Resonant is defined as a sound that is deep, clear, and continuing to sound or ring. Some girls were force to be my part time friends. The fact that the other girls in the school tease the narrator about her looks (and boys) may also be significant as she is being isolated by her peers due to how she looks and feels about boys. Give a reason for your answer, =How did the narrator benefit from attending the meeting at the village, =is the narrator justified in wishing to be like Mrs fikile, =in what is Imbongi Storytelling is a deeply traditional activity in Africa and Mhlophe is one of the few woman storytellers in a country dominated by males. Is this an effective comparison? 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. If I write one love to Lough and one does not I am I wrong. The primary theme of Transforming Moments is identity. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. And this, in turn, affects the decisions in her life and becomes an obstacle in the path of her happiness. 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. Who is the main character? Manage Settings The title is apt, for this story follows the narrator through defining moments in her life. What does the speaker mean when she says protestation? Interestingly, the cocks loud voice is described just as the narrator herself finally found her own voice. 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. 3.what expression did the narrator have of herself meeting the imbongi? The destination is a meeting held at the nearby village. The second quote is a metaphor. Click here for instructions on how to enable JavaScript in your browser. The main themes of Transforming Moments are insecurity, social isolation, growth, self-love, confidence and identity. just perfect how does the story title of the story relate to the narrators achievements. Visit to Tsolo (Transkei) Title - epiphany of illumination / from Miss Ugly to Miss Perfect! At the time, the students made comments that he was too good for her, which may have contributed to her rejecting him multiple times. When the narrator talks about her school, she specifies their prowess in choir. As for not naming the narrator Im also not sure. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. Please. The speaker was from the poor family. /Filter /FlateDecode 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. The narrator is a 17 year old girl who has very little self-confidence. Please give me a straight forward summary of the story. 1 what does the cock symbolise? 6. quote four consecutive words to prove that the Minister speaks with high authority to the speaker. Hence, we may foreshadow the upcoming incidents based on important details in the beginning of the story. It is after several rejections that we see the narrators first step of growth as a character. 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. She sees hope for the first time in her life. 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 is the high point (climax? 4.discuss the appropriateness of the title of the short story. 2compare the opening paragraph with the last two paragraphs, What is the most important social condition of the story. If you write the narrator discover that the drought was increasing or getting worse are you wrong . This means he saw the potential in the narrator early on. His eyes flashings. 2.Do you think this activity contributed to her growth? I want a summary for Transforming Moments. Gcina Mhlophe at Poetry Africa 2010 61,758 views Sep 12, 2011 677 Dislike Share Save Centre for Creative Arts 10.7K subscribers Gcina Mhlophe live at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre during. Hi Dermot can you help me with this question what is the setting of this story and did the narrator have people she trusted who supported her. 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. 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 ease and naturalness with which she thinks about it highlights how well it matches her skill and personality. The book can be found here. Are there any sound devices used in the story,if so can you please give examples. Consider the following line Some girls were forced to be my part time friend Why ? 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. 1. When Bulelwa stands by the narrator when the other girls tease the narrator about not liking boys. Further, her admiration of Bulelwas voice is a foreshadowing- the narrator later mentions that she doesnt think her own voice is good for singing. He knows that she is incurring difficulties from the other girls in school and may want to give the narrator some breathing space. At least in the eyes of the speaker. We also see the re-entry of the topic of choir. 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. In the opening paragraph of the story the narrator describes her hair as dry grass in winter . Do you think the narrator admires the boy from port Elizabeth??? 1.Figures of speech and where (Quote and Line). 4. 3.Talent development. 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. If you write father fikeni take the narrator to the village where she met the praise poet and speaker became motivated. Im not sure if it is a true story or perhaps it is based on Mhlophes own life. O*?f`gC/O+FFGGz)~wgbk?J9mdwi?cOO?w| x&mf 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. Theme of self discovery in this short story .if I write the girl has low self-esteem. Id like to thank you so much, this is very helpful. Her insecurity, stemming from the judgement of her surroundings, is stopping her from accepting someones genuine proposal. Three reasons of why the narrator turned down sizwes proposal at first..? Explain the relevance of the theme of jealousy found in this short story, One of the themes in this story is Self discovery. What is the main reason father fikeni takes the narrator to the village? 