. Which part in the story do you consider to be the climax? As time wears on, she is able to grasp her identity- at that moment, the namelessness holds a new meaning. Her sister has the money to pay for her education. Thanks for the comment Nsina. 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. I want a summary for Transforming Moments. hs2z\nLA"Sdr%,lt In some ways the story can be seen as autobiographical. She is at the top of the class, liked and praised by all teachers, but it does not do much for her confidence. D.praise poet. b). 4. He had chosen an unsuitable girl and has set the whole school on fire. The phrase mentioned also contains a certain figure of speech. _$#l+diF)Db^8SpZ5+]$TLYra[= W*o{0$wW$f4twFWJl}EY8"l~U*.2o%zziBo 3.What do the words.That simply collected trophies imply above the school choir? She sees hope for the first time in her life. Firstly she meets her first boyfriend in school. Mention three points, The narrator compares the feeling of writing her first poem to the feeling of giving birth. 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. What was the narrators tone when she said that and why does she use that tone? Im not sure if it is a true story or perhaps it is based on Mhlophes own life. what is the theme, mood, tone of the story? I dont really know if there is a part two for the story. 1 Her school friend with a beautiful singing voice 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. Could you please analyse the inciting incident also the exposition. 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. Thanks for the comment Pfunzo. Why does the speaker leave? 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. Hi, whats the name of the book that is contained this short story including other stories like-Villages people, The New Tribe, The Dolls House, A chip of Glass Ruby, Next Door, The Fur Coat and The Last Breath. What does the narrator means when she says (im forever buried in my books). 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. Through Father Fikenis generosity and the praise poets way with words the narrator has found her voice and is excited about her life. 3. Just a question , Moments suggests that there was more than one moment that resulted in change in the girl.. 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. hey Dermot please help over the followings questions..?? Condition: New. x]Yp[W,[(02UiPK64 He calls her voice resonant rather than deep, and it flickers a ray of hope in her. Kind because he helps the narrator to become more confident. Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. 4.Did the narrator have people she trusted who supported her? does the girl go into a relationship with the boy from school. Her influence on the nation. Comparing the beginning and the end of the story, there is a great change of character of the narrator. Why ? The narrator does remember a good-looking boy who plays rugby and still does not have a girlfriend. 1. 6. February 16, 2020. Anx their personal traits 3.Do you think this activity contributed to her growth? Discuss the theme of confidence that is evident in this short story? Is this an effective comparison? Nokugcina Elsie Mhlophe known as Gcina Mhlophe was born on 24 October 1958 in KwaZulu- Natal, South Africa. The fact that the other girls in the school tease the narrator about her looks (and boys) may also be significant as she is being isolated by her peers due to how she looks and feels about boys. 4.refer to the paragraphIt was a Monday afternoon Quote six consecutive words from the text to prove that the following is false. The most important moment of this story is when the narrator sees a praise poet for the first time. Why does the protagonist join the church choir I don think the speaker is from a poor family. >> Gcina Mhlophe. The narrator due to her insecurity couldnt imagine that a boy, particularly a good-looking boy, would be interested in her. "Transforming Moments by Gcina Mhlophe.". Explain your answer. What is the theme? Thats why the narrator was reading hard not to dissapoint her sister. We are introduced to themes of acceptance, as well- she feels accepted by them, something she is not used to back in school. Can you explain the last paragraph on transforming moments? Are there any sound devices used in the story,if so can you please give examples. 148-150 & fn35 ) on the way the Can u explain why she approves her physical features and has a smile that wouldnt leave her face ? The church minister, Father Fikeni, invites the narrator to spend the weekend with his family. Which is ironic because that is what is happening the narrator. 3. Support your answer. 