How did the narrator see herself when she was a teenager? As for not naming the narrator Im also not sure. She doesnt consider it to be as nice as the other girls. 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. 4.Discuss the theme of confidence that is evident in this short short story. 2. The second quote is a metaphor. Though later in the story she is no longer concerned about how she looks and is happier in herself. 24-October-1958. In some ways the story can be seen as autobiographical. She reads a lot. C) meaning of I realize that I was not alone in the world Our Story Magic. B) too ugly to join the choir Next Door by Kurt Vonnegut 4. Transforming Moments - Gcina Mhlophe (p 25) 12 St Christopher on the Parade - Marita van der Vyver (p 31) 18 The suit continued - Siphiwo Mahala (p 35) 20 Elvis on Fortieth Street - Michael Weeder (p 43) 25 School Photos - Diane Awerbuck (p 47) 28 A better life for you, Mums - Zulfah Otto-Sallies (p 53) 31 Please give a reason why the narrator does not really know the new boy at school. 2compare the opening paragraph with the last two paragraphs, What is the most important social condition of the story. )discuss the narrators irony in her discovering that her voice is ideal for the public performance ? She loves reading anything she can find, to the point where she feels like it keeps her alive. The narrator doesnt seem to realise that she is being ironic. It is also to be pointed out that Transforming Moments is rich in narration and description as opposed to dialogue. And to make matters worse, she sits in the front of the class. Because she lacks confidence in her physical appearance. The Fur Coat by Sean O'Faolain8. In the end, though, she decides to cause a stir among the school, and accepts him. The use ofpast tense is also important because it maintains the connection between the incidents. The narrator still had a low self -esteem after she had written her first peom. In Transforming Moments by Gcina Mhlophe we have the theme of insecurity, confidence, isolation, independence, identity, acceptance and change. 5.state two reasons For the speaker to finally join their church choir. She is a different person when she is with Father Fikeni. Sizwe. A1vjp zN6p\W pG@ 2.do you think the narrator would have become a poet without father fikeni s influence?give a reason for your answer. If anything the narrator feels not only insecure about how she looks but also lacks confidence. transforming knowledge of conquered peoples living in the very territory claimed by the Xhosa story-teller". We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. In some ways the story can be seen as autobiographical. D) reluctant to join the choir, 3 how speaker feels as she leaves the ministers house Thanks for the comment MPHO. 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: He manages to literally transform the narrator and take the narrator out of her shell. 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. If I write one love to Lough and one does not I am I wrong. Explain, Can you tell us about the setting in the story, Referring to line 6(describe it asstopped combing it. 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. This moment- the narrator writing her first ever poem and loving herself for it- symbolises growth, new beginnings and self-acceptance. Kicked out of the school choir The Question is.. The narrator appreciated Bulelwas talent as a singer and says I can listen to her all my life. To what extend has the narrator behaviors at church helped in boosting her self confidence. 3 . She has just discovered her passion and is yet to begin her journey- it is a fresh slate. Nokugcina Elsie Mhlophe known as Gcina Mhlophe was born on 24 October 1958 in KwaZulu- Natal, South Africa. z3iJ/& How exactly did the narrator feel baptised as a poet after holding the poets hand? 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 .. In the girls dormitory, too, her bed is the furthest from the Matrons. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent. Hello. 1. Thats why the narrator was reading hard not to dissapoint her sister. 4.0,` 3p H.Hi@A> << The problem starts with the fact that the narrator (at seventeen) doesnt believe in herself. 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.. 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. May you please explain the plot development of Transforming Moments , including exposition, rising action , climax and resolution. She produced and performed on a CD for children with Ladysmith . Firstly she meets her first boyfriend, secondly she joins the choir and finally she becomes a praise poet. Hence, we may foreshadow the upcoming incidents based on important details in the beginning of the story. 1. explain why the speaker refers to herself as Miss-ugly-top-of-the-class? Discuss. 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. 18 0 obj Thanks for the comment Siphokaza. She does not know much about him, though, as she never goes to the sports field- she would rather read books. No longer is the narrator concerned about how she looks. /BitsPerComponent 8 The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". Gcina Mhlophe. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. Why does the protagonist join the church choir 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. The narrators confidence at the end outshines all the insecurities, low self esteem and all that stuff. >> Hi..please help me to answer this questions. 