[/ICCBased 19 0 R] Causing such a stir He manages to literally transform the narrator and take the narrator out of her shell. Hence, we may foreshadow the upcoming incidents based on important details in the beginning of the story. The narrator seems to cough out the chapter, what does she mean? 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. Explain what this means? Why had father fikeni taken the narrator to the imbongi? Nokugcina Elsie Mhlophe (born 1958) is a well-known South African freedom fighter, activist, actor, storyteller, poet, playwright, director and author. The narrator does remember a good-looking boy who plays rugby and still does not have a girlfriend. 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. She develops - changes. D)what does the extract reveal about the narrators character B.initiate someone into a new experience or situation She is also no longer comparing herself to the other girls in her class. 1 Her school friend with a beautiful singing voice He takes her to visit his family in Tsolo. In order to post comments, please make sure JavaScript and Cookies are enabled, and reload the page. % She feels happy and good about herself. Explain, Can you tell us about the setting in the story, Referring to line 6(describe it asstopped combing it. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. She ends by saying that Father Fikeni will definitely be happy for her, highlighting the bond between them. Transforming moments Gcina Mhlophe. She has written many children's books as well as adult audience poetry, short stories and plays. The narrator is not treated as a special guest, but like a member of the family. Further, her admiration of Bulelwas voice is a foreshadowing- the narrator later mentions that she doesnt think her own voice is good for singing. Who is the main character? When the narrator talks about her school, she specifies their prowess in choir. 3. Transforming Moments by Gcina Mhlophe 2. Bulelwa- very good at singing and used to study with the narrator. /Alternate /DeviceRGB The love interest Sizwe showed towards you has cause a stir in the school and many remarks are said. 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? 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. The main themes of Transforming Moments are insecurity, social isolation, growth, self-love, confidence and identity. Though she is insecure about her looks she appears to have the ability to think for herself. Discuss Father Fikeni and Mrs Fikenis characters? During which time i was frozen and dumb from disbelief and God knows what else She carries on with her life, studying well, especially to please her sister who is paying for her education. The most important moment of this story is when the narrator sees a praise poet for the first time. 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. Justify the statement 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. Thirdly she sees the praise poet perform and decides to become a praise poet. The narrator is worried about her self- 3.What do the words.That simply collected trophies imply above the school choir? 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. Your email address will not be published. It may also be a case that Mhlophe is exploring the theme of independence. endobj 4.Discuss protagonists opinion about bulelwa? Mhlophe focuses on the narrators inner thoughts and feelings about the past events, and the narration of the event itself. 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. =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 is the purpose of singing the praise songs for the most high in the particular land ???? 1. To regain her composure and confidence. Explain how the conflict is resolved Paperback. Why does protagonist call herself an unsuitable girl ? How does reading books even the books that arent prescribed by the school that the nareator reads contributes to the narrators change? What caused the exciting feeling when the narrator wrote her first poem. Refer to the following: How is isolation a theme in this short story? Check your inbox or spam folder to confirm your subscription. endobj Explain your answer. 7 .Does the main character make correct decisions?explain 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. The narrator says this is the first time I loved myself marking an enormous leap in her character development and confidence. 3.what is the setting of the story. 1.Why is her meeting with the imbongi a moment of transformation for the narrator? Can u please analyse the title of this story? 2.do you think the narrator would have become a poet without father fikeni s influence?give a reason for your answer. It is also interesting that the narrator cannot understand why the young boy wishes to be her boyfriend. 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. Thanks for the comment Ndodzo. b). If you write the narrator discover that the drought was increasing or getting worse are you wrong . Did the Narrator ultimately date (fall in love) with Sizwe? .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' We are introduced to themes of acceptance, as well- she feels accepted by them, something she is not used to back in school. 