Grade 12 English First Additional Language: Mind the Gap Short Stories Practice Flashcards

Comprehensive practice questions covering the key plots, characters, settings, and themes of the eight prescribed short stories for Grade 12 English First Additional Language.

In Paper 2 of the English First Additional Language examination, how many total marks are allocated for the two sections chosen?

$70$ marks ($35$ marks for each section).

Who is the author of the short story 'Forbidden Love' and where was he born?

Can Themba, born in Marabastad, Pretoria.

In 'Forbidden Love', why are the primary characters Michael and Dora unable to have an open relationship?

Because Michael is Black and Dora is Coloured, and their interracial relationship is highly discouraged by the people of Noordgesig during apartheid.

What revelation does Salome make to end the feud between the families in 'Forbidden Love'?

She reveals that Davie (Dora's brother) is actually the father of her child and presents evidence in the form of love letters.

In the story 'Rejection' by Mariama Bâ, what is the 'crisis' the narrator faces?

Her husband, Modou, takes a young second wife named Binetou without consulting her.

What action does the narrator of 'Rejection' take on the 40th day of mourning for her late husband?

She stands her ground and rejects Tamsir's (Modou's brother) intention to marry her.

In James Joyce's 'Eveline', why does the 주인공 (protagonist) plan to leave Dublin for Argentina?

She wants to elope with Frank, a sailor, to escape her abusive and exploitative father and start a new life in Buenos Aires.

How old is Eveline in the story, and what are her specific family responsibilities?

She is nineteen years old and is responsible for the day-to-day running of the household.

In 'A bag of sweets', why was Khadija disowned by her family three years prior to the story's start?

She left the family to marry a Christian man, which caused a rift with her Muslim family.

In Agnes Sam's 'A bag of sweets', how does Kaltoum interpret the act of giving her sister the bag of sweets?

She sees it as a way to get rid of her sister, the same way one would a child, whereas Khadija views it as a potential sign of reconciliation.

In 'Class act', what specific detail about the narrator's adjusted tunic leads to further ridicule?

The thick hem and the use of white cotton thread, as well as her black knees becoming visible.

Who is the antagonist/bully in Namhla Tshisana's 'Class act'?

Renato, a boy who has failed Standard 6 three times and taunts the narrator by calling her 'Sister Mary Clarence'.

In 'The wind and the boy', what are the three phases of growth described for Friedman?

1. A small bundle from the hospital. 2. A toddler sitting next to his grandmother. 3. A tall, spindly-legged boy who is the 'king of kings' of his area.

What does Sejosenye’s death in 'The wind and the boy' reveal about her bond with Friedman?

She dies only two weeks after his funeral, showing her absolute devotion and the depth of her grief over losing him.

In 'The girl who can', what is Nana's specific physical criticism of Adjoa?

She believes Adjoa's legs are too thin and long, which she thinks means Adjoa will not have the flesh/hips necessary for carrying a baby.

How does the grandmother's (Nana) attitude change in 'The girl who can' by Ama Ata Aidoo?

She becomes Adjoa’s number one fan, carrying her trophy and accompanying her to school after Adjoa succeeds in athletics.

What is the primary setting of Kedibone Seku’s 'Triumph in the face of adversity'?

Phambili Squatter Camp in Johannesburg, South Africa.

In 'Triumph in the face of adversity', what abusive actions does Thulisile’s father Jabulani commit?

He beats his wife and children for no reason, steals Thuli's savings for liquor, and takes part of her salary from her employer.

What does the literary term 'Hyperbole' refer to in the context of these stories?

A deliberate exaggeration, such as describing a stomach 'going to hit the floor' in 'Class Act'.

Define 'Third person/omniscient narration' as it applies to short story analysis.

A perspective where the narrator knows everything about the actions, attitudes, secrets, and thoughts of all characters, offering a 'bird’s eye view'.