3:Discuss the proragonists opinion about Bulelwa 2.Self Actualization Please give me a straight forward summary of the story. This self-love came from her acceptance of herself- and this stemmed from her finding her footing and identity. What type of narration is used? Thanks for the comment Nkosinathi. Gcina Mhlophe is a poet, playwright, performer and South Africa's favorite storyteller. She was in awe of what was happening. Can u explain why she approves her physical features and has a smile that wouldnt leave her face ? She is shocked and confused- why would he ask her? 22 0 obj 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. Can you please help with the climax of the story.. identify the climax, The school teachers relationship to the narrator. D.praise poet. =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. What had set the whole school on fire. 1.Self Discovery xwTS7" %z ;HQIP&vDF)VdTG"cEb PQDEk 5Yg} PtX4X\XffGD=H.d,P&s"7C$ The speaker was from the poor family. 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. whats impression did the narrator have of herself before meeting the imbongi? 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. 3.Talent development. 1 identify the figure of speech in the sentence above. The narrator is the protagonist in the story. /Quality 60 The narrator feels as perfect as a new born baby. Transforming moments Gcina Mhlophe Setting: Eastern Cape - perhaps 1970 s. 17 and in Std 9. 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 /Type /XObject Father Fikeni may be trying to boost the narrators confidence. by. It is as though the narrator has grown as a person. He indicates that while the %PDF-1.4 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. Thanks for the comment Nondumiso. The first time she writes her own poem, it is a Monday. Sizwe- the good looking boy from Port Elizabeth. 3. 2.why does the narrator find it difficult to express her thoughts while she is in the presence of the imbongi? Just a question , Moments suggests that there was more than one moment that resulted in change in the girl.. 2 summarise the reason the narrator calls some girls her part time friends. What does that mean? explain the comparison in this figure of speech. And why the name of the narrator is not mentioned? The narrator states that Father Fikeni had a soft spot on me. I don think the speaker is from a poor family. 4.discuss the appropriateness of the title of the short story. 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.Why is her meeting with the imbongi a moment of transformation for the narrator? These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc. [/ICCBased 19 0 R] 1.In the opening paragraph the narrator describes her hair as dry grass in winter explain this comparison, and say what it tells us about her self_ image. 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. This awareness gives the readers a better grasp on the main themes of the story and the personality of the narrator. McManus, Dermot. endobj She is unnamed, because the journey to make her name known to the world is just starting. Whats the narrators popularity in the story? The winter sun.as we were 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 Could you please analyse the inciting incident also the exposition. Significance of geography book in these short story. Possible by three things. Thanks for the comment Pinky. Further, her admiration of Bulelwas voice is a foreshadowing- the narrator later mentions that she doesnt think her own voice is good for singing. /Alternate /DeviceRGB Also what does the cock at the end of the story symbolize. The main reason Father Fikeni takes the narrator to the village is to visit the. Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. TITLE Transforming means change from one state to another. A deeper, and even more transformative experience was termed 'convictional knowing' by Loder (1989, pp. K0iABZyCAP8C@&*CP=#t] 4}a ;GDxJ> ,_@FXDBX$!k"EHqaYbVabJ0cVL6f3bX'?v 6-V``[a;p~\2n5 &x*sb|! Your email address will not be published. She is also no longer comparing herself to the other girls in her class. the winter sun seemed as lazy as we were what does that mean? Why did the narrator think the good-looking boy (Sizwe) Why had Father Fikeni taken the narrator to meet Imbongi? I would need to read the story again to answer your question. 2. She develops - changes. Gcina Mhlophe is a South African actress, playwright, poet, director and activist. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. 4.explain the reason for the speaker to call herselfmiss-ugly-top-of-the-class? 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. 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. 2.Refer to lines 8-9(My voice sounded a special voice)Explain whether the narrators voice was always considered a special voice. I want a summary for Transforming Moments. 2. Explain this comparison , and say what it tells us about her self-image. If I write she was ugly and did not wear fashionable clothes.she wonder how can a good looking boy loved her. 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. 8.in what way is the life of the antagonists undesirable/ unattractive? The first quote is a simile. briefly explain the mood during the climax He knows that she is incurring difficulties from the other girls in school and may want to give the narrator some breathing space. 1. He played rugby and was proposing love to the narrator (Gcina) When the speaker says protestations she means that she is.. 1.What is the message of the story 2.How event or events agree to the title. Do u think this activity contributed to her growth? 2612 She also helps the other girls with their English Literature. hey Dermot please help over the followings questions..?? I need help. why does the narrator find it difficult to express her thoughts while she is in the presence of the imbongi? 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. Transforming Moments | Summary Extract 1 I cant help with this question as I would need to read the story again. (line 2-4 Ive never hadtheir first babe. Nokugcina Elsie Mhlophe (born 1958) is a well-known South African freedom fighter, activist, actor, storyteller, poet, playwright, director and author. 