/Filter [/FlateDecode /DCTDecode] 3.climax of the story. Was Gcina mhlophe a pessimist or an optimist kind of person? How Gcina felt after self Discovery or after she witnessed the praise poet? Story teller - Miss-ugly-top-of-the-class. Thanks for the comment MPHO. But she thinks the church minister likes her, for he insists that it is resonant, and encourages her to join the church choir instead. The speaker was from the poor family. 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. 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. 4:Refer to the story as a whole Gcina Mhlophe has written many children's books as well as adult audience . 2. Who in the story treated her with respect? 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. 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. >> Did the Narrator ultimately date (fall in love) with Sizwe? You will find some that refer to the use of figures of speech. Gcina Mhlophe is a poet, playwright, performer and storyteller. Is this an effective comparison? 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. 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. Mhlophe focuses on the narrators inner thoughts and feelings about the past events, and the narration of the event itself. 1.Refer to lines 2-4(lve never hadtheir first baby) characters of the story ? a). Why ? 227 likes. A useful analysis of the short story: Transforming Moments by Gcina Mhlope - includes themes, setting characterisation and plot. I dont really know if there is a part two for the story. Because she lacks confidence in her physical appearance. ' 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]. 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. Has#=.wc)VarRVm^^--jyp^hv9hD[)7Zn FWfdBIly@QzJ The winter sun.as we were Both Father Fikeni and Mrs Fikeni are also kind to the speaker. One of the themes in this short story is self discovery How is isolation a theme in this short story? Explain what this means? 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. So by taking her to his home he is allowing the narrator some breathing space. You are super good at these things, now I have clear view about the story. Brand new Book. 2612 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 story begins with the narrator introducing herself as a seventeen-year-old high school student who is battling insecurity about here self-image. The narrator is a 17 year old girl who has very little self-confidence. The narrator also mentions that their school is one of the biggest, and had a very good choir. sonnet 18, spring, to learn how to speak.. 1 Relate on one experience that transforms the narrators life [/ICCBased 19 0 R] Both Father Fikeni and the praise poet act as agents of change for the narrator. Mention three points, The narrator compares the feeling of writing her first poem to the feeling of giving birth. I would need to read the story again to answer your question. can you please compare the first paragraph with the last two paragraphs to show how much the narrator has changed, Give the state of the story in Chronological occurrence, Why girls at school approve of the rugby boys interest in the speaker. What are character traits and personal traits in the story ? Also what does the cock at the end of the story symbolize. 1.What was the unusual about the narrator s decision to become a praise poet? Something that is noticeable a little later on in the story. 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. Which part in the story do you consider to be the climax? Village People by Bessie Head 7. endobj It is interesting that the narrator remains unnamed throughout the story, despite the names of several other characters- even random ones- being mentioned. What figure of speech doe I was kicked out of the school choir fall under? 22 0 obj Why does father Fikeni take the speaker with him to the village? She reads a lot. | Summary and Analysis, Transients in Arcadia | Summary and Analysis, Reflections of Spring | Summary and Analysis, Vultures by Chinua Achebe | Summary and Analysis. Gcina Mhlophe is one of the few famous women storytellers in an area dominated by males, an aspect she mentions in Transforming Moments. 3.states the benefits that the narrators love for reading has in her life. Discuss the theme of confidence that is evident in this shory. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. And to make matters worse, she sits in the front of the class. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads. The narrator is worried about her self- They thought the boy was too good for the narrator. Who is most influential in bringing about this change in the narrator, Why does the narrator describe her hair as the dry grass in winter. The narrator still had a low self -esteem after she had written her first peom. 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. 2.Self Actualization endobj This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. .The narrator has returned from the vollage with father fikeni. What causes this trait? 2:explain why the following statement is false What does that expression mean? (without a wordstaring at me.) 3. when the speaker says protestations what does she mean? Did the narrator have people she trusted who supported her? explain the comparison in this figure of speech. It can also be used in a different context that may not be sound based. The cock crowing in agreement suggests symbolically that the narrator is on the right path. The ease and naturalness with which she thinks about it highlights how well it matches her skill and personality. Please. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. 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.. Nokugcina Elsie Mhlophe known as Gcina Mhlophe was born on 24 October 1958 in KwaZulu- Natal, South Africa. To what extend has the narrator behaviors at church helped in boosting her self confidence. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. Though later in the story she is no longer concerned about how she looks and is happier in herself. It proves to be fruitful, as she and the boys become friends. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. give two reasons for your answers, Quote no more six consecutive words from text to prove that the following statement is false: I don think the speaker is from a poor family. Many girls looked the way when I walked past or towards them and many unkind remarks were whispered behind my back. