ipl-logo

Cultural Differences Between Thando And Mandisa

709 Words3 Pages

Play : Nothing but the truth by John Kani Topic: The contrast between Thando and Mandisa. Date: 31-03-2017 Words: 689 The play is set in the post-apartheid era. Whereby the Truth and reconciliation commission hearings are important. In the play there are many differences displayed between Thando and Mandisa. This is seen by their cultural backgrounds. The cultural differences are seen by how Thando and Mandisa were raised. Mandisa was born and raised in England by her late father Themba Makhaya who is the brother of her uncle Sipho Makhaya. Mandisa is a modern young women she studied fashion design. Who has an outspoken and free-spirited character which goes well with her fashion designing career. Thando was born and raised in Port –Elizabeth by her father Sipho Makhaya. Thando grew up in a cultural home and environment. As presented in the play her cultural roots are present throughout the play. Thando is a teacher and the interpreter at the amnesty hearings of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. Mandisa did not morn her fathers death too long. She is already planning her trip to Johannesburg to meet with designers. Mandisa does not understand isiXhosa thando translates for her. Thando’s cultural roots are seen when Mandisa invites her to the trip to Johannesburg and London. Thando gets excited about the trip but then says “I am not sure if my father would agree” showing that she has deep respect for her father. Having respect for Elders

Show More
Related

  • How Does Mayella Ewell Impact How They Act

    917 Words  | 4 Pages

    “ Love him, whatcha mean?” “ I mean, is he good to ya, is he easy to get along with?” “ He does tollable, ‘cept when-” “ Except when?” Mayella looked at her father, who was sitting with his chair tipped against the railing. He sat up straight and waited for her to answer.

    Read More

  • Why The Brief And Wondrous Life Of Oscar Wao

    861 Words  | 4 Pages

    The groundbreaking novel, The Brief and Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao explores many different aspects of life. The story is told by narrator, Yunior, focusing on Oscar De Leon and his family’s Dominican experience during the Trujillo regime. Oscar isn’t the typical Dominican male and is isolated as a result of the gender roles that are so heavily relied on and seen in the Dominican culture. The idea and execution of gender roles has been around for many years. These roles are based on the values and beliefs about gender within groups or societies.

    Read More

  • Themes In The Poisonwood Bible

    1104 Words  | 5 Pages

    However, this novel can be interpreted as a political or a religious allegory. This novel discusses the events happening in Africa and the Congo, for the political standpoint. It also shows how people can be treated or feel when they visit Africa, after their ancestors did Africans so dirty. Some people, such as Rachel and Nathan, will remain in a very close-minded mindset, while some people, such as Orleanna and Adah, see the effects of what has been done to Africa. They are compassionate and try to understand the Kilanga people.

    Read More

  • Similarities Between Antigone And Erin Brockovich

    657 Words  | 3 Pages

    In this short essay you will read about, the comparison between the play “Antigone” and “Erin Brockovich.” Antigone is a play based on the death and burial of Antigone’s brother Polyneices. Erin Brockovich is a movie based mostly on the hards times of being a single mother. In the following paragraph I will be comparing the conflicts, injustices, and discrimination, that each Antigone and Erin Brockovich face as the course of the play/movie progresses. Antigone faces many conflicts during the play.

    Read More

  • House On Mango Street Coming Of Age Quotes

    1348 Words  | 6 Pages

    The main protagonist Esperanza, matures from a childish girl to a young confident woman through many critical and life changing events in the story. Ultimately, the author, Sandra Cisneros implements the symbols of confidence, the house on mango street and the metaphor of shoes to show how Esperanza develops into a more mature state. Sandra Cisneros

    Read More

  • The Love Suicides At Amijima Summary

    828 Words  | 4 Pages

    As a woman in Japan at this time, Koharu 's social mobility is limited and she is stuck in the role of a prostitute until her ransom can be paid, but despite this, finds herself deeply invested in the impoverished Jihei and refuses to see any other prospective patrons. Complicating this already difficult situation is Jihei 's wife, Osan. Loyal to her irrational husband, Osan must mind not only her children and her husband 's shop, but also mind the stifling social constraints that dictate the manners of women, present at this time. Finally, there 's Mogamoen, flour miller and elder brother of Jihei. More responsible than his brother, Mogamoen ventures to help Jihei when he hears of his increasingly risky behavior in the pleasure quarters.

