How do paragraphs 2 and 3 develop a central idea in the article?

They state that William was not able to attend school.

They show how William learned things on his own

They explain that others did not care about William’s questions.

They give examples of the types of books William read.
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What does the phrase “pore over” mean as it is used in paragraph 3?

write about

glance at

examine

copy
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Which sentence best describes the relationship between William and the people who doubted him?

William was inspired and delighted by them.

William ignored and then convinced them.

William was concerned and worried about them.

William listened to and then got help from them.
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In paragraph 14, what does the word “marvel” suggest?

They are amazed by what William has done.

They are curious to see what will happen to the bulb

They are worried that William’s experiment may be dangerous

They are ready to have more lights in the house.
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Which quotation shows an effect of success on William’s life?

“Shoppers, farmers, and traders could see William’s tower from the local market.” (paragraph 10)

“From the top of the tower he explained that, by using the power of wind, his machine could create electricity.” (paragraph 11)

“William knew this was his moment—his moment to show everyone he wasn’t crazy . . .” (paragraph 12)

“The story of the boy with only an eighth-grade education who’d built ‘electric wind’ spread across the Internet.” (paragraph 16)
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Based on the information in the article, which of the following is most likely the author’s point of view?

Access to formal schooling is important for success.

Science education is needed to help people flourish.

Curiosity and persistence can lead to change.

Families are the best support system.

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