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. ), Explain the comparison in this figure of speech. It might be as the narrator may be suggesting that both writing the poem and giving birth are joyous and empowering occasions. It is an unforgettable experience for the narrator, and she is inspired. 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. One of the narrators talent is singing and she becomes a valued member of school choir, 2 choose one word to complete To what extend has the narrator behaviors at church helped in boosting her self confidence. identify the figure of speech in this line. 2.Refer to lines 8-9(My voice sounded a special voice)Explain whether the narrators voice was always considered a special voice. briefly explain the mood during the climax The theme of self-love has been prevalent throughout the story, beginning with the complete lack thereof. 2 Explain why the figure of speech is appropriate. 2612 In some ways the story can be seen as autobiographical. a)The narrator is very happy with her life because she is academically successful 2. does the girl go into a relationship with the boy from school. 1) explain briefly why the narrator attends this specific meeting? Condition: New. The first quote is a simile. The other characters in the story are the girls in school who tease the narrator. /ColorSpace 18 0 R Discuss why transforming moments can be seen as an autobiography? For the narrator he is the impetus for change in her life. 4.Discuss the theme of confidence that is evident in this short short story. Gcina Mhlophe 1960- (Full name Nokugcina Mhlophe) South African playwright, poet, short story writer, and children's writer. 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. Storytelling is a deeply traditional activity in Africa and Mhlophe is one of the few woman storytellers in a country dominated by males. 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 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). 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. 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. She has just discovered her passion and is yet to begin her journey- it is a fresh slate. 3 . B) too ugly to join the choir He may have also noticed her timid nature and wanted to continue helping her build confidence and gain inspiration. Mhlophe is preoccupied with the loss, the traumatic rupture between the present and the past. The other girls have already turned their nose up at her, for they think he can do far better. transformation. sonnet 18, spring, to learn how to speak.. 1 Relate on one experience that transforms the narrators life I was forever buried in my books what does that mean?? Why ? No longer is she insecure and lacking confidence now that she knows and accepts who she is. He calls her voice resonant rather than deep, and it flickers a ray of hope in her. It is as though the narrator has grown as a person. 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. Story teller - Miss-ugly-top-of-the-class. 4. Narrated in the first person it becomes clear to the reader from the beginning of the story that Mhlophe may be exploring the theme of insecurity and confidence. I only came across one other figure of speech. Why does Fikeni take the speaker with him to the village? mention two points 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. 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. 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. This would mean the feeling has been long-term, and the lack of confidence has morphed into insecurity, which stems far deeper. State whether the following statement is true or false the speaker was from a poor family support your answer. 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+ 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. 2)what role does the man play in the meeting? 3. Can the winter sun seemed as lazy as we were be a personification as well, because if the word lazy? To thank them and to wish that they may continue leading. Good day, which type of characterization is this story and why? It can also be used in a different context that may not be sound based. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Can you please summarize this story transforming moments in a simple way? Her insecurity, stemming from the judgement of her surroundings, is stopping her from accepting someones genuine proposal. One day, the minister calls for her and tells her he is going to visit his family over the weekend, and she is to come with him. She is hardly able to applaud after its over, because her mind is in a faraway place- she is imagining herself to grow up and become a praise poet, as well. Discuss why Transforming moments, can be seen as an autobiography. 19 0 obj 2 why did narator found difficult to rxpress her though while during the imbongi 9.in what way is the life of the main character remarkable? 2. 2.what is the genre of the story I want a summary for Transforming Moments. This confidence is more noticeable in the last two paragraphs of the story. 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. 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. C) meaning of I realize that I was not alone in the world 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. Although she is a brilliant learner who produces excellent results, she has low self esteem because she believes she is ugly. 