KYENI GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL

HOLIDAY ASSIGNMENT- 2025

101 FORM 3
ENGLISH
1. You are the Secretary of your School’s Drama club. Your club is holding its second meeting of
the year to discuss the following issues:-

(i) Tour to Nairobi

(ii) Awareness campaign

(iii) Strengthening of drama in the school

The club has a total membership of fifteen. The whereabouts of one member is unknown but two
have sent their apologies and a member from the writer’s club has also attended the meeting. One
matter came up from the previous meeting while a member raised an issue that was not listed in the
agenda of the day. Write the minutes you could take at the meeting. (20mks)

2. CLOZE TEST (10 Marks)

The honey bee is a very unusual kind of insect.(1)……………….…….other insects which live
alone, the honey bee lives as a(2)……………………..…of a community. These bees live

(3) ………………………... in what is known as a bee colony.

The head of the colony is called the queen bee. She is larger than the (4) ………...……….. of the
bees. Her main task in the(5) ……………………. is to lay eggs. Most of the (6)………...………
bees are worker bees while a few are (7)….…….……. ….or male bees.

The worker bees collect nectar and pollen from flowers. The nectar (8)……………… is carried by
the worker bee is deposited in the hive and then converted (9)………..…….. honey. The worker
bees also help look after the young bees. As soon as the (10)…..……………are hatched, the worker
bees feed the young bees with pollen and nectar.

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3. ORAL SKILLS (30 Marks)

a) Read the following narrative and answer the questions that follow

One day all the animals arranged a dance in the plains of the Rift Valley. the safari ant did not have a
girdle belt and therefore he went to his the louse to borrow. And when he was trying it on he said to
his friend, ’’We shall see who dances best between you and I.’’

So they went to the river to wash themselves. when they had washed, they themselves on the rock to
dry. They pit on oil that people wore when they are going to dance. In the end when they were fully
dressed, the louse said to his friend, ‘’Let us see how your new girdle fits with your new sword.
Hmmmm! I think it looks alright but you should tighten it a bit more…’’ and when he heard that, the
safari ant tightened the belt more and more until he made a deep groove on his waistline. The louse
was beside himself with laughter when he saw how tight the belt was. He laughed until his nose
cracked Ha! Ha! Ha! And therefore both insects could not go to the dance.

Questions

i) If you were performing this story, state two ways how you would capture the audience
attention before narration. (2 marks)

ii) How would you prepare yourself to effectively tell the above story? (3 marks)

.(b) (I)Identify the odd one out in the following lists in terms of pronunciation of the underlined
sounds. (3marks)
(i) Van vane vain

(ii) Sure sugar son

(iii) Hare hair heir

(iv) Dough enough though

(v) Gnaw now know

(vi) Think thy thigh

(II) Identify the silent letters in the following words (3mks)

i. Plumber
ii. Fasten
iii. Whole
iv. Foreigner
v. Building

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 vi. Knee

(III) Provide a homophone for each of the following words. (3mks)

i. Lesson
ii. Flea
iii. Bury

(IV) Indicate the kind of intonation you would use at the end of each of the following.
(3mks)

i. She has arrived.

(c) During a presentation, you were interrupted severally by some members of the audience. Give
four reasons why the audience would do so? (4mks)

(e). Your neighbour is being attacked by thugs at his house. You hear the distress call and
decide to call the nearest police station. Below is part of the telephone conversation. Fill in
the missing parts. (5 marks)

You:

Duty Officer: I’m sorry the O.C.S is not at the station for now. Could you please identify
yourself and state what I can do for you?

You:

Duty Officer: That’s very unfortunate. Could you give me the details of your exact location?

You:

Duty Officer: I’ll get in touch with the O.C.S right away and see what we can do about it.

You:

Duty Officer:No, no, it won’t take long. We’ll try to be there as soon as we call. Bye for
now.

You:

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4. Read the poem and answer the questions that follow.

I know a world,

A wond’rous world,

Sweet home of haunting songs

And rolling drums,

‘Tis Africa.

I know a world,

A trampled world,

Partitioned and pawned

In centuries of greed

And still undone,

‘Tis Africa.

I know a world,

A whisp’ring world,

Crammed with the dying lore

Of ancient days,

‘Tis Africa.

A waking world,

Arising now, and fresh

From age-long slumber,

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 Strong after rest,

‘Tis Africa.

Questions

a) Identify the persona in the poem (2 marks)

b) What is the subject matter of the poem? (3 marks)

c) How has the persona described the ‘world’ talked about in the poem? (4 marks)

d) What is the attitude of the persona towards this ‘world’? Illustrate your answer. (2 marks)

e) How does the last stanza contrast with the other stanzas? (2 marks)

f) Identify and illustrate any two features of style used in the poem. (4 marks)

g) Explain the meaning of the following words as used in the poem. (3 marks)

i) lore-

ii) pawned-

iii) Haunting songs-

5. a) Replace the underlined word in the sentences below with a phrasal verb using the word in
brackets. (3marks)

i) Susan postponed her wedding until the burial. (put)

b) Use a suitable proposition to fill in the gaps in each of the following sentences.
(3marks)
i) Mary was accused ………………. shop-lifting in a supermarket.
ii) The accident victim succumbed ………………. his injuries.
iii) He jumped ………………. the plane before it landed.
c) Rewrite the following sentences according to the instructions given. (3marks)
i) He got into trouble with the manager. He had just joined the institution. He had
known this manager for many years. (Rewrite as one sentence beginning: No sooner
….)

