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Who knocked on the door of primary school in Kenya?
Kimani Maruge
When did Kimani Maruge knocked on the door of primary school in Kenya?
On 12, January 2004
Why was Kimani Maruge not an ordinary first grader?
He was 84 years old.
When and where was Kimani Maruge born?
Kenya in 1920
Why was Kimani Maruge unable to attend school?
He was unable to pay for the school fees.
What was Kimani Maruge's profession?
He was a farmer.
When did Kenya become independent?
In 1963
When did Kenyan government offer free education?
2003
Why wasn't it easy for Kimani Maruge to attend school?
Many of the parents didn't want old man in their children's class.
Who helped Kimani Maruge to attend school?
The school principle, Jane Obinchu.
How was Kimani Maruge as a student?
He was a motivated and successful student.
What subjects did Kimani Maruge study?
Swahili, English and Math
By what grade Kimani Maruge became the school's leader?
By the second grade.
Up to what grade did Kimani Maruge stay in school?
Up to 7th grade.
Why was Kimani Maruge forced to move to a refugee camp?
Due to fighting in the village.
What did Kimani Maruge do in the home for the elderly?
He taught some illiterate resident to read and write.
