QUESTION 7 – CONTEXTUAL QUESTIONS DIAMOND BOY – EXTRACT…
QUESTION 7 – CONTEXTUAL QUESTIONS DIAMOND BOY – EXTRACT B 7.4 Refer to line 1. “Wake up, Patson,” Grace whispered into my ear. The narrative has come full circle. Recall and describe a similar scene from the novel. (2) 7.5 Refer to lines 4 – 5. For a brief moment, I saw hints of my mother in her eyes and my father in the shape of her cheekbones. It all had the feeling of a dream… The theme of dreams is evident throughout the novel. Briefly explain how this theme presents in this extract. (3) 7.6 Provide an outline of Patson’s character development throughout the novel, considering the conclusion to the narrative. (4) 7.7 Multiple Choice Question. Consider the following message left by Arves in Patson’s diary, on the last page: Yah, half-prince, I know you are going to make it. Even though it looks bad now, you’re going to be alright. Did I ever lie to you? No. So believe, Patson! And it will be good again because the Geez are in the Knees. That’s all I’m saying and somebody as “bright” as you should know what I’m talking about. You’re my best friend, Patson, always will be, till the day I die.ARVES! The above cryptic message means the following: a) Patson just has to keep moving to succeed and shine bright. b) Patson just needs to look inside the wound (his knee) and he will find wealth. c) Patson just needs to look at the Geez and he will be bright. d) Patson just has to be the bees’ knees to Arves and he will shine bright. (2) 7.8 True or False: The novelist makes use of a chronological timeline in Diamond Boy. Provide a reason and evidence from the novel for your answer. Consider this extract (Arve’s message) as well as the novel. (2) 7.9 Recall how Grace, Patson and Boubacar honour Joseph Moyo’s memory. (1) 7.10 Consider the novel as a whole.Do you think the title is appropriate? Provide a reason for your answer. Remember to base your answer on the novel. (2) TOTAL SECTION B: [25]
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