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The Power of Solar Energy- Main Idea

The Power of Solar Energy- Main Idea

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English

5th Grade

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Roseann Dixon

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

1. Which statement summarizes the passage?

A. Solar panels are expensive to install in homes.

B. Solar energy is a growing power source with benefits and limitations.

C. Scientists are studying new types of energy.

D. Some areas do not have access to electricity.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

2. Which detail supports the idea that solar energy is useful?

A. Solar panels depend on sunlight.

B. Solar panels do not work at night.

C. Solar panels are expensive to install at first.

D. Solar panels can reduce electricity costs over time.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

3. Based on the passage, why is solar energy important in some areas?

A. It replaces all other energy sources.

B. It provides electricity where traditional power is limited.

C. It increases the cost of electricity.

D. It works best during storms.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

4. What is the meaning of the word convert as used in paragraph 2?

A. to remove completely

B. to store for later use

C. to change from one form to another

D. to reduce in size

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

5. Which statement describes a challenge of solar energy?

A. It produces harmful pollution.

B. It depends on sunlight to produce energy.

C. It is only used in large cities.

D. It cannot be used in homes.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

5 mins • 1 pt

6. Why does the author include information about scientists in the final paragraph?

A. to explain how solar panels are built

B. to compare solar energy to other energy sources

C. to show that solar energy is no longer useful

D. to describe efforts to improve solar energy use

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