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WorksheetsCP Quiz on Renewable vs. Nonrenewable Resources ESS3.1
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is a renewable resource?
A resource that is always finite
A resource that cannot be replaced
A resource that can be replenished naturally
A resource that takes millions of years to form
Which of the following is a nonrenewable resource?
Wind
Sunlight
Water
Coal
Why is it important to use renewable resources?
They help preserve the planet for future generations
They are limited and can run out
They are harder to find
They are more expensive
Which resource is considered renewable?
Oil
Wind
Natural Gas
Coal
What does sustainability mean?
Focusing only on nonrenewable resources
Using resources without depleting them
Ignoring future generations
Using as many resources as possible
What is an example of a nonrenewable resource?
Sunlight
Wind
Water
Oil
What is the main characteristic of renewable resources?
They are expensive
They can be replenished naturally
They are harmful to the environment
They are finite
Which of the following is NOT a renewable resource?
Geothermal energy
Coal
Wind
Sunlight
Why are nonrenewable resources considered treasures?
They are abundant
They can be replaced quickly
They are limited and valuable
They are always available
What shift is happening today regarding resource use?
A shift to ignore environmental concerns
A shift towards more nonrenewable resources
A shift to use only coal
A shift back to renewable resources
What is a key benefit of using renewable resources?
They are always expensive
They deplete quickly
They are harmful to the environment
They help reduce environmental harm
Which of the following is a characteristic of nonrenewable resources?
They are always replenishing
They are finite and can run out
They are never used up
They are always cheap
What is an example of a renewable resource?
Natural Gas
Oil
Sunlight
Coal
Why is it important to differentiate between resource types?
To use more nonrenewable resources
To ensure sustainability
To ignore environmental concerns
To deplete resources faster
What does the term 'finite' mean in the context of resources?
Unlimited
Always available
Limited and can run out
Easily replenished
