The author writes, "William had been working on the windmill for months --- rummaging for odds and ends in a scrapyard." All the words below are similar in meaning to rummage EXCEPT which?

Question

forage
purchase
comb
scour

Answer 1

The word that is not similar in meaning to "rummage" is "purchase."

• "Forage," "comb," and "scour" all involve searching or digging through something in a somewhat haphazard or thorough way, similar to rummaging.
• In contrast, "purchase" refers to buying something, which does not share the same meaning.

Answer 2

The author explains that "wind power is what's known as a clean, renewable energy source." Which line provides context for the meaning of renewable?
"One day, a book called Using Energy caught his eye"
"Even better, he could use a windmill to power a pump that would pipe water to his family's maize fields."
"Plus, wind will always blow, so it can't be depleted."
"When the wind spun the blades, the bicycle's wheel would start turning, and the dynamo would produce electricity."

Answer 3

The line that provides context for the meaning of "renewable" is: "Plus, wind will always blow, so it can't be depleted."

This line explains that wind is a resource that is continuously available and can be used repeatedly without being exhausted, which is the essence of what makes energy sources "renewable."

Answer 4

The main purpose of the section "Sparked by Electricity" is to ____, while the main purpose of the section "A Treasure Trove" is to ___.
1. explain why William couldn't attend school when he was 13; explain why fossil fuels are harmful
2. explain why William decided to build a windmill; explain how William built his windmill
3. describe the challenges of growing maize in Malawi; explain how bicycle lights work
4. compare various fossil fuels; show William's confidence in his windmill

Answer 5

The best answer is: 2. explain why William decided to build a windmill; explain how William built his windmill.

This option captures the main purposes of the two sections: one focuses on the motivation behind William's decision to build a windmill (related to generating electricity for his family's needs), while the other section describes the process and details of how he constructed the windmill itself.

Answer 6

What lessons can be learned from William's story? Choose THREE
Friends can help you through life's most difficult times.
Education can take place outside a school's walls.
Creativity and resourcefulness are important in solving problems
Persevering in the face of obstacles pays off

Answer 7

From William's story, the following three lessons can be learned:

1. Education can take place outside a school's walls. - William's journey illustrates that learning can occur through hands-on experience and creative problem-solving, not just in a traditional classroom setting.

2. Creativity and resourcefulness are important in solving problems. - William used his creativity and resourcefulness to build a windmill from scrap materials, demonstrating the importance of thinking outside the box when facing challenges.

3. Persevering in the face of obstacles pays off. - William faced numerous challenges, but his dedication and perseverance led to success in achieving his goal of building a windmill to benefit his family.

These lessons highlight the value of unconventional education, creativity, and resilience.

Answer 8

Which detail would be LEAST important to include in a summary of the article?
William built a windmill to light his home and power a pump that carried water to his family's farm.
William did not watch TV or play video games as a kid.
A drought destroyed crops and Malawi suffered through a famine.
William found the materials to build his windmill in a scrapyard.

Answer 9

The detail that would be LEAST important to include in a summary of the article is: "William did not watch TV or play video games as a kid."

While this detail provides some background about William's childhood, it is not essential to understanding the main themes or events of the article, which focus on his motivation to build the windmill, the challenges faced in Malawi, and the ingenuity he demonstrated in constructing the windmill. The other details directly relate to his accomplishments and the context of his story.