Answer to Question #285696 in English for Sabelo Xulu

Question

1. Identify the narrative voice in the story. How does this affect the narrative perspective, and what are its effects on the story?(5)

2. How does the character of Aunt Sal contribute to the establishment and development of conflict in the plot?(5)

3. The theme of socio-economic injustice is evident in this short story through the mention of the privilege of the narrator’s family and how this is contrasted against how the mining of gold provides this privilege – at the expense of the oppressed labourers who work in the mines. Reflect on how this theme emerges in the story. Focus particularly on the ways in which gold is discussed and described.(5)

Answer 1

1. it determines the character with whom the audience will sympathize. It also informs them of the narrator's perspective and is essential in shaping their understanding of the story's events.

2. Aunt Sal is living in Portugal, with Peggy and Ronnie who are extremely annoying, boisterous and disobedient to her.

3.Doughnut Economics has featured in the classic British soap opera EastEnders - and is introduced into the storyline by the most climate-smart kid in Albert Square, 12 year old Bailey Baker.