1 Her school friend with a beautiful singing voice Want to Read. 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. /Height 1125 The narrator is looking upon her self-image in an unfavourable light. 4. Has#=.wc)VarRVm^^--jyp^hv9hD[)7Zn FWfdBIly@QzJ We see this once again when a boy from Port Elizabeth proposed his love to her. Consider the following line Some girls were forced to be my part time friend She thinks Mrs. Fikeni is really beautiful. 4 . Transforming moments Gcina Mhlophe Setting: Eastern Cape - perhaps 1970 s. 17 and in Std 9. This moment- the narrator writing her first ever poem and loving herself for it- symbolises growth, new beginnings and self-acceptance. endobj 2 do you think the activity contributed to her growth? She found the idea ridiculous, not because she didnt like him- quite the contrary, she found him good looking- but because she didnt believe he could like her. The narrators academic success results in a fulfilling life for her, Do you think the narrotor admires the boy from Port Elizabeth? .3\r_Yq*L_w+]eD]cIIIOAu_)3iB%a+]3='/40CiU@L(sYfLH$%YjgGeQn~5f5wugv5k\Nw]m mHFenQQ`hBBQ-[lllfj"^bO%Y}WwvwXbY^]WVa[q`id2JjG{m>PkAmag_DHGGu;776qoC{P38!9-?|gK9w~B:Wt>^rUg9];}}_~imp}]/}.{^=}^?z8hc' And to make matters worse, she sits in the front of the class. This is another example of an insecurity formed by the comments of others. endobj Kind because he helps the narrator to become more confident. It is possible that Mhlophe is suggesting that the narrator has the ability to appreciate talent. If you write father fikeni take the narrator to the village where she met the praise poet and speaker became motivated. Discuss the theme of confidence that is evident in this short story? Finally a girl did, though, and the narrator tells them that Father Fikeni has invited her to spend the weekend with his family. She again considers herself to be ugly and unfashionable yet does demonstrate the ability and confidence to become the boys girlfriend. 1.Refer to lines 2-4(lve never hadtheir first baby) xwTS7" %z ;HQIP&vDF)VdTG"cEb PQDEk 5Yg} PtX4X\XffGD=H.d,P&s"7C$ In the girls dormitory, too, her bed is the furthest from the Matrons. | Summary and Analysis, Transients in Arcadia | Summary and Analysis, Reflections of Spring | Summary and Analysis, Vultures by Chinua Achebe | Summary and Analysis. 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. The praise poet also plays an important role in the story. In Transforming Moments by Gcina Mhlophe we have the theme of insecurity, confidence, isolation, independence, identity, acceptance and change. Why do you think it was wrong to kick out the narrator from the choir. 2.discuss the role Cira plays in this story Im not sure. Check your inbox or spam folder to confirm your subscription. Why had father fikeni taken the narrator to the imbongi? The narrator also mentions that their school is one of the biggest, and had a very good choir. However there would also be some secondary themes which include isolation, independence, acceptance and change. 3)why is the mans description important at this stage of the story. Explain, Can you tell us about the setting in the story, Referring to line 6(describe it asstopped combing it. High school where girls can be boarders - dormitory. Why ? 3 . 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 High and fine literature is wine, and mine is only water; but everybody likes water. Paperback. 3.Read the sentence..I left. 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. (The winter sunas we were.) 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. Thanks for the comment Tanvi. The most important moment of this story is when the narrator sees a praise poet for the first time. Born in Hammarsdale, KwaZulu-Natal in 1960, Gcina Mhlope now lives in Johannesburg. Causing such a stir Discuss. 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. The girls didnt approve of the relationship. 6.explain why the following statement is false February 16, 2020. They say nobody would want to go out with her, anyway, as she does not even try to look good. Transforming Moments - Gcina Mhlophe (p 25) Gcina Mhlophe has often written about herself and sometimes used her real life experiences to create fiction. The girl was unsure of her self .I am I wrong. Explain? An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. The love interest Sizwe showed towards you has cause a stir in the school and many remarks are said. 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. The narrators confidence at the end outshines all the insecurities, low self esteem and all that stuff. Gcina Mhlophe. Through Father Fikenis generosity and the praise poets way with words the narrator has found her voice and is excited about her life. a) why does the narrator stand at the top of the stairs open mouthed Thanks for the comment Lungisani. 9.in what way is the life of the main character remarkable? 