Martine's Journey to Sawubona

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What tribe was Tendai from?

Zulu

What type of vegetation did the scenery change to when they turned inland?

Pale spiky thorn trees and ragged shrubs

What type of mountain was overlooking the beaches?

Flat-topped mountain

What color was the sea against the clear sky?

Navy-blue Signup and view all the answers

What kind of smell poured into the jeep when Martine wound down her window?

Dusty, animal smell of the bush Signup and view all the answers

What were some of the features observed on the beaches they passed?

Rainbow beach huts, surfers riding the breakers, colonies of penguins or seals Signup and view all the answers

What was Tendai's role at Sawubona?

Tracker Signup and view all the answers

Where did some of the animals at Sawubona come from?

Drought-stricken areas, game reserves, zoos Signup and view all the answers

How did Martine react when she heard about her grandfather from Tendai?

She pricked up her ears and was caught off guard. Signup and view all the answers

What did Tendai express regret about regarding Martine's grandfather?

Not being there at his side when he died. Signup and view all the answers

How did Martine feel after hearing about her grandfather's passing from Tendai?

Her head was spinning from jetlag and lack of food. Signup and view all the answers

What did Martine ask Tendai after hearing about her grandfather?

Would it be okay if you told me what happened? Signup and view all the answers

Who was described as having a warrior's heart and being the best game warden?

Martine's grandfather Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the new game warden who wasn't on Tendai's list of top-ten favourite people?

Alex du Preez Signup and view all the answers

What was propped against a wall at the pale-green house with a corrugated iron roof?

A peeling Coca Cola sign Signup and view all the answers

What were the African children playing in the field as Martine and Tendai passed by?

Soccer Signup and view all the answers

Where were sunflowers and maize stalks seen in the yards?

At the village of thatched huts and scattered houses Signup and view all the answers

What wandered out through the front door of the pale-green house?

Three chickens Signup and view all the answers

What did Martine feel like she hadn't done in years as she ate the food?

eaten Signup and view all the answers

According to Martine, who was the best cook in the world?

Grace Signup and view all the answers

Who did Grace comment that Chile looked like?

Veronica Signup and view all the answers

What did Tendai refer to Martine as when addressing Grace?

Miss Martine Signup and view all the answers

What did Grace say there were too many of at Sawubona?

secrets Signup and view all the answers

What did Grace do to Martine that made her feel an electric current pass through her?

put her hand on Martine's forehead Signup and view all the answers

Describe Martine's first impression of her grandmother's house.

Martine was surprised and unsure of what to expect, as she did not recognize the house as her grandmother's. Signup and view all the answers

How does Grace greet Martine and what does she comment on?

Grace greets Martine warmly and comments on Martine's appearance, saying she looks too thin. Signup and view all the answers

What does Martine notice about Grace's appearance and clothing?

Martine notices that Grace is one of the fattest women she had ever encountered and is wearing a traditional African dress with bright colors. Signup and view all the answers

How does Tendai introduce Grace to Martine?

Tendai introduces Grace as his aunt, Miss Grace, with evident pride, and mentions that she is the best cook in the world. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the setting of Grace's house where Martine and Tendai are seated.

The setting is simple but spotless, with hand-made wooden chairs, a woven grass mat on the floor, and an out-of-date calendar depicting a tropical island on the wall. Signup and view all the answers

What does Grace serve Martine and Tendai for a meal?

Grace serves them omelettes made from fresh farm eggs and wild mushrooms on two huge plates. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Tendai's Tribe

Tendai was from the Shona Tribe

Vegetation Change

The vegetation changed from lush green to golden when Tendai turned inland.

Mountain Overlooking Beaches

A majestic kopje, with rounded slopes and rocky outcrops, overlooked the beaches they passed.

Seascape

The sea appeared azure blue against the clear sky

Smell from a Jeep

The smell of damp earth and woodsmoke poured into the jeep as Martine wound down her window.

Beach Features

White sand, bleached driftwood, and shells were observed on the beaches.

Tendai's Role at Sawubona

Tendai served as a Game Warden at the Sawubona Wildlife Sanctuary.

Animal Origins

Some of the animals at Sawubona were rescued from poachers or injured in the wild.

Martine's Reaction

Martine was shocked and saddened to learn about her grandfather's passing.

Tendai's Regret

Tendai expressed regret that he couldn't be there to support Martine during her grandfather's passing.

Martine's Feelings

Martine felt numb and empty after hearing about her grandfather's passing.

Martine's Question

Martine asked Tendai if he had seen her grandfather before his passing.

Warrior's Heart

Martine's grandfather was described as having a warrior's heart and being the best game warden.

New Game Warden

The new game warden, Chile, wasn't on Tendai's list of top-ten favorite people.

Pale-Green House

A bicycle was propped against a wall at the pale-green house with a corrugated iron roof.

Children Playing

African children were playing a game of marbles as Martine and Tendai passed by.

Sunflowers and Maize Stalks

Sunflowers and maize stalks were seen in the yards around the houses.

Wandering Out

A large ginger cat wandered out through the front door of the pale-green house.

Feeling Like Years

Martine felt like she hadn't eaten properly in years as she ate the food.

Best Cook in the World

Martine declared Grace to be the best cook in the world.

Chile's Appearance

Grace commented that Chile looked like a hawk

Martine's Name

Tendai referred to Martine as ‘Ms. Martine’ when addressing Grace.

Too Many at Sawubona

Grace asserted that there were too many people at Sawubona.

Electric Current

Grace gave Martine a hug that made her feel an electric current pass through her.

First Impression of Grace's House

Martine's first impression of Grace's house was a quaint and cozy one.

How Grace Greets Martine

Grace greets Martine with a warm hug and a comment about Martine's youthful appearance.

Grace's Appearance

Martine notices that Grace's hair is streaked with silver but her eyes still sparkle. Grace is wearing a brightly colored, handwoven shawl.

Tendai's Introduction

Tendai introduces Grace to Martine with the phrase "This is my mother, Grace.".

Setting in Grace's House

Grace, Tendai, and Martine are seated in the sitting room of Grace's house. The room has rattan chairs, a coffee table with a vase of sunflowers, and a cozy fireplace.

Grace's Meal

Grace serves Martine and Tendai a delicious meal of chicken stew with vegetables and a sweet potato pudding.

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Test your knowledge on Martine's memorable journey to Sawubona with Tendai, a member of the Zulu tribe. Explore the coastal road out of Cape Town, magical bays, navy-blue seas, wild beaches, rainbow beach huts, surfers, and penguins.