Natural Resources Quiz

True or False: Renewable resources cannot be replaced.

• True

• False

When we use heat from the earth to generate energy, it is called what?

• hydro-electric energy

• solar energy

• biomass energy

• geothermal energy

Which one of these is NOT an example of biomass?

• wood

• crops

• water

• animal waste

Which one of these is NOT an example of a fossil fuel?

• Oil

• Sun

• Natural gas

• Coal

What is the difference between a renewable resource and a non-renewable resource?

• A renewable resource can be easily replaced while a non-renewable resource cannot be easily replaced.

• A non-renewable resource can be easily replaced while a renewable resource cannot be easily replaced.

• A renewable resource is a natural resource while a non-renewable resource is not.

• A non-renewable resource is a natural resource while a renewable resource is not.

Non-renewable resources are those that...

• can be replaced as the same rate it is being used

• are easily replaced

• cannot be replaced at the same rate it is being used.

• can NEVER be replaced

Which of the the following is an example of a renewable resource?

• sun

• oil

• coal

• natural gas

Which natural resource is one that people need to live?

• water

• forests

• minerals

• fossil fuels

Why is wind a renewable resource?

• It will never run out.

• It is produced in nature.

• It does not produce pollution.

• It is cheaper than non-renewable resources.

Jason is identifying natural resources used to produce many of the items he uses every day. He has identified the source of paper and wood furniture. Which natural resource has he identified?

• water

• forest

• animals

• energy resources