The Gentlemen of the Jungle by Jomo Kenyatta

These flashcards cover key vocabulary and concepts from Jomo Kenyatta's 'The Gentlemen of the Jungle', aiding understanding of the allegorical nature of the story.

Elephant

A large mammal known for its intelligence and strong social bonds, symbolizing a deceitful ally in the story.

King of the Jungle

A title often given to the lion, representing authority and power in the animal kingdom.

Commission of Enquiry

A formal investigation established to examine the dispute between the man and the elephant.

Misunderstanding

A failure to understand something correctly; a key theme in the conflict between the man and the elephant.

Sacred duty

A moral obligation perceived by the elephant to protect the interests of his friend, although it led to selfish behavior.

Compromise

An agreement reached by each party making concessions; the outcome of the Commission's findings.

Impartiality

The principle of not being biased or having a preference; emphasized as a trait of the Commission members.

African symbol

Referring to the man in the story, who represents the African people in the context of colonialism.

European colonizers

Represented by the animals in the story, reflecting their exploitation and dominance over African peoples.

Independence

The state of being free from the control of a foreign power; mentioned in context with Kenya’s struggle for freedom.