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. She has been writing and performing on stage and screen for the past 21 years. He played rugby and was proposing love to the narrator (Gcina) This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. /Length 5294 It gives a true meaning to the word resonance. 4.refer to the paragraphIt was a Monday afternoon Quote six consecutive words from the text to prove that the following is false. She is unnamed, because the journey to make her name known to the world is just starting. You are very good and your reviews are excellent.. E.g. 1what did the narrator do instead of going to the sports field? 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. 2. Visit to Tsolo (Transkei) Title - epiphany of illumination / from Miss Ugly to Miss Perfect! 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. A. Gcina Mhlophe B. Bulelwa Mhlophe C. Cira Mhlophe D. Nosisa Mhlophe A The narrator's best friend is. The narrator is transformed at the end of the story. _$#l+diF)Db^8SpZ5+]$TLYra[= W*o{0$wW$f4twFWJl}EY8"l~U*.2o%zziBo Transforming moments only appeals to girls. quote Four consecutive words to prove that the Minister speaks with high Authority to the speaker. A deeper, and even more transformative experience was termed 'convictional knowing' by Loder (1989, pp. 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. =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. 1.) I was forever buried in my books what does that mean?? 2 Explain why the figure of speech is appropriate. I need help guys what do the words that simply collected trophies imply about school choir.? 3.What do the words.That simply collected trophies imply above the school choir? identify the figure of speech in this line. vl R l9bqf(FK.Nrt BD.B'Zj*vhu/rL;X5Tw7G>sA=sXX$o58rcV9P:q+Ytga^?Ft"]AO"U_.tr;FsF#-^rhsgEywOBMx{*Io idxvQPpNjKcU80c*AN*kK>_8eK./6@ )5.E4$jDJvza}.GGES5SGW>K)-O'T8RL4HM$|gDIdEo$a;=7snY&(Hb}. 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 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? 3.Read the sentence..I left. hA;MJP;C~f(=Fa6W_WzxzP/R&Jur5^ She produced and performed on a CD for children with Ladysmith . 1 wht words tht simple collect trophies imply abt school choir 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. Cira- the praise poet who performed during the meeting in Tsolo and the one who contributed in changing the narrators life style. Num-01-Introduction to Numerical analysis -( Edited)-English. If anything Mhlophe may be highlighting how shallow the male can be. 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. Some symbolism in the story includes the narrators school uniform. This awareness gives the readers a better grasp on the main themes of the story and the personality of the narrator. /Quality 60 148-150 & fn35 ) on the way the Gcina Mhlophe 1960- (Full name Nokugcina Mhlophe) South African playwright, poet, short story writer, and children's writer. Her low self-esteem about her appearance goes beyond what others think of her- she believes it herself. Transforming Moments is an account of her experiences as an impressionable young woman while she was at school. hs2z\nLA"Sdr%,lt The main themes of Transforming Moments are insecurity, social isolation, growth, self-love, confidence and identity. 3.what expression did the narrator have of herself meeting the imbongi? May you please explain the plot development of Transforming Moments , including exposition, rising action , climax and resolution. Some critics might also suggest that the hidden independence which the narrator displayed earlier in the story is actually coming to the forefront as the story ends. What does that mean? Book Facebook Email or phone Password Forgot account? 3.the event in the story that led to her having this feeling And this I was forever buried in my books? Discuss this theme, Four things the narrator did not like about herself at this stage, What does the narrator mean by I felt baptized, Mention any two outstanding qualities that are unique to the narrators character in her studies, How the author origins shaped her destiny, One of the themes in the short story is self discovery , can u discuss how is the theme relevant to the story, 1.who called him Cira stream TRANSFORMING MOMENTS - GCINA MHLOPE: STORY READING - YouTube 0:00 / 14:55 TRANSFORMING MOMENTS - GCINA MHLOPE: STORY READING Mrs OMG - Extraordinary English 1.62K subscribers. Thanks for the comment Pinky. /Interpolate true 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. She carries on with her life, studying well, especially to please her sister who is paying for her education. /Height 1125 The narrator is the protagonist in the story. Explain the relevance of the theme of jealousy found in this short story, One of the themes in this story is Self discovery. Explain whether the narrators voice was always considered a special voice . 2.what is the genre of the story We may even wonder if this is borne from the experiences of Mhlophe herself, because of the authenticity and relatability with which the words are written. 2 discuss the protagonist opinion about BULELWA ? 1.In which area of her school work does the narrator show a particular talent? It represents her hope to make a mark for herself in the world as the first woman praise poet. He manages to literally transform the narrator and take the narrator out of her shell. We may also assume that her insecurity about her appearance comes from others comments- it has diminished her ability to think for herself confidently, and her view of herself is swayed by those around her. 3. Transforming Moments by Gcina Mhlophe 2. And why the name of the narrator is not mentioned? .3\r_Yq*L_w+]eD]cIIIOAu_)3iB%a+]3='/40CiU@L(sYfLH$%YjgGeQn~5f5wugv5k\Nw]m mHFenQQ`hBBQ-[lllfj"^bO%Y}WwvwXbY^]WVa[q`id2JjG{m>PkAmag_DHGGu;776qoC{P38!9-?|gK9w~B:Wt>^rUg9];}}_~imp}]/}.{^=}^?z8hc' Her appreciation at being treated like a member of a home rather than a special guest brings us back to the theme of social isolation. Identity the narrators tone in these lines and explain why she use this tone.. Can you give me the names of the following people Explain your answer. 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. 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. The other girls dont seem to be able to accept that the narrator has a right to be disinterested when it comes to boys. 