The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind Chapter 10

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What was William's primary motivation for building a windmill?

Back

To power his family's home and escape poverty.

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Which major obstacle did William face while working on his windmill?

Back

Difficulty in finding suitable materials.

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How did William gather information to build his windmill?

Back

By reading books at the library.

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What kind of materials did William primarily use to build his windmill?

Back

Scrap materials and parts from a junkyard.

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What was the reaction of the villagers when they first saw the windmill?

Back

They were skeptical and thought he was wasting time.

Front

Define 'windmill'.

Back

A structure that converts wind energy into rotational energy for various uses.

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What is the significance of renewable energy?

Back

Renewable energy sources, like wind, are sustainable and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

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Explain the concept of 'innovation'.

Back

Innovation is the process of creating new ideas, products, or methods to improve existing solutions.

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What role does perseverance play in achieving goals?

Back

Perseverance is essential for overcoming challenges and continuing to work towards goals despite difficulties.

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What is the importance of community support in projects like William's?

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Community support can provide encouragement, resources, and validation for innovative ideas.