The Boys Who Harnessed the Wind

Who is the protagonist in "The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind?"

• Gilbert

• Chief Wimbe

• William Kamkwamba

• Geoffrey

What is the primary scientific concept demonstrated by William Kamkwamba in 'The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind'?

• Wind energy conversion

• Solar energy utilization

• Hydroelectric power generation

• Geothermal energy extraction

Which material did William Kamkwamba primarily use to build his windmill?

• Metal sheets

• Wood

• Plastic

• Scrap materials

What is the main purpose of a windmill as demonstrated in the book?

• To generate electricity

• To pump water

• To grind grain

• To provide shelter

Which scientific principle allows windmills to generate electricity?

• Electromagnetic induction

• Thermal conduction

• Chemical reaction

• Nuclear fission

What type of energy transformation occurs in a windmill?

• Kinetic to electrical

• Thermal to mechanical

• Chemical to thermal

• Potential to kinetic

In the context of the book, what is a key benefit of using wind energy?

• It is renewable and sustainable

• It is expensive to maintain

• It requires fossil fuels

• It is limited to daytime use

Which of the following is a challenge faced when building a windmill as described in the book?

• Lack of technical knowledge

• Abundance of resources

• Excessive funding

• Government support

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What scientific tool did William Kamkwamba use to understand windmill construction?

• Physics textbook

• Biology lab kit

• Chemistry set

• Astronomy telescope

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How does the book illustrate the concept of innovation in science?

• By using available resources creatively

• By following strict scientific protocols

• By relying on professional engineers

• By using advanced technology

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