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What event prompts the narrator's sudden change in living situation?
What event prompts the narrator's sudden change in living situation?
- A lottery win
- The mother's boss offering a cottage (correct)
- A new job opportunity for the mother
- A move to a friend's house
How does Lerato react to Nothando's news about moving?
How does Lerato react to Nothando's news about moving?
- She becomes upset.
- She is indifferent.
- She is excited and jokes about it. (correct)
- She thinks it's a prank.
What does the narrator think about Andile?
What does the narrator think about Andile?
- He is very rude.
- He is friends with Figo.
- He is muscular and handsome. (correct)
- He is unattractive.
What does Nothando think about Figo?
What does Nothando think about Figo?
What feelings does Nothando have about moving to Sandton?
What feelings does Nothando have about moving to Sandton?
Flashcards
Narrator's new living situation
Narrator's new living situation
The narrator's living situation changes due to an opportunity offered by the mother's boss.
Lerato's reaction to moving
Lerato's reaction to moving
Lerato expresses excitement and playful teasing about the move.
Narrator's view of Andile
Narrator's view of Andile
The narrator finds Andile physically appealing, describing him as muscular and handsome.
Nothando's view of Figo
Nothando's view of Figo
Nothando sees Figo as having a less fashionable look, mentioning his height and glasses.
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Nothando's Sandton feelings
Nothando's Sandton feelings
Nothando, despite initial excitement, feels the new location is too quiet.
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Setting and Characters
- Protagonist: Nothando, a student feeling sleepy during class.
- Best friend: Lerato, supportive but playful, encouraging Nothando.
- Other classmate: Figo, short and glasses-wearing, considered "unhip" by Nothando.
- Teacher: Mr. Kani, who lectures while the students are distracted.
Plot Development
- Nothando and Lerato share aspirations of leaving their current neighborhood, Alex.
- Nothando lives with her mother in a shack, indicating economic struggles.
- Unexpected news: Nothando's mother announces they will move to Sandton, a more affluent area.
Transition in Lifestyle
- The move is prompted by a vacancy in a cottage owned by Mrs. Simons, indicating a shift in fortune.
- Nothando experiences mixed feelings about the move, excited yet overwhelmed by the sudden change.
- New living situation: A cottage in a mansion's garden, which symbolizes a transition to a quieter, possibly more stable life.
School Experience Post-Move
- Lerato's reaction to Nothando's new living situation reveals a significant social leap.
- Lerato’s comment about hanging out at ZAR hints at a stereotypical view of Sandton’s social scene and its affluent residents.
- Nothando asserts her name, showing a desire for identity amidst the changes.
Themes
- Friendship: The bond between Nothando and Lerato reflects mutual support and shared dreams.
- Social Mobility: The narrative highlights the contrast between life in Alex and Sandton, emphasizing economic disparities.
- Self-Identity: Nothando's reaction to her name and her feelings towards her peers illustrate the struggle with identity in a new environment.
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