Energy Sources Quiz

A solar cell uses the power of the Sun to produce electricity.

• True

• False

Fossil fuels are a renewable resource.

• True

• False

Geothermal energy is obtained and used by harnessing the heat from below Earth's surface.

• True

• False

Reducing the amount of resources we use will allow resources to be saved for a later time.

• True

• False

Fossil fuels come from the atmosphere and hit Earth many years ago.

• True

• False

Which type of energy would best be used in an area with a lot of hot springs?

• hydroelectricity

• solar energy

• wind energy

• geothermal energy

Which of the following is not an alternative energy source?

• hydroelectricity

• wind energy

• natural gas

• biomass

Which of the following is not an advantage to alternative energy sources?

• Solar power is abundant as a resource.

• Hydroelectric dams block rivers and streams.

• Biomass energy uses waste products to create energy.

• Wind energy can be generated day and night.

Lilly learned that fossil fuels contain a lot of energy. Which is why fossil fuels are considered nonrenewable resources?

• Fossil fuels are essential to civilization.

• Fossil fuels cannot be replaced fast enough for future use.

• Fossil fuels are easily renewed.

• Fossil fuels are alternative energy sources.

How does using public transportation, like buses and trains, help to conserve fossil fuels?

• Taking public transportation has more people using less fossil fuels

• Taking public transportation allows for more people to us public transportation

• Taking public transportation is more dangerous