Chapter 4 Flashcards
(10 cards)
How is the narration different in this chapter?
It is still a third-person narration, but told from the perspective of Cassim, the owner of Ramadoola, General Dealer.
How does the author create tension from the start of the chapter
In the opening lines, the author refers to a man who ‘darkened the doorway’. The shadow of a man appears right through the chapter until we realise that it is Tsotsi, asking for ‘baby milk’.
Cassim offers a clear insight into how the members of Tsosti’s gang are perceived by the community. Qoute two consecutive words that incorporate a metaphor to describe the gang
bad eggs
Mention some ways in which the author uses humor to break the tension in this chapter
Cassim’s reaction to the situation is humorous; he is described as saying ‘yes’ for five seconds and then letting off a fart. Cassim is so surprised at Tsotsi’s request for milk that he thinks he has misunderstood.
Which two characteristics of Tsotsi,as revealed in this chapter,are in contrast to the characteristics previously revealed
Tsotsi cannot read and he is insecure outside his guise as gangster.
Discuss the descriptions of the streets in this chapter
The streets are described according to the days of the week. For example, a ‘Saturday street’ is filled with people with money to spend, and a Sunday street is lazy and relaxed.
Why do you think the people ‘opened up and made a path’ for Tsotsi on Friday nights?
They had their week’s salaries with them and knew that the gangsters would kill them for their money
Give two reasons why Tsotsi uses a thin square of wood to cover his window
There is no glass in the window,and he uses the wood to protect himself from the rain and cold. He also covers the window when he wants privacy
What event in the history of the country is referred to at the end of the chapter?
The author refers to the forced removals of people of colour from their homes
What fundamental change takes place in Tsotsi at the end of the chapter
Tsotsi has a memory about a dog and suddenly has a desire to know everything about his life
