It represents her hope to make a mark for herself in the world as the first woman praise poet. She is also no longer comparing herself to the other girls in her class. However there would also be some secondary themes which include isolation, independence, acceptance and change. When she found something she was good at, her insecurity became her strength. Helping her to regain her confidence. It is also possible that the narrator looks up to Bulelwa. The winter sun seemed as lazy as we were (simile). What is the main reason father fikeni takes the narrator to the village? She carries on with her life, studying well, especially to please her sister who is paying for her education. 2.Refer to lines 8-9(My voice sounded a special voice)Explain whether the narrators voice was always considered a special voice. Transforming Moments is an account of her experiences as an impressionable young woman while she was at school. This is a link back to her love for reading- she said she reads to keep herself alive, emphasising her passion for it. What does the speaker mean when she says protestation? She is at the top of the class, liked and praised by all teachers, but it does not do much for her confidence. explain the comparison in this speech. endobj 3. explain the comparison in this figure of speech. When the speaker says protestations she means that she is.. 1.What is the message of the story 2 why did narator found difficult to rxpress her though while during the imbongi Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. A Chip of Glass Ruby by Nadine Gordimer 6. The narrator appreciated Bulelwas talent as a singer and says I can listen to her all my life. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. She is not following anyones lead. Do you think the narrator admires the boy from port Elizabeth??? endstream She is being reborn. Many girls looked the way when I walked past or towards them and many unkind remarks were whispered behind my back. He had chosen an unsuitable girl and has set the whole school on fire. The phrase mentioned also contains a certain figure of speech. 1what did the narrator do instead of going to the sports field? Causing such a stir The story has heavy emotionality, and the vivid imagery and vocabulary stirs up the feelings in the readers as well. suggest reasons why the speaker feels this way. 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. Your comments help me to make my lesson preps. She has just discovered her passion and is yet to begin her journey- it is a fresh slate. C) happy to join the choir The praise poet. 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. The destination is a meeting held at the nearby village. 2612 Interestingly, the cocks loud voice is described just as the narrator herself finally found her own voice. ;I*#H4XX0'9RB@ze&""rEa.km4cP$B\): (j: oH3qQf*Ud'f(b7 X$,V(YI Kq#rTzc.DxLnl7 N>\[&; This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Why did the narrator think the good-looking boy (Sizwe) Extract 1 Explain your answer. Sign Up Privacy Terms About Transforming moments(By Gcina Mhlophe) Book 227 people like this topic What do you think made her feel like being baptized? transformation. A. Gcina Mhlophe B. Bulelwa Mhlophe C. Cira Mhlophe D. Nosisa Mhlophe A The narrator's best friend is. The story revolves around her. /N 3 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. 148-150 & fn35 ) on the way the 2. So by taking her to his home he is allowing the narrator some breathing space. 3. Besides her voice, she also said that she loved to read, a perfect combination for a storyteller or a praise poet. 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. I would be glad if you can assist me. 2.do you think the narrator would have become a poet without father fikeni s influence?give a reason for your answer. 4why she feels this way. 6. Explain whether the narrators voice was always considered a special voice . 3. Support your answer. 2 after completing her 1st assignment the writer says thats the day. If you write father fikeni take the narrator to the village where she met the praise poet and speaker became motivated. Gcina Mhlophe is one of the few famous women storytellers in an area dominated by males, an aspect she mentions in Transforming Moments. 1 wht words tht simple collect trophies imply abt school choir There is a sense that the narrator feels accepted by Father Fikeni. >>] just perfect how does the story title of the story relate to the narrators achievements. The other girls have already turned their nose up at her, for they think he can do far better. 2. Father Fikeni is aware of the difficulties that the narrator is experiencing in school. endobj What is the purpose of singing the praise songs for the most high in the particular land ???? Can you please help with the climax of the story.. identify the climax, The school teachers relationship to the narrator. What do u think attracted this boy to the speaker? 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. what is the comparison in this figure of speech? O*?f`gC/O+FFGGz)~wgbk?J9mdwi?cOO?w| x&mf Significance of geography book in these short story. 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. As time wears on, she is able to grasp her identity- at that moment, the namelessness holds a new meaning. 3. by. Identity the narrators tone in these lines and explain why she use this tone. 4. 3.Consider the story as a whole.How does the narrators relationship with Bulelwa differ from her relationship with other classmates? She feels happy and good about herself. Is this an effective comparison? Something that is noticeable by the fact that the narrator touches her face and feels her features. Is the speaker a round or a flat character? Although she is a brilliant learner who produces excellent results, she has low self esteem because she believes she is ugly. Thanks for the comment Tanvi. Why do the speaker refers to herself as miss-ugly-top-of-the-class? The book is called Changes (An Anthology of Short Stories) which is edited by Brian Walter. 2. 22 0 obj what was unusual about the narrators decision to become a praise poet? Though she is insecure about her looks she appears to have the ability to think for herself. So whenever the other girls are unprepared for an upcoming test, she teaches them the lesson disguised by a cough when the lights are out. 2.Self Actualization B.community elders. Discuss how the them is relevant to the speaker 2 Her first boyfriend Resonant is defined as a sound that is deep, clear, and continuing to sound or ring. C.church minister. The fact that Father Fikeni also brings the narrator to the village meeting suggests that she is being accepted by Father Fikeni. The narrator compares the feeling of writing her first poem to the feeling of giving birth. She develops - changes. Nokugcina Elsie Mhlophe known as Gcina Mhlophe was born on 24 October 1958 in KwaZulu- Natal, South Africa. There is a sense of change when the narrator sees the praise poet. quote Four consecutive words to prove that the Minister speaks with high Authority to the speaker. 20 0 obj Who is the main character? You will find some that refer to the use of figures of speech. Explain this comparison , and say what it tells us about her self-image. 1. By running her hands over her face she knows that she is beautiful in her own way. The most important moment of this story is when the narrator sees a praise poet for the first time. From the very beginning, we see that the narrator is low on self-esteem- it starts with a lack of confidence about her looks. Father Fikeni takes the narrator out of her school environment and away from the girls who ridicule her. In some ways the story can be seen as autobiographical. 