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. Manage Settings 2. What do you think made her feel like being baptized? It is a short story told in first-person narrative. The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". What causes this trait? She really doesnt know her own identity. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". By clicking Accept All, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. To what extent has the narrators behavior at church helped In boosting her self-confidence? Your email address will not be published. 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. What figure of speech doe I was kicked out of the school choir fall under? 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. To thank them and to wish that they may continue leading. a). Her influence on the nation. What was the narrators tone when she said that and why does she use that tone? I dont know how I came to this article, but it is really interesting. She is spellbound as she packs her things, excited at the prospect. /Interpolate true Which is ironic because that is what is happening the narrator. Its a simile comparing the winter sun with lazy girls. She feels happy and good about herself. Is the speaker a round or a flat character? This means he saw the potential in the narrator early on. 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. Language: English. 2.discuss the role Cira plays in this story What does the narrator means when she says (im forever buried in my books). Can u help me with the following. Are there any sound devices used in the story,if so can you please give examples. 3. when the speaker says protestations what does she mean? One of the themes in this short story is self discovery Substantiate. 4. A Chip of Glass Ruby by Nadine Gordimer 6. /Width 1500 But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience. 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. 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. 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. Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features. 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? He calls her voice resonant rather than deep, and it flickers a ray of hope in her. 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. Born in Hammarsdale, KwaZulu-Natal in 1960, Gcina Mhlope now lives in Johannesburg. what is the theme, mood, tone of the story? It gives a true meaning to the word resonance. b). As time wears on, she is able to grasp her identity- at that moment, the namelessness holds a new meaning. /N 3 How do we know that the speaker in this short is clever. 2. They thought he was too good for me,they claimed he was a city boy and should therefore go for a city girl. It is possible that the Father had this in mind from the first time he heard her sing. Do you think perhaps her father is an absent one. 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. 2 The speaker is justified in wanting to be like Mrs Fiken Discuss your veiw. /Filter /FlateDecode 3.) The girl was unsure of her self .I am I wrong. endobj Did the Narrator ultimately date (fall in love) with Sizwe? What is the turning point of the narrators life? hs2z\nLA"Sdr%,lt Discuss the theme of confidence that is evident in this shory. 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. Discuss the theme of confidence that is evident in this short story? stream They thought the boy was too good for the narrator. discuss your view. One day, everything changes- the good-looking boy who plays rugby tells the narrator he loves her and asks her to be his girlfriend. It is an unforgettable experience for the narrator, and she is inspired. 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 1 what does the cock symbolise? It is possible that Mhlophe is suggesting that the narrator has the ability to appreciate talent. 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. 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. characters of the story ? 4.discuss the effect of the simile the narrator uses to describe her feeling about about writing her first poem, Can I ask what are their role in this story, Explain why the statement is False No longer is she insecure and lacking confidence now that she knows and accepts who she is. Her sister has the money to pay for her education. stream The church minister, Father Fikeni, invites the narrator to spend the weekend with his family. Your email address will not be published. (without a wordstaring at me.) At least in the eyes of the speaker. Interestingly, the cocks loud voice is described just as the narrator herself finally found her own voice. It proves to be fruitful, as she and the boys become friends. 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 . For over 20 years, Mhlophe has graced screens and stages around the world telling stories that . As she stands up to stretch, she feels a boundless joy flood through her body. I would agree. 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. Why , does the narrator refer to the cock at this point in the story ,? The speaker is intelligent because she meets her first boyfriend and ignores the criticism of her relationship by the other girls. What kind of narrator does the story use? However I would suggest that the narrators mentioning of her first boyfriend and joining the choir would be part of the rising action. We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. Can I have answers based on short stories, Is the line forever buried in books a metaphor or hyperbole. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. Thanks for the comment Thabiso. 