Lesson 5: Life on a River (Part 2)

What is hydropower?

• Energy generated from the sun

• Energy produced from the power of flowing water

• Energy derived from wind

• Energy created by burning fossil fuels

What are hydroelectric power plants built on or near?

• Mountains

• Lakes

• Sources of water

• Deserts

Which factors affect the amount of energy produced by a hydropower plant?

• The color of the water and its temperature

• The volume of flowing water and the height from which it flows

• The type of fish in the river

• The weather conditions

Which river forms the border between Oregon and Washington?

• Mississippi River

• Columbia River

• Niagara River

• Tigris River

What historical use of water power is mentioned that dates back more than 2,000 years?

• Generating electricity

• Grinding wheat into flour using water wheels

• Transportation of goods

• Cooling buildings

In which century did the ancient Egyptians use water power for irrigation?

• First century CE

• Third century BCE

• Fifth century CE

• Second century BCE

How is water viewed as a source of energy in countries with large rivers?

• As a non-renewable resource

• As a temporary solution

• As a renewable energy source

• As an unreliable source

What alternative energy sources are mentioned to work better in the MENA region compared to hydropower?

• Geothermal and biomass

• Solar and wind power

• Coal and natural gas

• Nuclear energy

What is a major issue facing the MENA region regarding water?

• Excess water supply

• Water scarcity

• Flooding

• Water pollution

What is one of the biggest threats to river ecosystems in the MENA region?

• Water scarcity

• Overpopulation

• Pollution caused by humans

• Natural disasters