The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind

Who is the main character in the film?

• William Kamkwamba

• Trywell Kamkwamba

• Agnes Kamkwamba

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What is the main lesson of the film?

• The value of education and perseverance

• The importance of money

• The fun of playing games

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What does William want to build to help his village?

• A car

• B windmill

• C house

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What motivates William to build the windmill?

• To make his family proud

• To impress his friends

• To help his village survive the drought

• To win a school competition

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What is the main characters name?

• Gilbert

• Geoffrey 

• Chief Wimbe

• William Kamkwamba

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How does William convince his father to let him use the bicycle for the windmill?

• He promises to build a better bicycle

• He explains the importance of the windmill for irrigation

• He trades the bicycle for school fees

• He repairs the family radio in exchange

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What is the significance of the school library in the film?

• It is where William hides from bullies

• It provides William with the knowledge to build the windmill

• It is the only place William feels safe

• It is where William meets new friends

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What challenges does William face while building the windmill?

• Lack of tools and materials

• Opposition from the village chief

• His family's skepticism

• All of the above

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Discuss the significance of William’s ingenuity and resourcefulness in the context of the film’s setting.

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Explain the role of education in the film and how it impacts William’s journey.

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