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.. 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. Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. She is absolutely inspired- this is where themes of identity and growth come into play. Characters 1. Again it seems to be that the narrator is able to think for herself. 10.why do we say that this story is told or narrated in the first person. Through Father Fikenis generosity and the praise poets way with words the narrator has found her voice and is excited about her life. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. 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. why does the narrator find it difficult to express her thoughts while she is in the presence of the imbongi? 2.who in this story treated her respect? 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). While Mrs Fikeni seems to also be a decent woman. Hi..please help me to answer this questions. 3.climax of the story. This would mean the feeling has been long-term, and the lack of confidence has morphed into insecurity, which stems far deeper. She thinks that she is a good singer, In which area her skul work dd narattor show particular talents. Can I have answers based on short stories, Is the line forever buried in books a metaphor or hyperbole. The Last Breath by Sam Kahiga 3. discuss your view. I would agree. 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. She reads a lot. The climax most likely occurs when the narrator sees the praise poet. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. The Fur Coat by Sean O'Faolain8. It is also to be pointed out that Transforming Moments is rich in narration and description as opposed to dialogue. Do u think this activity contributed to her growth? TITLE Transforming means change from one state to another. 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. He takes her to visit his family in Tsolo. 93-122). 3Did the narrator have people she trusted who supported her? 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. 3.Read the sentence..I left. The narrator comperes the feeling of writing her poem to the feeling of giving birth. The narrator doesnt seem to realise that she is being ironic. 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. 4.discuss the appropriateness of the title of the short story. 4. However the poem is about a woman giving birth. Because she lacks confidence in her physical appearance. Transforming Moments | Summary 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 . If you had to describe Father Fikeni with one word what would you say ? She is told by Father Fikeni that she has a strong and resonant voice (whereas she thought she had an ugly voice). The narrator also mentions that their school is one of the biggest, and had a very good choir. Hi Dermot Thanks for the comment Nokukhany. His invitation causes the narrator great joy, and she is excited to spend time with him and his wife. 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. To thank them and to wish that they may continue leading. She does not know much about him, though, as she never goes to the sports field- she would rather read books. 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. To regain her composure and confidence. 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. I was forever buried in my books what does that mean?? b). The story seems autobiographical and not fiction. Transforming moments Gcina Mhlophe Setting: Eastern Cape - perhaps 1970 s. 17 and in Std 9. Mhlophe focuses on the narrators inner thoughts and feelings about the past events, and the narration of the event itself. We once again notice a mention of the narrators financial status- her sister is paying for her education, which spurs her to work hard. Anx their personal traits Theme of self discovery in this short story .if I write the girl has low self-esteem. 1.What was the unusual about the narrator s decision to become a praise poet? Sizwe- the good looking boy from Port Elizabeth. The narrator seems to cough out the chapter, what does she mean? << A1vjp zN6p\W pG@ Identity the narrators tone in these lines and explain why she use this tone.. Can you give me the names of the following people Can u please analyse the title of this story? Why had father fikeni taken the narrator to the imbongi? Why does the narrator consider herself as miss ugly top of the class? (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. 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. 3. when the speaker says protestations what does she mean? discuss your answer. Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. One of the narrators talent is singing and she becomes a valued member of school choir, 2 choose one word to complete The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". 2. Brand new Book. What is the turning point of the narrators life? Could you please analyse the inciting incident also the exposition. Three reasons of why the narrator turned down sizwes proposal at first..? 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. Specifically, there was a girl named Bulelwa who had a lovely voice, and would stand by the narrator when other girls made fun of her for her lack of interest in boys. Was Gcina mhlophe a pessimist or an optimist kind of person? If anything Mhlophe may be highlighting how shallow the male can be. Written in a variety of styles and voices, ranging from anecdotal memory to historical moment to . To what extent has the narrators behavior at church helped In boosting her self-confidence? Meaning of the following idiomatic Which part in the story do you consider to be the climax? 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. What is the theme of the short story transforming moments? Why does Fikeni take the speaker with him to the village? Manage Settings Check your inbox or spam folder to confirm your subscription. I need help. Father File I played an important role in the narrators The fact that Mhlophe also uses imagery of a birth occurring could also be important because if anything the narrator is being reborn. Its a simile comparing the winter sun with lazy girls. what is the high point (climax? Thats why the narrator was reading hard not to dissapoint her sister. 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. 1. 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. identify the figure of speech in this line? The narrators boyfriend (for a brief period), Father Fikenis wife and the narrators sister who is paying for her education. Thanks for the comment Thabiso. The ease and naturalness with which she thinks about it highlights how well it matches her skill and personality. Although she is a brilliant learner who produces excellent results, she has low self esteem because she believes she is ugly. Gcina Mhlophe. What does this tell us about the character? But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. 1. (without a wordstaring at me.) What does she mean by I used to describe it as dry grass in winter?, Where exactly and what happened for the narrator to change her mindset and what was the guy who played rugby that the narrator loved. How Gcina felt after self Discovery or after she witnessed the praise poet? High and fine literature is wine, and mine is only water; but everybody likes water. I cant help with this question as I would need to read the story again. Is it true or false support your answer? How did the narrator benefit from attending the meeting at the village? 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