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. Which suggests that the narrator has concerns about how she looks. 3 do you think the narrator admires the boy from port Elizabeth, What is the conflict of Transforming Moments, How does the narrator develop from being shy and feeling sorry for herself, 1.using your own words explain why the following statement is false, The girl at the school approves of the rugby boys interested in the speaker, 2. earlier in the story the narrator was popular among some of her classmates.give a reason for her popularity. 1.What does the narrator do instead of going to the sports field? What kind of narrator does the story use? If only to spite the other girls in her class. Why does father Fikeni take the speaker with him to the village? Interestingly, the cocks loud voice is described just as the narrator herself finally found her own voice. Life and career. 3 The church Minister Thanks for the comment ODA. Just to add on the above mentioned characters. Written in a variety of styles and voices, ranging from anecdotal memory to historical moment to . 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. 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. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. Explain the mataphor in paragraph 4(.. And set the whole school on fire). She also helps the other girls with their English Literature. what is the comparison in this figure of speech? He played rugby and was proposing love to the narrator (Gcina) 2 do you think the activity contributed to her growth? The story seems autobiographical and not fiction. Substantiate. 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. 4.discuss the appropriateness of the title of the short story. 4.which scene do you think represents the climax of the strory? Transforming Moments - Gcina Mhlophe (p 25) Gcina Mhlophe has often written about herself and sometimes used her real life experiences to create fiction. Hi Dermot 2.How event or events agree to the title. What does the speaker mean when she says protestation? 1.Self Discovery Transforming moments Gcina Mhlophe Setting: Eastern Cape - perhaps 1970 s. 17 and in Std 9. Explain whether the narrators voice was always considered a special voice . 2.what is the most important social condition of the story 4. What does the cock at the end of the story symbolize? Sizwe. What is the narrative style used by the writer? xwTS7" %z ;HQIP&vDF)VdTG"cEb PQDEk 5Yg} PtX4X\XffGD=H.d,P&s"7C$ The New Tribe by Buchi Emecheta 5. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. Father fikeni pays for speaker education. To be independent of others. Boys and girls may be separated. Im not sure if it is a true story or perhaps it is based on Mhlophes own life. Thanks for the comment Christinah. In the end, though, she decides to cause a stir among the school, and accepts him. What was the English teacher when he saw the narrator with a boyfriend. D.praise poet. The girl was unsure of her self .I am I wrong. Characters 1. 3. It suggests the moment is significant and joyous to the narrator. So why do you think she is able to appreciate others talent but not own? 3. However the poem is about a woman giving birth. What was the narrators tone when she said that and why does she use that tone? The story revolves around her. 6. Both Father Fikeni and the praise poet act as agents of change for the narrator. There is also a sense that some of the boys in the narrators class dislike her due to her appearance and nothing else. Sign Up Privacy Terms About Transforming moments(By Gcina Mhlophe) Book 227 people like this topic The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". 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. 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 2 after completing her 1st assignment the writer says thats the day. 2. state a reason for the speakers decision to finally join the church choir. 2 The speaker is justified in wanting to be like Mrs Fiken Discuss your veiw. Why did the narrator think the good looking boy was crazy? The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". It suggests the choir was very good at singing. /Width 1500 Refresh and try again. Id like to ask for help in the following questions . Can u clarify the irony of the poem for me please? This is a hint that it will play a larger role later in the story. Thanks for the comment MPHO. She thinks that she is a good singer, In which area her skul work dd narattor show particular talents. /Interpolate true the winter sun seemed as lazy as we were what does that mean? Gcina Mhlope has been writing and performing on stage and screen for over 20 years. O*?f`gC/O+FFGGz)~wgbk?J9mdwi?cOO?w| x&mf B) why the narrator runs to her room There is a sense that the narrator feels accepted by Father Fikeni. She really doesnt know her own identity. )discuss the narrators irony in her discovering that her voice is ideal for the public performance ? TRANSFORMING MOMENTS Gcina Mhlope. 148-150 & fn35 ) on the way the ;I*#H4XX0'9RB@ze&""rEa.km4cP$B\): (j: oH3qQf*Ud'f(b7 X$,V(YI Kq#rTzc.DxLnl7 N>\[&; Father Fikeni is aware of the difficulties that the narrator is experiencing in school. 