The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind Chapter 9 Reading Flashcard

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What must William build before he can build his large windmill?

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A small test windmill.

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How did William educate himself while he was a 'dropout'?

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He read books from the library at Wimbe Primary School.

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Why does William want to create a windmill?

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To provide power and freedom to his people.

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What piece of equipment does William realize that he will have to buy for his windmill?

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A dynamo.

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What is the central/main idea of Chapter 9 'The Library'?

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William reads science books from the library and gets the idea to build a windmill.

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What is a windmill?

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A structure that converts wind energy into rotational energy to generate power.

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What role does education play in William's journey?

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Education empowers William to innovate and solve problems for his community.

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What is the significance of the library in William's life?

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The library provides William with access to knowledge and inspiration for his projects.

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What is a dynamo?

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A device that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy.

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How does listening to science radio contribute to William's learning?

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It exposes him to new ideas and concepts related to science and technology.