3.what kind of narrator does this story use? The love interest Sizwe showed towards you has cause a stir in the school and many remarks are said. endobj 5.Each person must follow his or her dreams no matter what obstacles life may place in their path,do you think Gcina followed her dreams? Firstly she meets her first boyfriend, secondly she joins the choir and finally she becomes a praise poet. Hello Dermot 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. From that moment she gains a lot of confidence and sees a direction she can follow in her life. Currently you have JavaScript disabled. Is it true or false support your answer? Is the speaker a round or a flat character? [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 is shocked and confused- why would he ask her? Just to add on the above mentioned characters. Sign Up Privacy Terms About Transforming moments(By Gcina Mhlophe) Book 227 people like this topic She thinks that she is a good singer, In which area her skul work dd narattor show particular talents. explain the comparison in this figure of speech. This would mean the feeling has been long-term, and the lack of confidence has morphed into insecurity, which stems far deeper. Do you agree? This may be important as for the first time in the story the narrator is beginning to not only change but have more confidence in herself. Boys and girls may be separated. A useful analysis of the short story: Transforming Moments by Gcina Mhlope - includes themes, setting characterisation and plot. She started her working life as a domestic worker, later working as a newsreader at the Press Trust and BBC Radio, then as a writer for Learn and Teach, a magazine for newly-literate people.. She began to get a sense of the demand for stories while in Chicago in 1988. And which shop or make an order online one can purchase the Book? Transforming moments Gcina Mhlophe. Discuss the appropriateness of the title of this short story? /Filter /FlateDecode This statement by the narrator is a stark contrast to the girl who did not have enough confidence to accept a boy or stay in the choir- it marks her breaking free from judgement and developing her own character. It is also possible that as the narrator finds it difficult to like herself she also finds it difficult to understand that somebody else might like her for who she is. 3. One of the narrators talent is singing and she becomes a valued member of school choir, 2 choose one word to complete She also worked on the 2017 documentary and animated film Liyana , in which five orphaned children from Swaziland craft a collective fairytale, under Mhlophe's guidance, drawn from their . 3)why is the mans description important at this stage of the story. Clear rating. Explain? C) happy to join the choir identify the figure of speech in this line. 2:explain why the following statement is false If anything the narrator feels not only insecure about how she looks but also lacks confidence. Thanks for the comment Tanvi. Discuss the effectiveness of the title transforming moments. The book can be found here. Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. Gcina Mhlophe. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. TRANSFORMING MOMENTS - GCINA MHLOPE: STORY READING - YouTube 0:00 / 14:55 TRANSFORMING MOMENTS - GCINA MHLOPE: STORY READING Mrs OMG - Extraordinary English 1.62K subscribers. 1. 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. /Alternate /DeviceRGB This is another example of an insecurity formed by the comments of others. The first time she writes her own poem, it is a Monday. Manage Settings Why had father fikeni taken the narrator to the imbongi? 2 Explain how sizwe helped in boosting the narrators self esteem, 1 why the statement is false McManus, Dermot. I need help. I dont know how I came to this article, but it is really interesting. Is the setting an important aspect of the story? A. Gcina Mhlophe B. Bulelwa Mhlophe C. Cira Mhlophe D. Nosisa Mhlophe A The narrator's best friend is. There were many remarks too that I was ugly and did not have any fashionable clothes. Click here for instructions on how to enable JavaScript in your browser. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. But she thinks the church minister likes her, for he insists that it is resonant, and encourages her to join the church choir instead. We also see the re-entry of the topic of choir. /DecodeParms [null << State whether the following statement is true or false the speaker was from a poor family support your answer. Identify the figure of speech in Stopped combing it, b.Explain the comparison in this figure of speech, I want the rising action about Transforming moments by Gcina Mhlope, What attracted the boy to like the narrator, Hello .. Discuss how the them is relevant to the speaker 2. These show that her sister could only afford to pay for her school fees. % %PDF-1.4 Transforming Moments is an account of her experiences as an impressionable young woman while she was at school. As the title says, the narrator talks about specific moments- often one which leads to another. How exactly did the narrator feel baptised as a poet after holding the poets hand? Luckily, the church minister sees the potential in her voice and invites her to join the church choir. The book is called Changes (An Anthology of Short Stories) which is edited by Brian Walter. She ends by saying that Father Fikeni will definitely be happy for her, highlighting the bond between them. Meaning of the following idiomatic 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. Book Facebook Email or phone Password Forgot account? Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. The narrator is a 17 year old girl who has very little self-confidence. 9.in what way is the life of the main character remarkable? 