Themes
What theme is shown when students complain about farm work taking time away from their studies?
Labour and exploitation.
Which character is proud of his role in helping the sow deliver piglets?
King Kong
What incident involving King Kong and the sow excites the boys?
The sow gives birth to piglets while King Kong is present.
Where does the pig incident take place?
The piggery.
Name one style used when King Kong is mocked for his “exclusive charm.”
Sarcasm.
Which theme is highlighted by the suspicion that Mukibi profits from students’ labour?
Corruption and misuse of authority.
Who is described as pompous and loves giving long speeches?
Kisozi.
Why do the boys organize a meeting in Dorm 4?
To protest against “slave labour” on the school farm.
Where is the protest meeting organized?
Dormitory 4.
How is humour created in King Kong’s description of the sow’s behaviour?
By portraying the sow as “efficient” and “tidying up after herself” like a human.
The boys debate how to resist farm work—what theme does this reflect?
Student resistance / protest.
Which student proposes the idea of a go-slow?
Rukia.
Why do most students reject Kisozi’s leadership style during the meeting?
He is long-winded, pompous, and fails to listen to others.
How does the school farm symbolize exploitation?
it represents forced labour where students work, but Mukibi profits from their effort.
Which style is shown when the narrator sarcastically comments on Kisozi’s speeches?
Irony / satire.
How does King Kong’s care for the pigs bring out the theme of human–animal relations?
It shows compassion, loyalty, and responsibility toward animals.
What trait does the narrator reveal when he sarcastically asks King Kong about his “exclusive charm”?
Sarcasm / wit / observant personality
How do the boys plan to resist the farm work without direct confrontation?
By going on a go-slow.
In what way do the dormitories serve as spaces of solidarity and resistance?
They are safe spaces for meetings, debates, and planning protests.
How does the author use dialogue to reveal differences in character?
Through speech patterns: Kisozi is pompous, Rukia is practical, King Kong is boastful.
Which broader social issue in society is mirrored by the students’ complaints against farm labour?
Exploitation of the powerless by those in authority.
Which character is cautious and stays on the other side of the fence during the pig incident?
Mr Karanja.
What conflict emerges between King Kong and Kisozi regarding the pigs?
Kisozi calls pigs filthy, while King Kong defends them passionately.
What does the piggery reveal about students’ attitudes toward certain farm tasks?
Most students dislike and fear piggery duties, finding them unpleasant.
What satirical point does the author make through the students’ complaints about Mukibi?
That leaders exploit others’ labour for personal gain.