The Big Thirst

Why did NASA bathe the Space Shuttle in water on takeoff?

• To keep the rocket from burning up
• To keep the astronauts from heating up
• To keep the rocket from breaking apart due to vibrations
• All of the above

What is the number one use of residential water in the United States?

• Washing laundry
• Flushing toilets
• Bathing (includes baths and showers)
• Watering the lawn

Where does Las Vegas get most of its water?

• Mississippi River
• Groundwater
• Pacific Ocean
• Lake Meade

Which city receives the least amount of rainfall?

• Los Angeles
• Reno
• Asheville
• Las Vegas

When was the "Golden Age of Water"?

• 18th century
• 19th century
• 20th century
• 21st century

What is meant by the 'Golden Age of Water'?

• Water is cheap and abundant
• Water is very expensive
• Everyone has access to clean water
• All value water

Since the year 2000, bottled water industry has rocketed.  But bottled water is not 'smart' water.  Why?

• The perception is that tap water is bad.
• Bottled water is cheaper than tap water
• Bottled water comes from a pristine source
• Bottled water uses water inefficiently and is very expensive.

Orme, Tennessee and Barcelona, Spain, ran out of water for its residents in 2007-08 drought.  How did the cities provide water for their customers?

• They imported water using trucks and ships.
• They melted part of an iceberg.
• They recycled sewer water.
• They desalinated sea water.

Ultra pure water (UPW), just HOH, does not exist in nature.  Why is it produced?

• It tastes good.
• It is essential to clean electronic parts for the computer industry
• It is cheaper than bottled water
• It is healthier for you

How did Atlanta, Georgia solve its water problems?

• It took water illegally.
• Atlanta educated their customers in smart water consumption.
• Atlanta restricted its growth and thereby reduced the amount of water used.
• Atlanta did nothing.