Figurative Language
What does the simile "it spread like grassfire" mean in Chapter 8 of The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind?
The sickness spread quickly.
Which central idea is expressed in Chapter 8 of The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind?
William and his family struggled to survive when hunger and cholera struck, but the maize crop grew.
What structure is used in Chapter 8, when describing the problems and then the solution of the community's struggles?
Problem/Solution.
What can we infer about William based on what he says in Chapter 8?
He is optimistic and hopeful.
In Chapter 8, William compares himself to seeds planted on fertile soil. What does this allusion help show about the central idea of the chapter?
It suggests that William and his community have hope and are ready to grow and thrive despite past difficulties.
Which word or phrase helps us understand the meaning of the simile “it spread like grassfire. Within days hundreds were sick...”?
Within days.
What piece of evidence supports the idea that many people died in Chapter 8?
“Within days, hundreds of people were sick and twelve had died.”
What does the sentence “THE DOWE IS READY!” represent in the chapter’s structure?
It introduces the solution to the problems.