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Alternative Energy Presentations

Total questions: 14

Worksheet time: 7mins

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Class
Date
1.

One disadvantage of a microwave is

a)

it takes up about the same amount of space as a conventional electric oven

b)

it gives off radiation

c)

it makes a noise when it's finished

d)

it's as expensive as a conventional electric oven

2.

A disadvantage of a hybrid cars is--

a)

it can go farther than the most economical gas-powered car

b)

it's more expensive than most gas-powered car

c)

it has both a battery and gas to use for energy

d)

they're built heavier than gas-powered cars

3.

One disadvantage of the Uber system is

a)

you can't choose what kind of car you get

b)

the cars are usually newer and therefore more expensive

c)

most of the cars are hybrids

d)

most of the cars still give off emissions

4.

One advantage of wind turbines on land is-

a)

that crops can still be grown under them

b)

that they don't make any noise

c)

that they don't have any environmental impact

d)

that they can be placed anywhere that it's flat

e)

all of the above are true

5.

One disadvantage of wind turbines is-

a)

they require a lot of space to make a lot of energy

b)

they pose a threat to birds and bats

c)

they're noisy

d)

that strong wind currents aren't always available

e)

all of the above are true

6.

Which of the following are fossil fuels?

a)

(1) oil

b)

(2) natural gas

c)

(3) coal

d)

all of the above

e)

only (1) and (3) answers are correct

7.

An accurate definition of "carbon footprint" would be-

a)

all the carbon a person uses in a lifetime

b)

all the carbon dioxide a person gives off in a lifetime

c)

all the carbon dioxide that is released because of a person's activities

d)

all the carbon dioxide that is taken in by trees

8.

One of the biggest advantages of using solar heating is-

a)

that there are no emissions

b)

that the solar panels are light weight

c)

that not many are needed to make electricity

d)

that the solar panels aren't expensive

9.

One of the biggest benefits of using nuclear power is-

a)

that there isn't any waste

b)

that it's very efficient

c)

that it's cheaper than using fossil fuels

d)

that it's renewable

10.

What is one of the drawbacks (negatives) of geothermal energy?

a)

It's non-renewable

b)

It's too expensive to be a good source of energy

c)

It releases emissions

d)

It is only found in Europe

11.

What is one of the advantages of using hydro-electric energy like that from the Hoover Dam?

a)

(1) It's constant and consistent

b)

(2) It's privately owned so it avoids government regulations

c)

(3) It gives off almost no emissions

d)

(4) All of the above are correct

e)

Only (1) and (3) answers are correct

12.

Tidal and wave power are-

a)

(1) examples of renewable energy sources

b)

(2) not very common world-wide

c)

(3) are relatively expensive to install

d)

all of the above are correct

e)

Only (1) and (2) answers are correct

13.

What is something that is common to the metro rail, buses, and carpooling?

a)

All three are usually electric

b)

All three reduce the amount of emissions given off by commuters

c)

All three move faster than a regular car

d)

All three are commonly found here in Loudoun County

14.

All it takes to make electricity is copper wire and magnets. (careful!)

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE