"The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind" Ch. 14 Reading Check

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the word 'eloquent' mean in the context of speaking?
Back
Eloquent means fluent, powerful, persuasive, and articulate in speech.
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CCSS.RI.5.4
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RL.5.1
CCSS.RL.5.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does William mean by saying, 'Where others see garbage, I see opportunity'?
Back
He means that he recognizes the potential in everyday materials to create useful things that can improve their situation.
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CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How did William's parents react to his windmill project?
Back
They thought he was mad.
Tags
CCSS.RI.2.1
CCSS.RI.3.1
CCSS.RL.1.1
CCSS.RL.2.1
CCSS.RL.3.1
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What advice did William give to students about saving Malawi?
Back
He advised them that in science, we invent and create to make our lives better.
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the word 'riot' mean in the context of excitement?
Back
Riot means an uproar in the crowd.
Tags
CCSS.RI.5.4
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RL.5.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the significance of William's windmill project?
Back
It represents innovation and resourcefulness in overcoming challenges.
Tags
CCSS.RI.5.9
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does William's use of materials reflect his creativity?
Back
He uses discarded items to invent useful tools, showing that creativity can arise from limited resources.
Tags
CCSS.RI.5.2
CCSS.RI.6.2
CCSS.RI.7.2
CCSS.RL.6.2
CCSS.RL.7.2
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