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 Discuss Father Fikeni and Mrs Fikenis characters. Finally a girl did, though, and the narrator tells them that Father Fikeni has invited her to spend the weekend with his family. I cant help with this question as I would need to read the story again. State whether the following statement is true or false the speaker was from a poor family support your answer. 93-122). 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. Which suggests that the narrator has concerns about how she looks. a). /Length 2612 Father fikeni pays for speaker education. The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". Through Father Fikenis generosity and the praise poets way with words the narrator has found her voice and is excited about her life. I would need to read the story again to answer your question. In order to post comments, please make sure JavaScript and Cookies are enabled, and reload the page. Required fields are marked *, Notify me of follow-up comments via e-mail. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent. ;I*#H4XX0'9RB@ze&""rEa.km4cP$B\): (j: oH3qQf*Ud'f(b7 X$,V(YI Kq#rTzc.DxLnl7 N>\[&; 4.36 avg rating 11 ratings published 2006 2 editions. How did the narrator benefit from attending the meeting at the village? endobj A.tribal chief. What is the background of this short story, Transforming moments? Just as someone might write an autobiography about their life so too is the narrator bringing the reader through her life. 2. 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. He takes her to visit his family in Tsolo. 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. 2.what is the genre of the story The Question is.. She produced and performed on a CD for children with Ladysmith . It is that moment that she truly loves herself. The other girls tease her because no boy is interested in her. The main themes of Transforming Moments are insecurity, social isolation, growth, self-love, confidence and identity. Can I have answers based on short stories, Is the line forever buried in books a metaphor or hyperbole. It is an unforgettable experience for the narrator, and she is inspired. /N 3 Identity the narrators tone in these lines and explain why she use this tone. 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars. 3Did the narrator have people she trusted who supported her? Hi..please help me to answer this questions. The other girls tease her because no boy is interested in her. 1. 1. explain why the speaker refers to herself as Miss-ugly-top-of-the-class? Discuss the appropriateness of the title of this story? It can also be used in a different context that may not be sound based. 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. The fact that Mhlophe also uses imagery of a birth occurring could also be important because if anything the narrator is being reborn. a). Discuss the theme of confidence that is evident in this shory. Bulelwa- very good at singing and used to study with the narrator. By running her hands over her face she knows that she is beautiful in her own way. Thanks for the comment Pinky. There is a sense of change when the narrator sees the praise poet. Can u clarify the irony of the poem for me please? The narrator had been kicked off the school choir because her voice is too deep, and hence she decides she is not a good singer. She is absolutely inspired- this is where themes of identity and growth come into play. It is possible that Mhlophe is suggesting that the narrator has the ability to appreciate talent. /ColorSpace 18 0 R Mention three points, The narrator compares the feeling of writing her first poem to the feeling of giving birth. If you had to describe Father Fikeni with one word what would you say ? Her sister has the money to pay for her education. /Subtype /Image 4why she feels this way. It does not store any personal data. 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. What is the theme of the short story transforming moments? She really doesnt know her own identity. She loves reading anything she can find, to the point where she feels like it keeps her alive. What figure of speech doe I was kicked out of the school choir fall under? Which gives the narrator an opportunity to breathe and be free. 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. From the very beginning, we see that the narrator is low on self-esteem- it starts with a lack of confidence about her looks. (b)Why does the narrator use this tone? 2)what role does the man play in the meeting? She is unnamed, because the journey to make her name known to the world is just starting. The main reason Father Fikeni takes the narrator to the village is to visit the. Rate this book. Hello Dermot The winter sun.as we were Explain how the conflict is resolved 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. /Height 1125 >> 4.refer to the paragraphIt was a Monday afternoon Quote six consecutive words from the text to prove that the following is false. << It is also to be pointed out that Transforming Moments is rich in narration and description as opposed to dialogue. 201092 Please give a reason why the narrator does not really know the new boy at school. Firstly she meets her first boyfriend, secondly she joins the choir and finally she becomes a praise poet. It might be as the narrator may be suggesting that both writing the poem and giving birth are joyous and empowering occasions. The narrator is the protagonist in the story. 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. I need help guys what do the words that simply collected trophies imply about school choir.? The narrator seems to cough out the chapter, what does she mean? A deeper, and even more transformative experience was termed 'convictional knowing' by Loder (1989, pp. 4. 