The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind-Picture Book

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What is the main message of the story 'The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind'?

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Never give up, even when things are hard.

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What does the word 'harnessed' mean in the title 'The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind'?

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Controlled or used.

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Complete the sentence: Some of the villagers made fun of William ____ they saw his windmill light up a bulb.

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until.

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What problem does William face in the story?

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His village is suffering from a drought and famine.

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What evidence shows that building the windmill took a lot of work?

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William spent a week in the junk yard looking for pieces he could use to build the windmill.

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What is a windmill?

Back

A structure that converts wind energy into mechanical energy.

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Why is perseverance important in the story?

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It shows that hard work and determination can lead to success.

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What role does creativity play in William's journey?

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William uses creativity to solve problems and build the windmill.

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How does the community react to William's invention at first?

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They make fun of him.

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What does William's windmill ultimately provide for his village?

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It provides electricity and hope.