Kegiatan DORALITA (Dongeng Rabu Literasi Spentita)

Summary

The script narrates the story of Nirfan, a child who faces discrimination within his own family, favoring his sibling Daan. Despite his struggles, including physical punishment and emotional distress, Nirfan finds solace in his relationship with his grandmother, Bi Rumi. The story, titled 'Arutala dan Baskara,' written by Cahya Viktoriawati, reflects on the unfair treatment and the hope for a world without discrimination, symbolized by the harmony of the sun and moon in the story's title.

Takeaways

• 📚 The story revolves around two siblings, Arutala and Baskara, and their contrasting experiences in a family setting.
• 👨‍👧 The father, Julian, and the mother, Lengkara, show favoritism towards the younger sibling, Daan, over Arutala.
• 🏠 Arutala feels neglected and discriminated against by his parents, who only provide care and attention to Daan.
• 😢 Arutala experiences emotional distress and runs away to his room, crying, after being harshly reprimanded by his father.
• 🎒 Despite receiving a care package from his mother, Arutala is later punished by his father for his perceived shortcomings.
• 🌧️ Arutala falls ill after getting caught in the rain, which leads to him being absent from school the next day.
• 🤒 His mother discovers his absence from school and berates him for his poor academic performance, further adding to his emotional turmoil.
• 🔥 Arutala is subjected to physical punishment, which is a turning point in the narrative, showing the severity of the family's treatment towards him.
• 📉 The story highlights the negative impact of favoritism and the emotional and physical toll it takes on the less favored child.
• 🌙🌞 The names Arutala and Baskara symbolize the moon and the sun, respectively, suggesting a balance that is disrupted by the parents' favoritism.
• 📖 The story is a piece of creative writing by Cahya Viktoriawati, a student who won a national short story competition, adding a layer of realism to the narrative.

Q & A

Who is the host of the morning session from ESCO Literasi?

The host of the morning session is Zahid Bis Munawara from class 8B with the class teacher Ibu Umi, Widayati S.Pd.

Who is the narrator of the story titled 'Arutala and Baskara'?

The narrator of the story is Kak Aulia Maulidah Azhara from class 9e with the class teacher Ibu Lulid SD.

What is the story 'Arutala and Baskara' about?

The story 'Arutala and Baskara' is about the life of Nirfan, a character who faces discrimination and unfair treatment within his family.

What is the significance of the names 'Arutala' and 'Baskara' in the story?

Arutala means 'moon' and Baskara means 'war' or 'sun', symbolizing the contrast between the peaceful nature of the moon and the conflict of the sun in Nirfan's life.

How does Nirfan's family treat him differently from his siblings?

Nirfan's family treats him with less care and attention compared to his siblings, often neglecting his needs and feelings.

What incident leads to Nirfan feeling neglected by his family?

Nirfan feels neglected when his family plans a vacation without including him and when he is blamed for his poor academic performance instead of being supported.

What happens when Nirfan falls ill and his mother finds out about his poor grades?

When Nirfan falls ill, his mother discovers his poor grades and reacts harshly, punishing him by making him hold his hand over a stove, which further exacerbates his feelings of being mistreated.

How does the story depict the change in Nirfan's father's behavior?

The story shows a change in Nirfan's father's behavior when he becomes cruel, even going as far as making Nirfan's mother work as a maid in their own home.

What is the turning point for Nirfan in terms of his relationship with his parents?

The turning point for Nirfan is when he learns the truth about his father's actions and his mother's enduring strength, leading to a realization and a change in his perspective.

What message does the story convey about family dynamics and fairness?

The story conveys a message about the importance of fairness and equal treatment within a family, and the negative impact of discrimination and neglect on a child's well-being.

How does the story end and what does it symbolize?

The story ends with Nirfan's mother comforting him, symbolizing hope and the possibility of a brighter future free from discrimination and unfair treatment.