The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind Gold Test #1

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Who is Khamba?

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William's dog.

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What meal does William skip first after the drought and famine hits Malawi?

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Breakfast.

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What type of sentence is 'William likes milk, but Gilbert prefers water when he’s thirsty'?

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Compound-complex.

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What should you look into to determine the reliability of an unfamiliar site?

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Publisher, author, and content.

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What occupation did most Malawian men pursue?

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Farmer.

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Define 'drought'.

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A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, leading to a shortage of water.

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What is famine?

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A severe shortage of food resulting in widespread hunger.

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Explain the importance of the windmill in the story.

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The windmill symbolizes innovation and resourcefulness in overcoming challenges.

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What role does education play in William's life?

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Education is crucial for William as it empowers him to solve problems and improve his community.

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Define 'compound sentence'.

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A sentence that contains at least two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.