2.do you think the narrator would have become a poet without father fikeni s influence?give a reason for your answer. B.community elders. This moment- the narrator writing her first ever poem and loving herself for it- symbolises growth, new beginnings and self-acceptance. Is this an effective comparison? What does that expression mean? The Fur Coat by Sean O'Faolain8. They thought the boy was too good for the narrator. I have a question. Thanks for the comment Thabiso. z3iJ/& 2.Explain why the following statement is false:the narrators academic success result in a fulfilling life for her Whats the mean reason Father Fikeni takes the narrator to the village is to visit the.? Transforming moments only appeals to girls. No longer is she insecure and lacking confidence now that she knows and accepts who she is. When the narrator talks about her school, she specifies their prowess in choir. Explain whether the narrators voice was always considered a special voice . Life and career. 2. state a reason for the speakers decision to finally join the church choir. 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. 4.discuss the appropriateness of the title of the short story. The other girls tease her because no boy is interested in her. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. 2.what did the narrator do instead of going to the sport field? 2.why does the narrator find it difficult to express her thoughts while she is in the presence of the imbongi? The narrator comperes the feeling of writing her poem to the feeling of giving birth. 2.discuss the role Cira plays in this story Gcina Mhlophe. How is the narrators friendship with Bulelwa relevant to the main theme of this story? In which point of view is the story narrated? 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. The real irony in the story is the fact that the narrator over comes so many obstacles to achieve happiness. 5. 93-122). The first quote is a simile. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Something that is noticeable a little later on in the story. Characters 1. 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. What caused the exciting feeling when the narrator wrote her first poem. 1. She really doesnt know her own identity. How Gcina felt after self Discovery or after she witnessed the praise poet? This means he saw the potential in the narrator early on. a) why does the narrator stand at the top of the stairs open mouthed Gcina Mhlophe has written many children's books as well as adult audience . Thanks for the comment Lovedonia. (line 2-4 Ive never hadtheir first babe. She mentions that she has never seen a woman praise poet, but she can be the first which directly relates to Mhlophes experiences in being one of the few woman storytellers in her area. Transforming moments Gcina Mhlophe Setting: Eastern Cape - perhaps 1970 s. 17 and in Std 9. If you mean by visiting the praise poet then yes I do believe the narrator has grown as a person by looking at the praise poet in action. 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+ | Summary and Analysis, Transients in Arcadia | Summary and Analysis, Reflections of Spring | Summary and Analysis, Vultures by Chinua Achebe | Summary and Analysis. I think it may be because she is not only young but she is somewhat insecure about herself. /Type /XObject Next Door by Kurt Vonnegut 4. Thanks for the comment Lungisani. Because of her unconfident nature and habit of being too hard on herself, she immediately decides she must not be good at singing, and quits. << characters of the story ? Nokugcina Elsie Mhlophe (born 24 October 1958), also known as Gcina Mhlophe, is a South African anti-apartheid activist, actress, storyteller, poet, playwright, director and author.. Storytelling is a deeply traditional activity in South Africa, and Mhlophe is one of the few woman storytellers in a country dominated by males.She does her work through charismatic performances, working to . why does the narrator find it difficult to express her thoughts while she is in the presence of the imbongi? The narrator says this is the first time I loved myself marking an enormous leap in her character development and confidence. 201092 3:Discuss the proragonists opinion about Bulelwa To be independent of others. The 17 year old narrator feels unsure of herself quote 4 conservative words that suggest self doubts from paragraph line 3. The boys in her class dont like her much unless they need help with their homework. Consider the following line Some girls were forced to be my part time friend He indicates that while the In light of the above extract,put yourself in the shoes of the narrator and write a diary entry expressing your feelings about the whole situation (Especially the reaction of everybody towards this relationship). And this, in turn, affects the decisions in her life and becomes an obstacle in the path of her happiness. Both Father Fikeni and the praise poet act as agents of change for the narrator. One of the themes in this short story is self discovery It centers around an unnamed narrator- a seventeen-year-old girl in high school- and her journey to self-love, confidence and finding her identity. Shaking the praise poets hand felt like a baptismal to the narrator. How did the narrator see herself when she was a teenager? 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. 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. 