For Oom Piet Flashcards
(12 cards)
What led the speaker to a neighbor they did not know?
The speaker’s daughter led them across the road
This act reflects the innocence and curiosity of a toddler.
What was the speaker’s emotional state when they were led to the neighbor?
The speaker was least happy in their life
Indicates a period of unhappiness before the encounter.
How does the speaker describe the purpose of the daughter’s action?
With the purpose of a toddler who does not see gates and fences
Illustrates the child’s unfiltered view of the world.
What themes did the speaker and the neighbor discuss?
Crops, flowers and poultry
These themes suggest a connection to nature and domestic life.
What did the neighbor do while making tea?
Wiped the counter
This action portrays a sense of hospitality.
What phrase did the neighbor use that indicates a form of hope?
‘I don’t hope so’
This reflects a nuanced sentiment about expectations.
How did the neighbor refer to the speaker’s daughter?
‘Beatrix’
The neighbor consistently used this name, showing affection.
What did the neighbor send when it rained?
Ducks for Beatrix
This gesture signifies kindness and thoughtfulness.
What does the phrase ‘the sense of rescue’ imply?
A feeling of being saved
Suggests emotional support and connection between the speaker and the neighbor.
What literary form is used in ‘The Tenant’ by Na Ngulube?
Poem
This identifies the genre of the work.
What does the speaker state about their heart in ‘The Tenant’?
There is no room for you in my heart
Indicates a rejection or closure to emotional connection.
Who is referred to as the only tenant that ever lived in the speaker’s heart?
The only tenant who ever lived there left
This suggests a past relationship that has ended.
