Town Tackles Energy Debate

What is the main topic of the town meeting held by Mayor Julia Sanchez?

• Building new schools

• Developing a new power plant

• Improving public transportation

• Reducing taxes

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How much funding will the federal government provide for the new power plant?

• $100 million

• $200 million

• $300 million

• $400 million

Where is the new power plant proposed to be built?

• In the city center

• On unused farmland on the outskirts of the city

• Near the university

• In a residential area

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What are the two types of energy plants being considered?

• A) Wind and hydroelectric

• B) Nuclear and coal

• C) Natural gas and solar power

• D) Biomass and geothermal

Who is Tom Bradshaw?

• The mayor of Hopeville

• A store owner

• A professor from Southwest University

• A real estate developer

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What argument does Tom Bradshaw make in favor of solar power?

• It is the cheapest energy source

• It is free and clean

• It creates the most jobs

• It is the fastest to build

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According to Tom Bradshaw, what does the California Energy Commission report say about sunlight?

• It is less efficient than other energy sources

• One day of sunlight contains more than twice the energy people could use in one year

• It is too expensive to harness

• It is only available in certain regions

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What economic benefit does Vicki Tomlin associate with solar power?

• It will lower taxes

• It will create new jobs

• It will reduce housing costs

• It will increase tourism

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How many new jobs were created in the field of solar power last year, according to the EcoNews website?

• 10,000

• 15,000

• 20,000

• 25,000

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What concern does Carlos Hill raise about solar power?

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