William's Journey to Innovation

Miss Renee from Pasadena Water Empower reads 'The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind,' a true story about William Kamkwamba, a young boy from Malawi who builds a windmill to bring electricity to his village. Despite challenges like dropping out of school due to famine, William learns from library books and constructs a windmill from scrap materials. His success not only brings light to his home but also inspires others, leading to further innovations and recognition. The story highlights the importance of renewable energy and creative problem-solving.

What is the main theme of the book 'The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind'?

• A young boy's journey to become a musician

• A young boy's adventure in a magical land

• A young boy's quest to find hidden treasure

• A young boy's effort to bring electricity to his village

What challenge did William's family face in Malawi?

• Frequent floods

• Political unrest

• Invasion by wild animals

• Severe drought and lack of food

How did William continue his education after dropping out of school?

• He watched educational videos

• He visited a library and read science books

• He learned from his father

• He attended night classes

What inspired William to build a windmill?

• A movie he watched

• A dream he had

• A story told by his grandfather

• A picture of a windmill in a science book

What materials did William use to build his windmill?

• Newly purchased parts

• Wood from the local forest

• Metal from an old factory

• Recycled materials from a junkyard

Who helped William in building the windmill?

• His father and uncle

• His cousin Jeffrey and friend Gilbert

• His neighbors

• His school teacher

What was the community's initial reaction to William's project?

• They ignored it completely

• They were skeptical and mocked him

• They tried to stop him

• They were supportive and excited

What was the outcome of William's windmill project?

• It failed to work

• It was sold to a neighboring village

• It generated electricity successfully

• It was destroyed by a storm

How did William's invention impact his life?

• He received a scholarship to study abroad

• He was invited to speak at a TED conference

• He became a local celebrity

• He started a business selling windmills

What broader message does William's story convey?

• The power of renewable energy and innovation

• The need for government intervention

• The value of formal education

• The importance of traditional farming