The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Creating Currents of Electricity and Hope Quiz | Four Week Quiz B

William Kamkwamba
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 101 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.

The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Creating Currents of Electricity and Hope Quiz | Four Week Quiz B

William Kamkwamba
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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 7 - Chapters 13 and 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many radio stations were available in Malawi for many years?
(a) 1.
(b) 4.
(c) 3.
(d) 2.

2. What was Uncle Socrates' occupation before he came to live on the farm?
(a) Farmer.
(b) Welder.
(c) Trader.
(d) Tailor.

3. How much did the speed of the windmill blades and the voltage increase after William increased the height of his windmill tower?
(a) Three times.
(b) Four times.
(c) Half again as much.
(d) Double.

4. What year did Trywell's brother, John, die?
(a) 1998.
(b) 1999.
(c) 1996.
(d) 1997.

5. In the shade of what tree did William put his windmill together?
(a) Tolkein.
(b) Acacia.
(c) Blue gum.
(d) Baobab.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kingdom did King Shaka rule?

2. Where did the government produce electricity for Malawi?

3. How far was Chipumba from William's home?

4. When gaga ran low, what did traders mix with it?

5. How far did villagers have to travel to find a man who could get rid of the animal that was killing villagers?

(see the answer key)

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