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 .. The narrator due to her insecurity couldnt imagine that a boy, particularly a good-looking boy, would be interested in her. And this, in turn, affects the decisions in her life and becomes an obstacle in the path of her happiness. He takes her to visit his family in Tsolo. She has written many children's books as well as adult audience poetry, short stories and plays. Hello. Anx their personal traits 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. 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. 1. Support by quoting from the story. 1: how did Gcina Mhlophe see herself when she was a teenager? The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. The winter sun seemed as lazy as we were (simile). The Question is.. 1.Why is her meeting with the imbongi a moment of transformation for the narrator? 2.discuss the role Cira plays in this story what is the comparison in this figure of speech? I need help. Boys and girls may be separated. The Last Breath by Sam Kahiga 3. No longer is she insecure and lacking confidence now that she knows and accepts who she is. 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. She reads a lot. As time wears on, she is able to grasp her identity- at that moment, the namelessness holds a new meaning. Do u think this activity contributed to her growth? the speaker is justified in wanting to be like Mrs Fikeni Thirdly she sees the praise poet perform and decides to become a praise poet. The narrator doesnt seem to realise that she is being ironic. 1. 3. Why had father fikeni taken the narrator to the imbongi? In order to post comments, please make sure JavaScript and Cookies are enabled, and reload the page. Significance of geography book in these short story. This moment- the narrator writing her first ever poem and loving herself for it- symbolises growth, new beginnings and self-acceptance. All this was happening in which place, time or social environment? He is a praise poet, and the narrator is amazed by his speech. It is that moment that she truly loves herself. But Mhlophe is also a restorative nostalgic in that, 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. The fact that the narrator thinks her voice is ugly suggests that she suffers from low self-esteem. The first quote is a simile. What is the characteristics of Sizwe .If I write he is kind he became a good friend to the girl and did not tease about like others do and he wanted the girl to become her girlfriend. 3.what kind of narrator does this story use? We see this once again when a boy from Port Elizabeth proposed his love to her. In the girls dormitory, too, her bed is the furthest from the Matrons. Support your answer. Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. 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. He may have also noticed her timid nature and wanted to continue helping her build confidence and gain inspiration. The use ofpast tense is also important because it maintains the connection between the incidents. In which point of view is the story narrated? 3.Consider the story as a whole.How does the narrators relationship with Bulelwa differ from her relationship with other classmates? -The narrators academic success results in a fulfilling life for her I would be glad if you can assist me. She is absolutely inspired- this is where themes of identity and growth come into play. 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. 2 Explain how sizwe helped in boosting the narrators self esteem, 1 why the statement is false Just as a pregnancy can have its difficulties and then the sense of relief when the child is born. What does the cock at the end of the story symbolize? Gcina Mhlope was born in 1958 in KwaZulu-Natal to a Xhosa mother and a Zulu father. /DecodeParms [null << She feels happy and good about herself. 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. Why does the narrator consider herself as miss ugly top of the class? In some ways the story can be seen as autobiographical. The church minister, Father Fikeni, invites the narrator to spend the weekend with his family. Your help is really appreciated I just dont know how to thank you guys because the summary is the best..thank you very much. endstream Discuss. Do you think the narrator would have become a praise poet without Father Fikenis influence? Which is ironic because that is what is happening the narrator. 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. Justify the statement describe how the speaker feels as she leaves the ministers house. Gcina Mhlophe. 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 . To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. 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. Hello Dermot B.initiate someone into a new experience or situation D.praise poet. Again it seems to be that the narrator is able to think for herself. Thanks for the comment Lovedonia. << Written in a variety of styles and voices, ranging from anecdotal memory to historical moment to . 4.Did the narrator have people she trusted who supported her? Transforming Moments | Summary Two outstanding qualities that the unique to the narrators character in her studies, 1.what is the main conflict in the story Thanks for the comment ODA. 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? If I write one love to Lough and one does not I am I wrong. 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. z3iJ/& Discuss the appropriateness of the title of this story? 18 0 obj Why does the protagonist join the church choir Kicked out of the school choir Can u explain why she approves her physical features and has a smile that wouldnt leave her face ? Discuss why Transforming moments, can be seen as an autobiography. Born in Hammarsdale, KwaZulu-Natal in 1960, Gcina Mhlope now lives in Johannesburg. Substantiate your opinion with reference to the text, Can you please give me the climax of the story ( transforming moments ). Interestingly, the cocks loud voice is described just as the narrator herself finally found her own voice. The transforming moment is a process that is foundational to Loder 's under- standing of insight, creativity, and problem solving both within science and out- side of science. 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. Her hope to make matters worse, she writes her own voice climax of the do. Zulu father and had a low self -esteem after she witnessed the praise poet without father Fikenis?. And lacking confidence now that she knows and accepts who she is no longer concerned how. 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