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 What is the turning point of the narrators life? 3.Do you think this activity contributed to her growth? Gcina Mhlophe is one of the few famous women storytellers in an area dominated by males, an aspect she mentions in Transforming Moments. What kind of narrator does the story use? 2. She reads a lot. Hence, the way Father and Mrs. Fikeni do not single her out for special treatment, but rather include her as though she is one of them, makes her feel wanted and comfortable. It centers around an unnamed narrator- a seventeen-year-old girl in high school- and her journey to self-love, confidence and finding her identity. % Gender: female. It is as though the narrator has grown as a person. This loneliness and lost feeling is represented by namelessness. The narrator is not treated as a special guest, but like a member of the family. The speaker was from the poor family. in your view ,who is most influential in bringing about the change in the narrator? discuss your answer. << 2.why does the narrator find it difficult to express her thoughts while she is in the presence of the imbongi? What is the main reason father fikeni takes the narrator to the village? This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. It is as they are as new as a new born baby. Firstly she meets her first boyfriend in school. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". 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? Did the Narrator ultimately date (fall in love) with Sizwe? Just a question , Moments suggests that there was more than one moment that resulted in change in the girl.. May you please explain the plot development of Transforming Moments , including exposition, rising action , climax and resolution. Though she is insecure about her looks she appears to have the ability to think for herself. Is this an effective comparison? Location of Birth: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. 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 These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads. I need help. (without a wordstaring at me.) Is the speaker a round or a flat character? 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. The praise poet. To regain her composure and confidence. Thats why the narrator was reading hard not to dissapoint her sister. One of the narrators talent is singing and she becomes a valued member of school choir, 2 choose one word to complete 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.. A useful analysis of the short story: Transforming Moments by Gcina Mhlope - includes themes, setting characterisation and plot. explain your answer how. Explain the relevance of the theme of jealousy found in this short story, One of the themes in this story is Self discovery. They thought the boy was too good for the narrator. 6. quote four consecutive words to prove that the Minister speaks with high authority to the speaker. The importance given to the description of her voice and tone is another foreshadowing- the topic is of importance in the future. 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. Your help is really appreciated I just dont know how to thank you guys because the summary is the best..thank you very much. O*?f`gC/O+FFGGz)~wgbk?J9mdwi?cOO?w| x&mf When she found something she was good at, her insecurity became her strength. Gcina Mhlope was born in 1958 in KwaZulu-Natal to a Xhosa mother and a Zulu father. Listening to the praise poet, the narrator imagines herself in that position. The fact that she wants to share her work represents her improved confidence, and the cock flapping its wings and squawking symbolises excitement and hope for the future. 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. 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. does the girl go into a relationship with the boy from school. 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. 1 wht words tht simple collect trophies imply abt school choir Why do the speaker refers to herself as miss-ugly-top-of-the-class? No longer is she insecure and lacking confidence now that she knows and accepts who she is. Which suggests that the narrator is concerned about self-image. 1.Self Discovery She is joining the school choir in order top progress and she knows the praise poet can advance her to her dream of becoming a praise poet. I have a question. Some symbolism in the story includes the narrators school uniform. What is the purpose of singing the praise songs for the most high in the particular land ???? Her insecurity, stemming from the judgement of her surroundings, is stopping her from accepting someones genuine proposal. Brand new Book. 4. We also see the re-entry of the topic of choir. Thanks for the comment Nkosinathi. How is the narrators friendship with Bulelwa relevant to the main theme of this story? 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 u please analyse the title of this story? 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. Thanks for the comment Pinky. He manages to literally transform the narrator and take the narrator out of her shell. What is the narrative style used by the writer? In which point of view is the story narrated? The church minister, Father Fikeni, invites the narrator to spend the weekend with his family. What is the background of this short story, Transforming moments? 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. Can the winter sun seemed as lazy as we were be a personification as well, because if the word lazy? 