The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind Chapters 4-7

What were some of the challenges faced by William Kamkwamba in chapters 4-7?

• Lack of resources, skepticism from community, pressure to conform

• Lack of motivation, support from community, easy access to resources

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CCSS.RI.1.4

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How did the drought impact the village in the story?

• Increased agricultural productivity, improved water quality, enhanced food security

• Water scarcity, crop failure, and food shortages

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CCSS.RL.7.3

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What innovative solutions did William come up with to overcome the challenges he faced?

• William reduced the scope of the project

• William hired more employees to handle the workload

• William implemented a new software system, conducted regular team brainstorming sessions, and outsourced tasks to specialized vendors.

• William ignored the challenges and hoped they would resolve themselves

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Describe a specific moment where William showed creativity in adversity.

• During a camping trip, William used limited resources to design a makeshift shelter after their tent was destroyed by heavy rain.

• William organized a charity event to raise funds for a local animal shelter.

• William painted a mural on the wall of his room during a power outage.

• William wrote a poem about his struggles during a difficult exam.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Why was it important for William to find a way to generate electricity for his family?

• Electricity is essential for powering appliances, providing lighting, and improving overall quality of life.

• His family preferred candlelight

• To reduce their water consumption

• William wanted to start a new hobby

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

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How did William's family and community react to his inventions?

• Negative and dismissive

• Positive and supportive

• Neutral and indifferent

• Confused and frustrated

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CCSS.RI.1.1

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CCSS.RI.3.1

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What role did William's education play in his ability to innovate and overcome challenges?

• William's education had no impact on his ability to innovate and overcome challenges.

• William's education hindered his ability to innovate and overcome challenges.

• William's education was irrelevant to his ability to innovate and overcome challenges.

• William's education played a crucial role in his ability to innovate and overcome challenges.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Discuss the significance of the windmill in the story.

• The windmill symbolizes industrialization and progress in the story.

• The windmill is a metaphor for the character's love life.

• The windmill represents the protagonist's fear of change.

• The windmill signifies the importance of nature in the story.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

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How did William's determination and perseverance help him succeed in chapters 4-7?

• William's determination and perseverance led to him losing focus on his goals

• William's determination and perseverance caused him to become lazy and unmotivated

• William's determination and perseverance helped him stay focused on his goals, overcome obstacles, and continue working hard despite challenges.

• William's determination and perseverance made him give up easily

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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In what ways did William's story inspire others in the village?

• William's story inspired others through laziness, procrastination, and the power of giving up.

• William's story inspired others through dishonesty, deceit, and the power of manipulation.

• William's story inspired others through negativity, pessimism, and the power of spreading despair.

• William's story inspired others through resilience, determination, and the power of overcoming adversity.

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CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

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