The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind Test

What is the main reason William decides to build a windmill in "The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind"?

• To become famous in his village.

• To pump water for irrigation to fight famine.

• To generate electricity for his family's house.

• To win a science fair at school.

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5.8D

How does the setting of Malawi affect the story's plot?

• It has no significant impact on the story.

• The frequent power outages and famine highlight the importance of William's windmill.

• The urban setting makes it easy for William to find materials for his windmill.

• The cold climate makes the windmill unnecessary.

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5.8D

Which theme is most prominent in "The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind"?

• The importance of education

• The battle between good and evil

• The impact of technology on society

• The strength of family bonds

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5.8A

What motivates William to keep working on his project despite many people doubting him?

• The desire for wealth

• The need to prove himself

• The hope to save his village from famine

• The wish to leave his village

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CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.W.6.9A

Predict what might have happened if William had given up on building the windmill.

• His family would have moved to a different village.

• The village would have continued to suffer from famine.

• Someone else in the village would have built the windmill.

• The village would have received government assistance.

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5.6C

How does William's invention impact his community?

• It leads to widespread jealousy.

• It has no significant impact.

• It brings hope and leads to agricultural improvements.

• It causes conflict within the community.

Compare and contrast William with his father. How do their views on solving the famine differ?

• Both believe in traditional farming methods.

• William believes in innovation, while his father trusts in tradition.

• Both are eager to adopt new technologies.

• William trusts in tradition, while his father is open to innovation.

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5.6C

What role does education play in William's success?

• It has no role; he succeeds through trial and error alone.

• Education from school provides him with all the necessary knowledge.

• Self-education and resourcefulness play crucial roles in his achievements.

• Only his formal education is highlighted as important.

Identify the meaning of the word "innovation" as used in the context of the story.

• The process of making someone stronger

• The action of coming to live in a foreign country

• The act of introducing new ideas, devices, or methods

• The process of preserving traditions

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Evaluate the impact of the setting on William's character development.

• The setting has no impact on his development.

• The challenges of his environment push him to become innovative and resilient.

• The urban setting makes him yearn for a simpler life.

• The setting discourages him from pursuing his dreams.

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CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.3