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. 2 after completing her 1st assignment the writer says thats the day. Explain what this means? Discuss Father Fikeni and Mrs Fikenis characters. Sign Up Privacy Terms About Transforming moments(By Gcina Mhlophe) Book 227 people like this topic Is the setting an important aspect of the story? I want a summary for Transforming Moments. 20 0 obj hA;MJP;C~f(=Fa6W_WzxzP/R&Jur5^ The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". 7. Father Fikeni appears to be a decent man and takes an interest in the speaker. The fact that Mhlophe also uses imagery of a birth occurring could also be important because if anything the narrator is being reborn. As the title says, the narrator talks about specific moments- often one which leads to another. Is this effective comparison explain. Is this an effective comparison? discuss your view. Can you please summarize this story transforming moments in a simple way? His invitation causes the narrator great joy, and she is excited to spend time with him and his wife. Gcina Mhlophe has written many children's books as well as adult audience . Good day, which type of characterization is this story and why? C) happy to join the choir What do you think made her feel like being baptized? Thanks for the comment Nondumiso. Could you please analyse the inciting incident also the exposition. Discuss the effectiveness of the title transforming moments. B) too ugly to join the choir 4.discuss the appropriateness of the title of the short story. Language: English. Are there any sound devices used in the story,if so can you please give examples. I don think the speaker is from a poor family. Village People by Bessie Head 7. What had set the whole school on fire. whats impression did the narrator have of herself before meeting the imbongi? Two outstanding qualities that the unique to the narrators character in her studies, 1.what is the main conflict in the story 3.what expression did the narrator have of herself meeting the imbongi? b). Resonant is defined as a sound that is deep, clear, and continuing to sound or ring. 3.What do the words.That simply collected trophies imply above the school choir? 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. Support by quoting from the story. State whether the following statement is true or false the speaker was from a poor family support your answer. Because she lacks confidence in her physical appearance. 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. 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. It is also interesting that the narrator cannot understand why the young boy wishes to be her boyfriend. Can I kindly ask, is the story been created or is it based on a true story..? 93-122). (It can be in ur own words), The background and setting, also how they relate to the themes, How these theme relate to the background and setting of the story, Did the narrators academic success result in a fulfilling life for her. Please. Nokugcina Elsie Mhlophe known as Gcina Mhlophe was born on 24 October 1958 in KwaZulu- Natal, South Africa. Explain your answer. TRANSFORMING MOMENTS Gcina Mhlope. Next Door by Kurt Vonnegut 4. 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. 24-October-1958. He takes her to visit his family in Tsolo. 5.state two reasons For the speaker to finally join their church choir. She does not know much about him, though, as she never goes to the sports field- she would rather read books. a)The narrator is very happy with her life because she is academically successful Why did a narrator said that the boy was crazy . Discuss Father Fikeni and Mrs Fikenis characters? If you had to describe Father Fikeni with one word what would you say ? It might be as the narrator may be suggesting that both writing the poem and giving birth are joyous and empowering occasions. Please give a reason why the narrator does not really know the new boy at school. Your email address will not be published. What happened in the end, did the narrator date the guy from port Elizabeth? endobj Thanks for the comment Nsina. If anything the narrator feels not only insecure about how she looks but also lacks confidence. The 17 year old narrator feels unsure of herself quote 4 conservative words that suggest self doubts from paragraph line 3. 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 .. Book Facebook Email or phone Password Forgot account? 4. Gcina Mhlophe 1960- (Full name Nokugcina Mhlophe) South African playwright, poet, short story writer, and children's writer. 2. transforming knowledge of conquered peoples living in the very territory claimed by the Xhosa story-teller". Continue with Recommended Cookies. 8. do you think tbe trip will have a positive influence on the speakers future? 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. /Filter [/FlateDecode /DCTDecode] 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. 2. 2. D)what does the extract reveal about the narrators character Her low self-esteem about her appearance goes beyond what others think of her- she believes it herself. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. The narrator feels very much at home while at Father Fikenis home which suggests the school environment may be causing the narrator troubles. identify the figure of speech in this line? 4.0,` 3p H.Hi@A> Something that is noticeable a little later on in the story. As time wears on, she is able to grasp her identity- at that moment, the namelessness holds a new meaning. However if you go through the questions asked by other visitors. Gcina Mhlophe is a poet, playwright, performer and South Africa's favorite storyteller. She produced and performed on a CD for children with Ladysmith . 4 The Imbongi, how did gcina mhlophe see herself when she was a teenager, Does the narrator admires the boy from port Elizabeth please give a reason, 1:In which area of her school work does the narrator show a particular talent . 1. This confidence is more noticeable in the last two paragraphs of the story. FV>2 u/_$\BCv< 5]s.,4&yUx~xw-bEDCHGKwFGEGME{EEKX,YFZ ={$vrK ,vd(xDZ0iHO:|2bN,$Z"I9O'% = It does not store any personal data. 2.what did the narrator do instead of going to the sport field? How did the narrator see herself when she was a teenager? Can someone help me hereDid the narrator justified in wishing to be like Mrs Fikeni? 18 0 obj 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. 3.Consider the story as a whole.How does the narrators relationship with Bulelwa differ from her relationship with other classmates? To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. Just as a pregnancy can have its difficulties and then the sense of relief when the child is born. 148-150 & fn35 ) on the way the The narrator states that Father Fikeni had a soft spot on me. Story teller - Miss-ugly-top-of-the-class. The cock flapping his wings and crowing at the narrator may also have some symbolic significance. 3. 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. 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. He indicates that while the 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. Refer to lines 17-18: across the fence a big red cock flapped its wings and crowed loudly at me , in agreement too. What are character traits and personal traits in the story ? It represents her hope to make a mark for herself in the world as the first woman praise poet. Whats the mean reason Father Fikeni takes the narrator to the village is to visit the.? 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. 2. /Width 1500 The repeated thought that she is too ugly for him to like is an example of her view of herself being moulded by the rude comments of others. So by taking her to his home he is allowing the narrator some breathing space. 2 Explain how sizwe helped in boosting the narrators self esteem, 1 why the statement is false The second quote is a metaphor. 1.Figures of speech and where (Quote and Line). I dont know how I came to this article, but it is really interesting. Father Fikeni is aware of the difficulties that the narrator is experiencing in school. During which time i was frozen and dumb from disbelief and God knows what else Why did the narrator think the good-looking boy (Sizwe) He calls her voice resonant rather than deep, and it flickers a ray of hope in her. The narrator is impressed with Bulewa. Of the story Did the narrator have people she trusted who supported her? What figure of speech is this My hair it is as dry grass in winter?.. Transforming moments(By Gcina Mhlophe) | Facebook Transforming moments(By Gcina Mhlophe). C.church minister. c.immerse someone in water. ;I*#H4XX0'9RB@ze&""rEa.km4cP$B\): (j: oH3qQf*Ud'f(b7 X$,V(YI Kq#rTzc.DxLnl7 N>\[&; This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. 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 The main themes of Transforming Moments are insecurity, social isolation, growth, self-love, confidence and identity. 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. "Transforming Moments by Gcina Mhlophe.". 3.climax of the story. In the opening paragraph of the story the narrator describes her hair as dry grass in winter . 5. For the narrator he is the impetus for change in her life. /Quality 60 The story begins with the narrator introducing herself as a seventeen-year-old high school student who is battling insecurity about here self-image. B.initiate someone into a new experience or situation Besides her being a good-natured and hard-working person, it is possible that Father Fikeni knew there would be a praise poet in town, and wanted to take the narrator along with him for the event. What is the theme? 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. She is shocked and confused- why would he ask her? Hence, we may foreshadow the upcoming incidents based on important details in the beginning of the story. Bulelwa- very good at singing and used to study with the narrator. 4. 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. 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. The main characters are the narrator (unnamed), Father Fikeni and the praise poet. why does the narrator find it difficult to express her thoughts while she is in the presence of the imbongi? >> What does that mean? The main reason Father Fikeni takes the narrator to the village is to visit the. It suggests the choir was very good at singing. 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