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 . Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. 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?? In the girls dormitory, too, her bed is the furthest from the Matrons. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. To thank them and to wish that they may continue leading. She doesnt consider it to be as nice as the other girls. Can you please summarize this story transforming moments in a simple way? 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. If anything Mhlophe may be highlighting how shallow the male can be. 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. This self-love came from her acceptance of herself- and this stemmed from her finding her footing and identity. By clicking Accept All, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. Although she is a brilliant learner who produces excellent results, she has low self esteem because she believes she is ugly. You are super good at these things, now I have clear view about the story. A1vjp zN6p\W pG@ 2.what is the most important social condition of the story Thanks for the comment Lovedonia. To what extent has the narrators behavior at church helped In boosting her self-confidence? 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. What does this tell us about the character? Was Gcina mhlophe a pessimist or an optimist kind of person? Transforming moments(By Gcina Mhlophe) | Facebook Transforming moments(By Gcina Mhlophe). /Width 1500 There is also a sense that some of the boys in the narrators class dislike her due to her appearance and nothing else. And why the name of the narrator is not mentioned? Thanks for the comment Nsina. The real irony in the story is the fact that the narrator over comes so many obstacles to achieve happiness. The narrator is impressed with Bulewa. Thirdly she sees the praise poet perform and decides to become a praise poet. explain the comparison in this figure of speech. As expected, there is an uproar, but she and the boy end up becoming quite good friends. I dont know how I came to this article, but it is really interesting. 2 Explain how sizwe helped in boosting the narrators self esteem, 1 why the statement is false -The narrators academic success results in a fulfilling life for her What had set the whole school on fire. 2 discuss the protagonist opinion about BULELWA ? Im assuming it is to show respect and gratitude for those who are in leadership roles. Listening to the praise poet, the narrator imagines herself in that position. in your view ,who is most influential in bringing about the change in the narrator? The 17 year old narrator feels unsure of herself quote 4 conservative words that suggest self doubts from paragraph line 3. The cock flapping his wings and crowing at the narrator may also have some symbolic significance. Sign Up Privacy Terms About Transforming moments(By Gcina Mhlophe) Book 227 people like this topic The strong looking short stick that the praise poet uses may be symbolism for strength. The story seems autobiographical and not fiction. 4. The narrator feels very much at home while at Father Fikenis home which suggests the school environment may be causing the narrator troubles. 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. I never had a child,but the great feeling that swept over me was too overwhelming for words,maybe thats how people feel when they have their first babe.. When the speaker says protestations she means that she is.. 1.What is the message of the story She ends by saying that Father Fikeni will definitely be happy for her, highlighting the bond between them. To what she became now. 2. Luckily, the church minister sees the potential in her voice and invites her to join the church choir. The narrators confidence at the end outshines all the insecurities, low self esteem and all that stuff. Discuss why transforming moments can be seen as an autobiography? Why had Father Fikeni taken the narrator to meet Imbongi? 4.explain the reason for the speaker to call herselfmiss-ugly-top-of-the-class? Born in Hammarsdale, KwaZulu-Natal in 1960, Gcina Mhlope now lives in Johannesburg. The church minister, Father Fikeni, invites the narrator to spend the weekend with his family. It is interesting that the narrator remains unnamed throughout the story, despite the names of several other characters- even random ones- being mentioned. The narrator also mentions that their school is one of the biggest, and had a very good choir. I was forever buried in my books what does that mean?? His invitation causes the narrator great joy, and she is excited to spend time with him and his wife. Thanks for the comment Christinah. Your email address will not be published. Something that is noticeable by the fact that the narrator touches her face and feels her features. To be independent of others. A. Nosisa B. Mrs Fikeni C. Cira D. Gcina E. Bulelwa E The narrator's favourite place at school is. Do you agree? 2 after completing her 1st assignment the writer says thats the day. 1what did the narrator do instead of going to the sports field? Your email address will not be published. Explain what this means? High and fine literature is wine, and mine is only water; but everybody likes water. Brand new Book. Im not sure. The book is called Changes (An Anthology of Short Stories) which is edited by Brian Walter. What caused the exciting feeling when the narrator wrote her first poem. K0iABZyCAP8C@&*CP=#t] 4}a ;GDxJ> ,_@FXDBX$!k"EHqaYbVabJ0cVL6f3bX'?v 6-V``[a;p~\2n5 &x*sb|! Thanks for the comment Victor. Refer to the following: 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. The importance given to the description of her voice and tone is another foreshadowing- the topic is of importance in the future. 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