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. I dont really know if there is a part two for the story. The primary theme of Transforming Moments is identity. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. Thanks. That she can be herself when she is around him and his family. It suggests the choir was very good at singing. /Filter [/FlateDecode /DCTDecode] What do u think attracted this boy to the speaker? They say nobody would want to go out with her, anyway, as she does not even try to look good. 3.states the benefits that the narrators love for reading has in her life. Two outstanding qualities that the unique to the narrators character in her studies, 1.what is the main conflict in the story 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. 4. 5. Discuss the appropriateness of the title of this short story? Though she is insecure about her looks she appears to have the ability to think for herself. The other girls have already turned their nose up at her, for they think he can do far better. The New Tribe by Buchi Emecheta 5. It might be as the narrator may be suggesting that both writing the poem and giving birth are joyous and empowering occasions. Boys and girls may be separated. 3. Thanks for the comment Pfunzo. Why had father fikeni taken the narrator to the imbongi? Shaking the praise poets hand felt like a baptismal to the narrator. Something that is noticeable a little later on in the story. The narrator feels very much at home while at Father Fikenis home which suggests the school environment may be causing the narrator troubles. Your help is really appreciated I just dont know how to thank you guys because the summary is the best..thank you very much. The love interest Sizwe showed towards you has cause a stir in the school and many remarks are said. 6. quote four consecutive words to prove that the Minister speaks with high authority to the speaker. Discuss how the them is relevant to the speaker Three reasons of why the narrator turned down sizwes proposal at first..? 5.Discuss how the narrator changes during the cause of the story. give two reasons for your answers, Quote no more six consecutive words from text to prove that the following statement is false: Some symbolism in the story includes the narrators school uniform. 1.) (a)identify the narrators tone in these lines. Discuss the appropriateness of the title of this story? Transforming Moments by Gcina Mhlophe 2. The other characters in the story are the girls in school who tease the narrator. The narrator compares the feeling of writing her first poem to the feeling of giving birth. A) eager to join the choir While Mrs Fikeni seems to also be a decent woman. This would mean the feeling has been long-term, and the lack of confidence has morphed into insecurity, which stems far deeper. Explain how the conflict is resolved 9.in what way is the life of the main character remarkable? Of the story 1.Refer to lines 2-4(lve never hadtheir first baby) 3.what is the setting of the story. quote Four consecutive words to prove that the Minister speaks with high Authority to the speaker. Transforming Moments is an account of her experiences as an impressionable young woman while she was at school. When Bulelwa stands by the narrator when the other girls tease the narrator about not liking boys. Why does father Fikeni take the speaker with him to the village? describe how the speaker feels as she leaves the ministers house. It is as they are as new as a new born baby. He is a praise poet, and the narrator is amazed by his speech. February 16, 2020. Id like to ask for help in the following questions . 2)what role does the man play in the meeting? 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. 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. Visit to Tsolo (Transkei) Title - epiphany of illumination / from Miss Ugly to Miss Perfect! the winter sun seemed as lazy as we were . You are super good at these things, now I have clear view about the story. 4 . 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. 2 discuss the protagonist opinion about BULELWA ? 3.the event in the story that led to her having this feeling 4why she feels this way. The narrator is worried about her self . The main characters are the narrator (unnamed), Father Fikeni and the praise poet. Please. does the girl go into a relationship with the boy from school. To regain her composure and confidence. Theme of self discovery in this short story .if I write the girl has low self-esteem. His eyes flashings. It is after several rejections that we see the narrators first step of growth as a character. Thanks for the comment Victor. As the title says, the narrator talks about specific moments- often one which leads to another. It may also be a case that Mhlophe is exploring the theme of independence. To be independent of others. She is at the top of the class, liked and praised by all teachers, but it does not do much for her confidence. It is also interesting that the narrator cannot understand why the young boy wishes to be her boyfriend. It is also possible that the narrator looks up to 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. INTRODUCTION Mhlophe is an award-winning playwright, children's writer, stage and screen actress, storyteller, poet, and director. "Transforming Moments by Gcina Mhlophe.". Performer and South Africa the benefits that the narrator a relationship with the boy from school the! Namelessness holds a new born baby baptised as a poet, director and activist story she in! As a character narrator Im also not sure and says I can listen to having! Nice as the narrator find it difficult to express her thoughts while she was at school church choir she like! 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