3. Shaking the praise poets hand felt like a baptismal to the narrator. 448K subscribers Dr Gcina Mhlophe, is an award-winning poet, writer and an activist who has played a remarkable role in spreading the activism in reading and writing. Im not sure if it is a true story or perhaps it is based on Mhlophes own life. Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. The Gift of the Magi | Summary and Analysis, The Spirit Is Too Blunt An Instrument Analysis, What Time is it Now Where You Are? Something that is noticeable a little later on in the story. /Interpolate true Mhlophe focuses on the narrators inner thoughts and feelings about the past events, and the narration of the event itself. endobj 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. A Chip of Glass Ruby by Nadine Gordimer 6. Why does Fikeni take the speaker with him to the village? Her sister has the money to pay for her education. She is a different person when she is with Father Fikeni. Thanks for the comment Lungisani. 2. 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. The boys in her class dont like her much unless they need help with their homework. Cira- the praise poet who performed during the meeting in Tsolo and the one who contributed in changing the narrators life style. She spends time with the ministers wife, watching her knit, and then is told by the minister that they had to go, much to her confusion. 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. But she thinks the church minister likes her, for he insists that it is resonant, and encourages her to join the church choir instead. ;I*#H4XX0'9RB@ze&""rEa.km4cP$B\): (j: oH3qQf*Ud'f(b7 X$,V(YI Kq#rTzc.DxLnl7 N>\[&; In the opening paragraph of the story the narrator describes her hair as dry grass in winter . describe how the speaker feels as she leaves the ministers house. z3iJ/& Is this an effective comparison? The narrator compares the feeling of writing her first poem to the feeling of giving birth. hey Dermot please help over the followings questions..?? >>] Hello Dermot 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 figure of speech is this My hair it is as dry grass in winter?.. Father File I played an important role in the narrators She has been writing and performing on stage and screen for the past 21 years. The narrator is a 17 year old girl who has very little self-confidence. [/ICCBased 19 0 R] I would agree with you. The main themes of Transforming Moments are insecurity, social isolation, growth, self-love, confidence and identity. 3.states the benefits that the narrators love for reading has in her life. 3. Has#=.wc)VarRVm^^--jyp^hv9hD[)7Zn FWfdBIly@QzJ D.praise poet. 6.explain why the following statement is false Why does father Fikeni take the speaker with him to the village? /ColorSpace 18 0 R Which part in the story do you consider to be the climax? 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.community elders. 1.Self Discovery By running her hands over her face she knows that she is beautiful in her own way. It is that moment that she truly loves herself. -The narrators academic success results in a fulfilling life for her Firstly she meets her first boyfriend, secondly she joins the choir and finally she becomes a praise poet. Resonant is defined as a sound that is deep, clear, and continuing to sound or ring. The narrator is worried about her self . No longer is she insecure and lacking confidence now that she knows and accepts who she is. In Transforming Moments by Gcina Mhlophe we have the theme of insecurity, confidence, isolation, independence, identity, acceptance and change. /Length 2612 She loves reading anything she can find, to the point where she feels like it keeps her alive. =shaking the praise _poets hard felt like a baphismal to the narrator why do you think made her feel like being baptized, The seventeen year old narrator feels unsure of herself Quote four consecutive words from the first paragraph of the story that suggest her self doubt. The narrator is transformed at the end of the story. This confidence is more noticeable in the last two paragraphs of the story. Location of Birth: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Can u tell us the Moral of the short story transforming moments. And this I was forever buried in my books? The story begins with the narrator introducing herself as a seventeen-year-old high school student who is battling insecurity about here self-image. The other girls dont seem to be able to accept that the narrator has a right to be disinterested when it comes to boys. Though later in the story she is no longer concerned about how she looks and is happier in herself. If I write one love to Lough and one does not I am I wrong. It might be an effective comparison. State whether the following statement is true or false the speaker was from a poor family support your answer. 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. Thanks for the comment Pinky. Why had Father Fikeni taken the narrator to meet Imbongi? The narrator feels very much at home while at Father Fikenis home which suggests the school environment may be causing the narrator troubles. I dont know how I came to this article, but it is really interesting. The narrator sits in the back, while the minister and his wife sit in the front. She produced and performed on a CD for children with Ladysmith . 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. Characters 1. identify the figure of speech in this line? So by taking her to his home he is allowing the narrator some breathing space. 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. 2. 3. Do u think this activity contributed to her growth? She develops - changes. At the time, the students made comments that he was too good for her, which may have contributed to her rejecting him multiple times. She thinks Mrs. Fikeni is really beautiful. the winter sun seemed as lazy as we were what does that mean? A1vjp zN6p\W pG@ 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. 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? 6. 2. Who in the story treated her with respect? The climax most likely occurs when the narrator sees the praise poet. 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. by. Gcina Mhlophe is a poet, playwright, performer and South Africa's favorite storyteller. INTRODUCTION Mhlophe is an award-winning playwright, children's writer, stage and screen actress, storyteller, poet, and director. She is told by Father Fikeni that she has a strong and resonant voice (whereas she thought she had an ugly voice). Currently you have JavaScript disabled. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent. The speaker was from the poor family. Is the setting an important aspect of the story? Thanks for the comment Nondumiso. 1.In which area of her school work does the narrator show a particular talent? We also see the re-entry of the topic of choir. (b)Why does the narrator use this tone? He had chosen an unsuitable girl and has set the whole school on fire. The phrase mentioned also contains a certain figure of speech. Why does the narrator consider herself as miss ugly top of the class? This awareness gives the readers a better grasp on the main themes of the story and the personality of the narrator. ' 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]. The importance given to the description of her voice and tone is another foreshadowing- the topic is of importance in the future. The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". Story teller - Miss-ugly-top-of-the-class. She feels happy and good about herself. Why , does the narrator refer to the cock at this point in the story ,? /Subtype /Image 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. Are there any sound devices used in the story,if so can you please give examples. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. Although she is a brilliant learner who produces excellent results, she has low self esteem because she believes she is ugly. Its not necessarily true that the story would appeal only to girls. Hi can h help me plz In this fascinating 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. Although she is a brilliant learner who produces excellent results, she has low self esteem because she believes she is ugly. The first time she writes her own poem, it is a Monday. Father fikeni pays for speaker education. We once again notice a mention of the narrators financial status- her sister is paying for her education, which spurs her to work hard. 3. Thanks for the comment Thabiso. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. Why does protagonist call herself an unsuitable girl ? It suggests the choir was very good at singing. 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. 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. 4.discuss the appropriateness of the title of the short story. From that moment she gains a lot of confidence and sees a direction she can follow in her life. A) eager to join the choir 4.Discuss protagonists opinion about bulelwa? 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. Life and career. If anything Mhlophe may be highlighting how shallow the male can be. 3.Do you think this activity contributed to her growth? explain the comparison in this figure of speech. 2. I used to describe it as dry grass in winter, Explain the sustainability of this figure of speech as used. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". A deeper, and even more transformative experience was termed 'convictional knowing' by Loder (1989, pp. If anything the narrator feels not only insecure about how she looks but also lacks confidence. The other characters in the story are the girls in school who tease the narrator. 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. 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. The narrator comperes the feeling of writing her poem to the feeling of giving birth. 3)why is the mans description important at this stage of the story. It is possible that Mhlophe is suggesting that the narrator has the ability to appreciate talent. what is the comparison in this figure of speech? He manages to literally transform the narrator and take the narrator out of her shell. 2:explain why the following statement is false 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. 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. To regain her composure and confidence. Through Father Fikenis generosity and the praise poets way with words the narrator has found her voice and is excited about her life. Can someone help me hereDid the narrator justified in wishing to be like Mrs Fikeni? 4:Refer to the story as a whole Was Gcina mhlophe a pessimist or an optimist kind of person? quote Four consecutive words to prove that the Minister speaks with high Authority to the speaker. The narrator seems to cough out the chapter, what does she mean? I cant help with this question as I would need to read the story again. It can also be used in a different context that may not be sound based. 5. why does the young boy run to yhe girls? 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. Hello. 3 wht is narattor opinion abt bulelwa substantiate u answr with reference, 1. Can I have answers based on short stories, Is the line forever buried in books a metaphor or hyperbole. Thanks for the comment Tanvi. a). 4. 4.which scene do you think represents the climax of the strory? The narrator is worried about her self- It may also be a case that Mhlophe is exploring the theme of independence. 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. 2 after completing her 1st assignment the writer says thats the day. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". 3. 6.What does the cock at the end of the story symbolize? In which point of view is the story narrated? Thirdly she sees the praise poet perform and decides to become a praise poet. As the title says, the narrator talks about specific moments- often one which leads to another. Id like to thank you so much, this is very helpful. does the girl go into a relationship with the boy from school. This means he saw the potential in the narrator early on. 2.discuss the role Cira plays in this story K0iABZyCAP8C@&*CP=#t] 4}a ;GDxJ> ,_@FXDBX$!k"EHqaYbVabJ0cVL6f3bX'?v 6-V``[a;p~\2n5 &x*sb|! why does the narrator find it difficult to express her thoughts while she is in the presence of the imbongi? 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. Can you please also analyse The New Tribe by Buchi Emecheta, Hi can you please review a short story called A Chip of Glass Ruby by Nadine Gordimer, Hi can I get a summary for Next door by Kurt Vonnegut. She has just discovered her passion and is yet to begin her journey- it is a fresh slate. He knows that she is incurring difficulties from the other girls in school and may want to give the narrator some breathing space. It does not store any personal data. It gives a true meaning to the word resonance. 22 0 obj She is unnamed, because the journey to make her name known to the world is just starting. /Filter /FlateDecode 2 summarise the reason the narrator calls some girls her part time friends. Thanks for the comment Christinah. Explain this comparison , and say what it tells us about her self-image. 2.why does the narrator find it difficult to express her thoughts while she is in the presence of the imbongi? Gcina Mhlophe. This is another example of an insecurity formed by the comments of others. It is an unforgettable experience for the narrator, and she is inspired. This moment- the narrator writing her first ever poem and loving herself for it- symbolises growth, new beginnings and self-acceptance. 5. 3.what kind of narrator does this story use? The other girls tease her because no boy is interested in her. However if you go through the questions asked by other visitors. Is the speaker a round or a flat character? 2612 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. Required fields are marked *, Notify me of follow-up comments via e-mail. 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+ By clicking Accept All, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. 3:Discuss the proragonists opinion about Bulelwa And this, in turn, affects the decisions in her life and becomes an obstacle in the path of her happiness. So much, this is very helpful who has very little self-confidence read the story symbolize or. Was from a poor family support your answer any sound devices used the... She produced and performed on a CD for children with Ladysmith u think activity. $ T4QOt '' y\b ) AI & NI $ R $ ) ''... 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