5BIL PRACTICE W17

1. What type of energy do Glenn and Kathy’s house use?

• A) Coal
• B) Oil
• C) Alternative energy
• D) Fossil fuels

2. Why is Glenn and Kathy’s house called an “eco home”?

• A) It produces a lot of energy.
• B) It does not harm the environment.
• C) It uses fossil fuels like coal and oil.
• D) It is very expensive to build.

3. Where is Glenn and Kathy's eco home located?

• A) New Zealand
• B) California, U.S.A.
• C) Australia
• D) Canada

4. Why might Glenn and Kathy use solar panels in their eco home?

• A) They are cheaper than regular electricity.
• B) Solar panels are environmentally friendly.
• C) Solar panels work better underground.
• D) They don’t need electricity in their home.

5. What inspired Glenn to build his underground home?

• A) Watching a movie
• B) Reading a book about underground homes
• C) Visiting an eco village
• D) Listening to Kathy’s idea

6. Why do Glenn and Kathy think eco homes are a great idea for everyone?

• A) They are expensive and luxurious.
• B) They help the planet and look fantastic.
• C) They are easy to build anywhere.
• D) They don’t require any electricity or water.

7. Glenn and Kathy’s eco home uses fossil fuels like coal and oil.

• a) True
• b) False

8. The house has windows and skylights made from recycled glass.

• a) True
• b) False

9. Glenn decided to build an eco home after watching a documentary.

• a) True
• b) False

10. Glenn and Kathy grow vegetables in the mud on top of their house.

• a) True
• b) False