Chapter 14 and 15 The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind

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What is the main purpose of a windmill?

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To convert wind energy into mechanical energy, which can then be used to generate electricity or perform other tasks.

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How did William improve his windmill to increase voltage?

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William increased the height of the windmill tower so it could catch more wind.

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What were some good things about William's boarding school?

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Solid roofs, large windows, his own desk, and fluorescent lights.

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What were some bad things about William's boarding school?

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Old rusty equipment, dirty bathrooms and walls, bathrooms that did not work, and sharing a bed with a stinky boy.

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What invention impressed William the most at the TED conference?

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The internet and Google.

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Why did Mr. Mchazime want the media to meet William?

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To show that talent and genius were being lost because of poverty and poor education, and to seek help.

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What advice did William give to students for saving Malawi?

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He told them that in science, we invent and create to make our lives better.

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What is a dynamo?

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A device that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy, often used in windmills.

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What role does education play in innovation according to William?

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Education provides the knowledge and inspiration needed to invent and create solutions to problems.

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What is the significance of the TED conference in William's journey?

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It provided him with exposure to new ideas and technologies, inspiring him to innovate.