2.who in this story treated her respect? The narrator is transformed at the end of the story. McManus, Dermot. Sizwe- the good looking boy from Port Elizabeth. PLOT Opening : The narrator is academically successful and teachers are impressed with her Rising action : She has a poor self-image, refuses the advances of an attractive boy and experiences jealousy and hostility at the hands of other girls Climax : She is inspired when she sees and imbongi'sbrilliant performance Falling action : She realises she has found her vocation FV>2 u/_$\BCv< 5]s.,4&yUx~xw-bEDCHGKwFGEGME{EEKX,YFZ ={$vrK 2 Explain how sizwe helped in boosting the narrators self esteem, 1 why the statement is false Father Fikeni may be trying to boost the narrators confidence. I would agree. 1.) Discuss the appropriateness of the title of this short story? She is not following anyones lead. Gcina Mhlope was born in 1958 in KwaZulu-Natal to a Xhosa mother and a Zulu father. >>] C.church minister. The first time she writes her own poem, it is a Monday. 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. Her low self-esteem about her appearance goes beyond what others think of her- she believes it herself. Extract 1 To show her that she too might like to become a praise poet. Helping her to regain her confidence. Is the speaker a round or a flat character? hey Dermot please help over the followings questions..?? If I write she was ugly and did not wear fashionable clothes.she wonder how can a good looking boy loved her. 3.Do you think this activity contributed to her growth? All this was happening in which place, time or social environment? It is possible that the Father had this in mind from the first time he heard her sing. << Explain this comparison , and say what it tells us about her self-image. Required fields are marked *, Please consider supporting us by disabling your ad blocker, Transforming Moments | Summary and Analysis. A. Gcina Mhlophe B. Bulelwa Mhlophe C. Cira Mhlophe D. Nosisa Mhlophe A The narrator's best friend is. endobj But to-night there was a shudder in his blood; the face of Hyde sat heavy on his memory; he felt (what was rare with him) a nausea and 10 distaste of life; and in the gloom of his spirits, he seemed to read a menace in the flickering of the firelight on the polished cabinets and the uneasy starting of the shadow on the roof. Further, she has not found her identity yet in the beginning of the story, and often lets her actions and feelings mould itself according to the opinions of others. However if you go through the questions asked by other visitors. 3 wht is narattor opinion abt bulelwa substantiate u answr with reference, 1. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads. The narrator is worried about her self-image even going as far as describing her hair as being like dry grass in winter. Which is an unflattering way to describe ones hair. It is a short story told in first-person narrative. | Summary and Analysis, Transients in Arcadia | Summary and Analysis, Reflections of Spring | Summary and Analysis, Vultures by Chinua Achebe | Summary and Analysis. Explain the relevance of the theme of jealousy found in this short story, One of the themes in this story is Self discovery. 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. It is also possible that the narrator looks up to Bulelwa. Discuss Father Fikeni and Mrs Fikenis characters. Discuss the theme of confidence that is evident in this short story? 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 describe how the speaker feels as she leaves the ministers house. 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. Transforming Moments | Summary May you please explain the plot development of Transforming Moments , including exposition, rising action , climax and resolution. /Length 2612 Father Fikeni takes the narrator out of her school environment and away from the girls who ridicule her. What causes this trait? Its a simile comparing the winter sun with lazy girls. What is the main reason father fikeni takes the narrator to the village? 4.explain the reason for the speaker to call herselfmiss-ugly-top-of-the-class? We also see the re-entry of the topic of choir. Why does the speaker leave? .The narrator has returned from the vollage with father fikeni. 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. Explain your answer, 4 What is the turning point in the narrators life, 5.Compare the openings paragraph with the last two paragraphs in order to show how much the narrator has changed, 1 What are the three special moment that happened to the narrator?? I think it may be because she is not only young but she is somewhat insecure about herself. Gcina Mhlophe regards herself as "one of the masses" (Perkins 1998:81), by which she means, using their own jargon, the urban and rural black . As for not naming the narrator Im also not sure. No longer is she insecure and lacking confidence now that she knows and accepts who she is. As expected, there is an uproar, but she and the boy end up becoming quite good friends. Hi can h help me plz Gcina Mhlophe is one of the few famous women storytellers in an area dominated by males, an aspect she mentions in Transforming Moments. The book is called Changes (An Anthology of Short Stories) which is edited by Brian Walter. -The narrators academic success results in a fulfilling life for her The narrators boyfriend (for a brief period), Father Fikenis wife and the narrators sister who is paying for her education.

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