The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind Chapter 8

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What does the simile 'it spread like grassfire' mean in the context of the sickness in Malawi?

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It means the sickness was moving quickly.

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What evidence from the chapter conveys the central idea of suffering due to sickness?

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'My arms and legs looked like blue-gum poles and ached all the time' and 'the blood of life seemed to rush back into his face.'

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Which phrase helps understand the simile 'it spread like grassfire'?

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'within days'.

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How does the sentence 'THE DOWE IS READY!' contribute to the central idea of chapter 8?

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It highlights the transition from suffering due to famine to hope with the maize crop.

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What is a central idea in chapter 8?

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William and his family struggled to survive when hunger and cholera struck their village, and their suffering was stopped by the dowe.

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech comparing two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

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What does 'central idea' refer to in a text?

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The main point or message that the author wants to convey.

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What is the significance of maize (dowe) in the story?

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It represents hope and survival for William's family and community.

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What does the term 'dehydration' mean?

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A condition caused by excessive loss of water from the body.

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What is the effect of using vivid imagery in writing?

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It helps readers visualize scenes and feel emotions more deeply.