Quiz on Renewable Energy

What does renewable mean?

• Something that won’t ever run out

• Something that is finite

• Something that is harmful to the environment

• Something that can run out

Which of the following is NOT a type of renewable energy mentioned?

• Geothermal energy

• Wind energy

• Solar energy

• Nuclear energy

How is wind energy generated?

• Using hydroelectric dams

• Using solar panels

• Using wind turbines

• Using geothermal steam

What is geothermal energy generated from?

• Wind

• Water from rivers

• Sunlight

• Steam from the Earth

What is hydroelectricity generated from?

• Wind turbines

• Solar panels

• Geothermal steam

• Dams and large water bodies

What is a common use of geothermal energy?

• Cooling homes in summer

• Generating wind power

• Heating buildings in winter

• Capturing sunlight

What do solar panels do?

• Store geothermal energy

• Capture sunlight and convert it to electricity

• Generate wind energy

• Control water flow in dams

Which of the following is a benefit of using renewable energy?

• It is always available

• It is harmful to the environment

• It can replace fossil fuels

• It is more expensive than fossil fuels