Geography Assessment Prep Quiz 1G

Where does natural gas come from?

• From the air

• From sunlight

• From water in our rivers and oceans

• From the remains of plants and animals

Which source of energy uses heat deep underground?

• Wind energy

• Geothermal energy

• Petroleum energy

• Solar energy

How does using a lunchbox instead of using disposable bags conserve energy?

• A lunchbox costs less than a plastic bag.

• A lunchbox can be recycled, but a bag cannot.

• You can use a lunchbox over and over again.

• You can fit more food and drinks in a lunchbox.

Which happens FIRST?

• The cells change the sunlight into electricity.

• The electricity gets stored in special batteries.

• People can use the electricity later at night.

• Sunlight hits the solar cells during the day.

HYDROELECTRIC dams can provide energy for entire communities. What does the prefix HYDRO- mean?

• Energy

• Sunlight

• Water

• Battery

Scientists found groups of fossil footprints. What could this discovery show?

• These animals probably had large teeth.

• These animals might have lived alone.

• These animals might have lived in the ocean.

• These animals might have traveled in groups.

Which sentence is FALSE?

• Fossil fuels are not replaced quickly or easily once used.

• Solar power uses the Sun's energy to generate electricity.

• Natural gas is considered a renewable source of energy.

• Natural gas is found deep underground and used as a fuel.

Which is a non-renewable form of energy?

• Wind

• Solar

• Gas

• Water

Which of the named animals is extinct?

• Panda

• Eagle

• Snake

• Dinosaur

How can you conserve energy in your home?

• Turn the heat up to warm your home faster.

• Turn off lights when you do not need them.

• Open a window and turn on the air conditioner.

• Run hot water as you brush and floss your teeth.