The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind-Ch. 11 EOG style Questions

What does the phrase "fell into deep concentration" most likely mean in the context of the selection?

• William became frustrated with his work.

• William focused intently on his task.

• William decided to take a break.

• William was daydreaming about his invention.

In the sentence, "The privilege of privacy was mine," the word privilege most likely conveys:

• A feeling of entitlement.

• A special opportunity or advantage.

• A lack of privacy in most situations.

• A burden of being alone.

How does the phrase "I ate my supper like a real working man" contribute to the tone of the selection?

• It creates a tone of frustration.

• It adds a tone of humor and pride.

• It reflects a tone of doubt and hesitation.

• It conveys a tone of sadness.

What is the cumulative effect of the repeated descriptions of effort, such as "heating, melting, and reheating" and "hoisted the machine onto the pole"?

• They emphasize William's frustration with the process.

• They highlight the complexity and dedication involved in building the windmill.

• They suggest that William often makes mistakes in his work.

• They reveal that the project was relatively easy to complete.

Which piece of textual evidence best supports the idea that William was resourceful in his approach to building the windmill?

• “I spent the next hour collecting bottle caps outside Ofesi Boozing Centre.”

• “By the time I finished the chain, the sun was setting behind the trees.”

• “The windmill sat on the bamboo pole for two days, hidden behind the house and out of sight.”

• “Does your father know you’re borrowing this?” he asked.

What textual evidence suggests that William was determined to complete his windmill despite challenges?

• “I jammed the dynamo’s two wires into the radio’s AC socket and Geoffrey unlocked the windmill blades.”

• “I ate my supper like a real working man, saying nothing except to utter a few well-orchestrated grunts.”

• “The main reason for the test was to see if the dynamo produced enough current.”

• “Once we had a grip, I twisted the pole and turned the blades out of the wind’s direction. Then I spent the next two hours fixing the chain.”

Which textual detail supports the inference that William was cautious about others discovering his invention before it was finished?

• “The compound was empty. My sisters were off running errands and my father was attending a funeral in a nearby village.”

• “The windmill sat on the bamboo pole for two days, hidden behind the house and out of sight.”

• “I ate my supper like a real working man, saying nothing except to utter a few well-orchestrated grunts.”

• “We locked up the bicycle wheel and chain to keep them from spinning, then carefully hoisted the machine onto the pole.”

What evidence from the text supports the idea that the windmill project brought William and his friends together?

• “We walked through the forest, looking carefully at each tree.”

• “Geoffrey unlocked the tire so the blades could spin, except we didn’t realize how quickly this would happen.”

• “The three of us met in front of my house one morning with our panga machetes and walked into the blue-gum forest.”

• “By sundown, the tower was complete. It stood fifteen feet high and was remarkably sturdy.”

What is the central idea of the excerpt?

• William faces setbacks and challenges while building a windmill but demonstrates creativity and determination to achieve his goal.

• William spends most of his time repairing his father's radio after it breaks during his windmill experiment.

• William struggles to gain the support of his friends and family for his invention.

• William creates a windmill to win approval from his father and village.

How does William’s use of recycled materials, such as bottle caps and parts from old motors, contribute to the development of the central idea?

• It shows his lack of access to proper tools and highlights his resourcefulness in overcoming obstacles.

• It emphasizes his inability to plan his project effectively.

• It demonstrates his frustration with traditional building methods.

• It shows how the community supports his project by donating supplies.