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 ii) Mary gave you the expected answer.
(Rewrite in the passive)
iii) The students went back to class after taking supper
(Begin: Having …)
d) Fill in the blank space s with the correct form of the word in the brackets. (3marks)

i) The Independence hero was ----------------------------- by the colonialists. (hanged, hung)

ii) The contractor left the ----------------------------- without paying the workers.

(cite, site, sight)

iii) John claimed that his jacket had ------------------------------ him a fortune. (costed, cost)

e) Replace the underlined phrases with a word of similar meaning in each sentence
(3marks)
i) When driving one should be watchful of people moving on foot.
ii) The audience waited anxiously for the final decision of the magistrate.
iii) Parents were asked to bring new pillows, bed sheets and blankets to the school.

6. FATHERS OF NATIONS (50 QUESTIONS)

1. Explain how the meeting of the Heads of State in Banjul sets the stage for the events in Fathers of
Nations.

2. Describe the sequence of events that leads to the drafting of “Path Alpha.”

3. Discuss the role of the Parallel Movement in shaping the plot of the novel.

4. How does Professor Kimani’s decision to collaborate with the movement advance the story?

5. What role does the African Union Summit play in bringing the characters together?

6. Analyze how the flashback technique helps to reveal the past lives of key characters.

7. Discuss how the conflict between reformists and loyalists drives the plot.

8. How does the author portray the journey of the Heads of State towards unity or disunity?

9. Explain the significance of the hotel scenes in shaping the reader’s understanding of African
leadership.

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10. Discuss the role of the media in influencing the events of the story.

11. How do personal tragedies among the characters affect their political motivations?

12. Discuss the ending of the novel. Does it offer hope for Africa?

13. Examine how the author uses the setting of Banjul to symbolize continental stagnation.

14. Discuss the theme of leadership failure as portrayed in Fathers of Nations.

15. How does the novel explore the theme of corruption in African politics?

16. Examine how betrayal and loyalty are portrayed among African leaders.

17. How does the author depict the theme of disillusionment among intellectuals?

18. Discuss the conflict between progress and tradition in the novel.

19. In what ways does the novel reveal the exploitation of Africa by foreign powers?

20. Explore the theme of unity versus division in the African context.

21. How does the author highlight the role of citizens in demanding accountability?

22. Discuss how greed and self-interest affect the continent’s development.

23. Explain the theme of political manipulation and foreign interference.

24. How is the theme of hope portrayed amidst widespread despair?

25. Discuss how gender is portrayed in the political structures of the novel.

26. Analyze the theme of intellectual activism as represented by Professor Kimani and Dr. Afolabi.

27. Describe the character of Professor Kimani and his contribution to the movement.

28. What qualities make Dr. Afolabi a symbol of integrity?

29. Examine how Comrade Melusi’s background shapes his revolutionary stance.

30. Discuss the portrayal of Reverend Patrice as both a moral and political figure.

31. What does Professor Kimani’s wife represent in the narrative?

32. How does Nyapong’s character reflect the common African politician?

33. Analyze the leadership style of President Nanga.

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34. Explain how Pastor Chika’s dual role as clergy and activist enriches the story.

35. How does the author use female characters to critique patriarchy?

36. What weaknesses do the Heads of State reveal through their personal lives?

37. Discuss how Professor Kimani’s academic background affects his political decisions.

38. Compare and contrast the personalities of Dr. Afolabi and Comrade Melusi.

39. How does irony enhance meaning in Fathers of Nations?

40. Discuss the use of satire as a tool of political criticism.

41. Explain the significance of dialogue in developing character and theme.

42. How does the author employ symbolism to convey political realities?

43. Examine the use of humor and how it softens serious political critique.

44. How does the author use imagery to depict the state of Africa?

45. Explain the role of contrast in presenting differing political ideologies.

46. How does the author integrate realism into his narrative style?

47. Comment on the tone of the novel. How does it reflect the author’s attitude?

48. How does the structure of alternating narratives enhance the plot?

49. Analyze the narrative perspective and its impact on reader engagement.

50. How does the title Fathers of Nations capture irony and meaning in the novel?

7. THE SAMARITAN

1. Explain how the opening scenes introduce the main conflict in The Samaritan.

2. Discuss the ending of the play. What message does it convey?

3. Discuss the theme of justice and injustice in The Samaritan.

[Link] does the play explore the theme of corruption in the legal system?

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5. Explain how greed and materialism are shown to destroy human compassion.

[Link] how the theme of hypocrisy manifests in the actions of society.

[Link] the conflict between morality and law in the play.

[Link] does the author explore the theme of betrayal and trust?

[Link] how media influences justice in the play.

10. Discuss how the author critiques societal judgment and prejudice.

11. What does the play suggest about human selfishness and its consequences?

[Link] does The Samaritan advocate for social reform?

13. How does dialogue enhance realism in The Samaritan?

[Link] the use of irony in presenting moral lessons.

15. How does symbolism strengthen the play’s central message?

16. Explain how the author uses contrast to highlight moral decay.

17. Comment on the use of flashback as a structural technique.

18. How does the playwright use suspense to keep the audience engaged?

[Link] the tone of the play. How does it reflect the author’s moral stance?

20. How does humor balance the seriousness of the play’s themes?

[Link] the use of imagery in revealing societal corruption.

22. How does the playwright use dialogue to reveal hypocrisy?

[Link] how the title The Samaritan captures irony in the play.

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