Multiple-Choice Quiz: Energy Sources and Usage

What is a significant disadvantage of nuclear power?

• a. Low risk of accidents

• b. Radioactive waste management

• c. Low energy output

• d. Easy availability of uranium

What is one example of how humans have historically used energy sources?

• a. Nuclear power generation

• b. Wind turbines for electricity

• c. Grinding grain using water power

• d. Solar panels for heating

What is the primary fuel used for electricity generation in many parts of the world?

• a. Coal

• b. Oil

• c. Gas

• d. Biomass

What percentage of the world's electricity is generated using coal and gas?

• a. About 10%

• b. Approximately 25%

• c. Nearly two-thirds

• d. Less than 5%

What is the main disadvantage of using fossil fuels?

• a. They are renewable

• b. They release greenhouse gases

• c. They are cheap to extract

• d. They have no impact on climate change

Which renewable energy source requires large areas of land?

• a. Hydroelectric power

• b. Wind energy

• c. Geothermal energy

• d. Modern biofuels

Why is energy supply important for daily activities?

• a. It helps in space exploration

• b. It enables heating, cooking, and transportation

• c. It powers telecommunication satellites

• d. It's essential for agricultural practices

What is the main advantage of modern biofuels?

• a. Large-scale production as monocultures

• b. High construction costs

• c. Produces less greenhouse gases

• d. Requires large amounts of water

Why are renewable energy sources seen as a solution to energy needs?

• a. They are expensive to produce

• b. They are non-sustainable

• c. They reduce emissions of greenhouse gases

• d. They increase reliance on fossil fuels

What is the main advantage of nuclear power?

• a. Low fuel efficiency

• b. High greenhouse gas emissions

• c. Small amounts of fuel needed

• d. High construction costs