    Read More

  • Hotel On The Corner Of Bitter And Sweet Quotes

    1064 Words  | 5 Pages

    “He turned to his father. ‘I'm leaving to get her photos. I told her I'd keep them for her-just until she gets back. And I'm going to keep my promise.’ His father pointed at the door.

    Read More

  • Cultural Differences In Native American Culture

    2328 Words  | 10 Pages

    Introduction Today’s society consist of a variety of different cultures. Each cultures has their own identity, customs, and beliefs. In my community we have several strong, family oriented cultures.

    Read More

  • The Window In Esperanza's The House On Mango Street

    1445 Words  | 6 Pages

    Her barrier or imprisonment is language. Mamacita spends her days “by the window and plays the Spanish radio show and sings all the homesick songs about her country in a voice that sounds like a seagull (77).” She only speaks Spanish and does not know English. Her husband brings her and her child from Mexico with the intention of giving them a better life. People in the neighborhood usually make fun of her because of her weight.

    Read More

  • Similarities And Differences To The Nacirema Culture

    679 Words  | 3 Pages

    When professor Linton brought forth the attention of anthropologists to the Nacirema culture there was a lot of things about their traditions that were different than that of our own, but that doesn’t mean that there aren’t also some similarities as well. As crude and vastly spiritual these people are it is rather impressive that they managed to survive for as long as they did living their rather extreme lifestyle. The people back then also had different social classes like we do now, they also had what we call surgeons to fix their imperfections, and they also have the same kind of cleanliness as we do when it comes down to our bodies. Some differences would be in their rituals we don’t go to those extremes to make sure we are okay spiritually. We also don’t believe that if we don’t take care of our teeth no one will love us.

    Read More

  • The Importance Of The Father In August Wilson's Fences

    1457 Words  | 6 Pages

    Throughout the play, the characters look at faith, race, opportunities, fatherhood and

    Read More

  • Summary Of The Circuit And Breaking Through By Francisco Jimenez

    948 Words  | 4 Pages

    His father who is authoritarian, is extremely strict. He expects his children to do as he says, and not question or talk back to him at all. Although his father still has high expectations towards his children, he is not very supportive with Francisco’s dream to be a teacher or attend college. Claiming it is only something rich people are able to do, and initially not wanting Francisco to discuss his options for University. Francisco says “It’s my only chance!”,

    Read More

  • Rhetorical Analysis Of 'The Danger Of A Single Story'

    835 Words  | 4 Pages

    As a young child, after being told of how poor her houseboy Fido was, Adichie did not believe his family could also be hardworking. “Their poverty was my single story of them. ”(Adichie) She also details how later, on a trip to Guadalajara she was overwhelmed with shame because her only image of Mexicans was the “abject immigrant” due to the “…endless stories of Mexicans as people who were fleecing the healthcare system, sneaking across the border, being arrested at the border, that sort of thing.” (Adichie)a She was caught by surprise when she saw Mexicans happy and at work in the marketplace.

    Read More

  • Crisis Of Identity In Othello Essay

    1327 Words  | 6 Pages

    The crisis of identity is a very significant turning point in the development in this play. It effectively creates sympathy in the audience through the change in character’s speech style and the act of an “other” in the play conforming to what society demands of him. The first character I would like to bring up is our protagonist, Othello. Being the main protagonist, which most of the play revolves around, a lot of attention is given to him by the audience which makes the crisis of his identity the most significant.

    Read More

  • The Hijras In Serena Nanda's Neither Man Nor Woman

    853 Words  | 4 Pages

    Serena Nanda 's Neither Man Nor Woman is an ethnographic study about the lives of Indian men known as the hijras. Through interaction with the hijras and her study of Indian culture, Nanda provides a glimps into a unique society and lifestyle. Nanada goes into specific detail about the lives of hijras beginning with the process to become a hijra, their lives and their treatment and placement within Indian culture. Nanda's defines the hijras as “...the name given to a full-time female impersonator who is a member of a traditional social organization, part cult and part caste, of hijras, who worship the goddess Bahuchara Mata.

    Read More

More about Cultural Differences Between Thando And Mandisa

Open Document