"The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind" Ch 1-5 Reading Check

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What was Gilbert's father's job?

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District chief.

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Where did the electricity in Malawi come from?

Back

Generated from turbines in a river.

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What machine did the boy make?

Back

A windmill.

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Which of the following did NOT contribute to the low maize harvest in 2000?

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Grasshoppers eating the crop.

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What did the boys make out of shakeshake cartons, bottle caps, and pieces of wire?

Back

Toy trucks.

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What is a windmill?

Back

A machine that converts wind energy into mechanical energy.

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What are turbines?

Back

Machines that convert kinetic energy from water or wind into mechanical energy.

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What is maize?

Back

A type of corn that is a staple food in many countries.

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What is the significance of electricity in daily life?

Back

Electricity powers homes, schools, and businesses, enabling modern conveniences.

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What are the effects of drought on agriculture?

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Drought can lead to crop failure and reduced food supply.