- Fufi is a true story from Trevor Noah's childhood.
- It tells the story of Trevor and his pet dog, Fufi.
- The story teaches us about love, freedom, trust and understanding.
- Trevor and his mother move to Eden Park in South Africa.
- At first, they keep two black cats.
- The neighbours believe black cats bring bad luck.
- One day, the cats are killed, and the word "Heks" (Witch) is written on their wall.
- Trevor and his mother become very sad and stop keeping pets for some time.
- Later, they get two puppies, Fufi and Panther.
- Fufi becomes Trevor's dog, and Panther becomes his mother's dog.
- Fufi is beautiful, playful and active.
- Panther is clever and always obeys commands.
- Fufi never comes when Trevor calls her.
- Panther always goes to Fufi and brings her back.
- One day, Trevor sees Fufi jump over the backyard wall.
- He follows her and finds that she visits another family every day.
- The other family calls her Spotty and thinks she is their dog.
- Trevor feels hurt and thinks Fufi does not love him anymore.
- Trevor's mother shows photos and other proof to bring Fufi home.
- She explains that Fufi loves Trevor, but she can also love another family.
- Trevor learns that love does not mean owning someone.
- Later, a thief tries to enter their house.
- The gate falls on Fufi and badly hurts her.
- The family takes her to the vet, but she cannot be saved.
- The vet tells them that Fufi was deaf from birth.
- They understand that Fufi never ignored them because she could not hear.
- They also realise that Panther had always been helping her sister.
- The story ends with an important lesson about true love and freedom.
Academic Contributor:Sindhu P.,HSST English, GGHSS Kallai
Reviewed by:HSE English 4 U Academic Team