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"What are you doing here sir?" asked Henzie. Haltingly, the old man replied "I was walking for a while, but forgot the way home. I just moved here with my child." Hearing that answer Henzie felt devastated, she felt sad and worried. Henzie asked again, "have you contacted your child yet?". "I forgot to bring my cell phone", the old man replied. "Do you remember the number? I'll help you call," Henzie asked again, more worried. "It's okay, I'll wait, my child usually comes home at this hour", replied the old man with an enthusiastic smile. Henzie was silent.
Unable to bear it, Henzie volunteered a little forcefully to accompany the old man to wait for his daughter. "Hmm.. Okay, sorry to disturb your time", replied the old man who initially objected but finally gave Henzie permission to accompany him. Sometime later, a porridge seller passed by. Henzie called him because she wanted to buy it. She was worried that something might happen to the old man, because she saw that the old man's hands were shaking. The seller who saw Henzie and the old man smiled faintly, the old man looked at him confused. Henzie ordered 2 servings of porridge, and then gave 1 to the old man. The old man refused, but Henzie insisted that the man accept. "Let's eat first while waiting for your child to pick up," said Henzie kindly as she grabbed the old man's hand to hold the bowl she was given. Finally, they eat together. After eating the porridge, Henzie returned to wait for the old man's child to come pick him up.
However, until late in the evening, the old man's child had not yet arrived. "Aren't you tired, sir?" Henzie asked worriedly. With a sigh, the old man replied, "it's okay, I'm afraid my child will have trouble finding me if I move around". Hearing those words, Henzie became so sad that she didn't realize that she was shedding tears. "Why are you crying? I was just waiting for my child," said the old man, smiling reassuringly, feeling uncomfortable when someone pitied him. Henzie wiped her tears and smiled as she looked gently into the old man's eyes. "Let me take you home, sir," said Henzie, inviting the old man to stand and walk with him. The old man was confused, he asked Henzie, "Do you know my house?". Henzie was silent. Still walking with Henzie, the old man asked again, "Why didn't you tell me, if you know me?", Henzie was still silent. "Are you my neighbor? Sorry I don't know all my new neighbors," said the old man again. Henzie still remained silent, she only smiled when the old man asked. More confused, the old man asked again, "Why didn't you take me earlier?". Instead of getting an answer, Henzie took his hand off the old man. "Wait a minute, sir, I'll open the gate first," said Henzie with a friendly smile. After opening the gate, Henzie again took the old man's hand and led him into the house, The old man was getting confused and wondering, he just followed the woman beside him in surprise. In an instant, the old man couldn't walk when he saw the photo plastered in the drawer of the living room of the house which contained a photo of him and the woman. Realizing this, Henzie looked gently at the old man in front of him. The old man cried and hugged Henzie tightly while saying, "I'm sorry, my lovely daughter..."
QUESTIONS:
1. Write down the synopsis!
2. Explain the title. How would you think that it correlates to the title? In what way is it suitable
to the story?
3. What is the predominant element in the story - plot, theme, character, setting, or conflict?
How do you know?
4. Is there a single main character of the story centers? What is he/she like? (describe her/him)?
5. Identify one major personality trait of each leading character, and tell how the author makes
the reader conscious of this trait.
6. What sort of conflict(s) confronts the leading character or characters (internal and external)?
Explain.
7. How is the conflict resolved?
8. Who tells the story? What point of view is used?
9. Where does the primary action take place?
10. What is the time setting for the action? Period of history? Season? Time of day?
Jawaban dan Penjelasan
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Jawaban:
1. Synopsis:
The story revolves around a woman named Henzie who encounters an old man who seems lost and unable to find his way home. Despite the old man's initial resistance, Henzie decides to accompany him and offers him food while they wait for his child to pick him up. As they spend time together, Henzie's behavior becomes increasingly peculiar, and the old man starts questioning her motives. Eventually, they reach Henzie's house, and the old man is shocked to find a photo of himself and Henzie. It is then revealed that Henzie is actually his daughter, leading to an emotional reunion between the two.
2. The title "Unconditional Love":
The title "Unconditional Love" reflects the core theme of the story. It emphasizes the selfless and unwavering love that Henzie, the daughter, has for her father. Despite the old man's confusion and unawareness of their relationship, Henzie shows unconditional love by taking care of him, providing comfort, and ultimately revealing the truth. The title is suitable because it captures the essence of the story, which revolves around the profound love between a parent and a child.
3. The predominant element in the story is character. The narrative focuses on the emotional journey and relationship between Henzie and the old man. While other elements such as plot, setting, and conflict play important roles, it is the characters' actions, thoughts, and interactions that drive the story forward and evoke empathy in the reader.
4. The main character of the story is Henzie. She is portrayed as a compassionate and caring individual who works at a grocery shop. Henzie demonstrates selflessness and determination as she goes out of her way to help the old man, even when he initially resists her assistance.
5. One major personality trait of Henzie is her empathy. The author makes the reader conscious of this trait through Henzie's actions, such as approaching the old man, offering him food, and accompanying him while waiting for his child. Henzie's genuine concern and emotional reaction, including shedding tears, also highlight her empathetic nature.
6. The leading characters face both internal and external conflicts. The internal conflict for Henzie is the emotional struggle of recognizing and revealing her true identity to her father, the old man. The external conflict arises from the old man's confusion and uncertainty about his surroundings and his relationship with Henzie. The conflict is driven by their lack of awareness of their familial bond, which creates tension and emotional turmoil.
7. The conflict is resolved when Henzie leads the old man to her house and he sees a photo of himself and Henzie together. The realization dawns on him, and he embraces Henzie as his daughter. The resolution comes through the revelation of their true relationship, bringing clarity and emotional closure to both characters.
8. The story is told from a third-person perspective. The narrator provides an objective account of the events, describing the thoughts, actions, and emotions of the characters.
9. The primary action takes place in and around the 'Mutiara Garden' housing complex where Henzie works and lives. The story also briefly takes place in the old man's house, which is located in the same complex.
10. The time setting of the story is not explicitly mentioned. It appears to be set in a contemporary period, as there are references to cell phones and grocery shops. The specific season or time of day is not indicated in the story.
Penjelasan:
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