Energy
Energy from water falling is called __________.
Hydropower or hydroelectricity
What is something that uses electricity at Kuei Shan?
Any reasonable answer will suffice.
What kind of sweets does Mr. Kamkwamba like?
Say one unsafe thing to do on the Internet.
What time does Morning Meeting start every day?
8:30
Thermal energy generated and stored in the Earth is called _________.
Geothermal energy is the thermal energy generated and stored in the Earth.
What country is Mr. Kamkwamba from?
Malawi
Bullying that happens online is called _________.
Cyberbullying
How many syllables are in Ms. K's last name?
3 syllables
What are the two types of energy?
When I rub my hands against my hair, my hair sticks to my hands. What is this called?
Static electricity
Mr. Kamkwamba's family was very poor at one point. Say one hard thing that happened to Mr. Kamkwamba because his family was so poor.
Examples:
1. His dad went blind temporarily.
2. He had to drop out of school.
3. He had to eat one meal a day.
When someone is bullied, most people ________, even though this is not the wisest response.
Most people ignore it.
Corn
Say one disadvantage of renewable energy.
1. It cannot be stored.
2. It is unpredictable.
3. It is expensive.
Which is better, AC or DC power? Why?
AC power is better because it can travel longer distances and the current can change directions.
What kind of crops did Mr. Kamkwamba's family grow on their farm?
Maize (sweet corn)
Yesterday, we read a story about a girl who met a stranger online. Which country is that story set in?
India
What is the date of the last day we spent together at school?
Saturday, May 15th.
Energy can neither be ______ or ______.
What is the unit for voltage?
Volts
Part of this book is written in Chichewa, a language spoken in Malawi. What is the Chichewa word for "crazy"?
masala
What are the three kinds of bullying?
1. Physical
2. Verbal
3. Social
What is the English name of the place we went to for Unit 5 Field Trip? (There were 2 places. You need to say at least one.)