Exploring Chapter 15 of The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind

William Kamkwamba travels to Arusha for a TED conference, where he meets Tom Reilly and learns about technology, including the internet. He shares his story of building a windmill in Malawi, which inspires many. After the conference, he returns home, implements improvements, and continues his education. He later visits the USA, reflecting on his journey and the potential for future innovations.

What was William's initial impression of Tanzania compared to Malawi?

• Tanzania was completely different from Malawi.

• Tanzania was very similar to Malawi.

• Tanzania was less developed than Malawi.

• Tanzania was more modern than Malawi.

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What did Tom Reilly introduce William to for the first time?

• A television

• A laptop

• A smartphone

• A radio

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What was the most amazing thing about TED for William?

• The gadgets

• The breakfast buffets

• The other African innovators

• The internet

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How did the audience react to William's presentation at TED?

• They laughed at his English.

• They were silent.

• They gave him a standing ovation.

• They left the room.

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What did Tom help William do after the TED conference?

• Enroll in a better school

• Find a job

• Move to the United States

• Build a new windmill

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What improvements did William make to his village with the help of donations?

• Installed iron sheets and clean water

• Built a new school

• Started a business

• Opened a hospital

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What nickname did William's parents give him after seeing the changes he brought?

• David

• Joseph

• Moses

• Noah

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What was William's reaction to seeing the windmills in Palm Springs?

• He was disappointed.

• He wanted to go back home immediately.

• He was confused.

• He felt inspired and reflective.

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What did William find most impressive about New York City?

• The food

• The skyscrapers

• The parks

• The people

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What lesson did William take away from his journey?

• Success comes without effort.

• Luck is the most important factor.

• You need to be rich to succeed.

• If you want to make it, all you have to do is try.

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