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. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. 2. Besides her voice, she also said that she loved to read, a perfect combination for a storyteller or a praise poet. Just as someone might write an autobiography about their life so too is the narrator bringing the reader through her life. Again it seems to be that the narrator is able to think for herself. Gcina Mhlophe is a poet, playwright, performer and South Africa's favorite storyteller. One day, everything changes- the good-looking boy who plays rugby tells the narrator he loves her and asks her to be his girlfriend. Explain your answer. /ColorSpace 18 0 R 2. Although she is a brilliant learner who produces excellent results, she has low self esteem because she believes she is ugly. 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. Causing such a stir Id like to ask for help in the following questions . The cock flapping his wings and crowing at the narrator may also have some symbolic significance. What figure of speech is this My hair it is as dry grass in winter?.. The story is about the narrator who changes from someone who has a low self-esteem to a confident female praise poet within a short space of time due to an encounter with a praise poet. Thanks for the comment MPHO. Sizwe- the good looking boy from Port Elizabeth. It is that moment that she truly loves herself. If only to spite the other girls in her class. 3.) A1vjp zN6p\W
pG@ It suggests the choir was very good at singing. The fact that the narrator thinks her voice is ugly suggests that she suffers from low self-esteem. Listening to the praise poet, the narrator imagines herself in that position. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent. Finally a girl did, though, and the narrator tells them that Father Fikeni has invited her to spend the weekend with his family. 2. 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. 1. 6.What does the cock at the end of the story symbolize? If I write she was ugly and did not wear fashionable clothes.she wonder how can a good looking boy loved her. It proves to be fruitful, as she and the boys become friends. In the opening paragraph of the story the narrator describes her hair as dry grass in winter . It is also interesting that the narrator cannot understand why the young boy wishes to be her boyfriend. She is so overawed by the praise poet she decides to write her first poem when she returns to school. We see this once again when a boy from Port Elizabeth proposed his love to her. 2. All this was happening in which place, time or social environment? Language: English Curriculum Alignment: CAPS aligned Publication Date: 2017-06-29 Grade: 12 Audience: Learners Teachers Type: Digital document 2612 She has just discovered her passion and is yet to begin her journey- it is a fresh slate. 2. It is also possible that the narrator looks up to Bulelwa. 2.Refer to lines 8-9(My voice sounded a special voice)Explain whether the narrators voice was always considered a special voice. Thanks for the comment Pinky. She was in awe of what was happening. Can I kindly ask, is the story been created or is it based on a true story..? In which area of her school work does the narrator show a particular talent ? Can u clarify the irony of the poem for me please? The Last Breath by Sam Kahiga 3. The narrator feels very much at home while at Father Fikenis home which suggests the school environment may be causing the narrator troubles. She carries on with her life, studying well, especially to please her sister who is paying for her education. 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. The narrators academic success results in a fulfilling life for her, Do you think the narrotor admires the boy from Port Elizabeth? This is a link back to her love for reading- she said she reads to keep herself alive, emphasising her passion for it. The narrator is worried about her self . Want to Read. 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 . 1.What does the narrator do instead of going to the sports field? It can also have an audience with boys who may feel similar emotions to that of 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? Please give me a straight forward summary of the story. The praise poet also plays an important role in the story. endobj Good day, which type of characterization is this story and why? Language: English. As for not naming the narrator Im also not sure. Rate this book. 3 wht is narattor opinion abt bulelwa substantiate u answr with reference, 1. This confidence is more noticeable in the last two paragraphs of the story. 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. Why is this statement false. Why does Fikeni take the speaker with him to the village? The main themes of Transforming Moments are insecurity, social isolation, growth, self-love, confidence and identity. 2 do you think the activity contributed to her growth? Father Fikeni is aware of the difficulties that the narrator is experiencing in school. 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. 20 0 obj There is a sense of change when the narrator sees the praise poet. 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. Possible by three things. 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