Hydroelectric Power Plants Quiz

What is the primary source of renewable energy used by the Three Gorges Dam?

• Wind energy

• Solar energy

• Geothermal energy

• Running water

What is the function of a hydroelectric dam?

• To extract natural gas

• To generate electricity from coal

• To store fossil fuels underground

• To redirect river flow through a large pipe

How does a hydroelectric dam produce electricity?

• By burning fossil fuels

• By harnessing wind power

• By using solar panels

• By turning the blades of a turbine with rushing water

What is the purpose of sealing the penstocks of a dam?

• To increase the flow of water through the turbines

• To reduce the electricity output

• To prevent wildlife from entering the dam

• To hold back excess water during stormy seasons

Which region in China was prone to deadly floods during rainy seasons?

• Guangdong Province

• Shanghai

• Beijing

• Hubei Province

How many turbines does the Three Gorges Dam contain?

• 50 turbines

• 20 turbines

• 32 turbines

• 40 turbines

What was the environmental impact of creating the Three Gorges Dam's reservoir?

• Improved air quality

• Reduced water pollution

• Destroyed historical and archaeological sites

• Increased biodiversity

Which dam holds the record for producing more power than the Three Gorges Dam?

• Itaipu Dam

• Hoover Dam

• Grand Coulee Dam

• Bakun Dam

What factor allows the Itaipu Dam to consistently generate more power each year than the Three Gorges Dam?

• Number of turbines

• Location atop a large waterfall

• Size of the reservoir

• Amount of rainfall

What do governments need to ensure when building power plants according to the text?

• Sustainable environmental and human impact

• Low energy production

• High construction costs

• Short-term benefits only