David Cameron wants Lower Energy Bills

David Cameron wants Lower Energy Bills

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Social Studies, Business, Biology

University

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The video discusses the challenges of high energy bills and the government's efforts to address them. It highlights the benefits of insulation and double glazing, consumer struggles with energy costs, and the role of energy companies. The Energy Summit's outcomes and consumer advice for saving on energy bills are covered. The video also examines energy company profits, investments, and the government's limited influence over the private energy sector, emphasizing the need for a competitive market.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the government's visit to the block of flats in West London?

To observe energy-saving measures like insulation and double glazing

To announce a new housing policy

To inspect the quality of the flats

To meet with local residents about their concerns

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main message from the Energy Summit regarding consumer actions?

Consumers should reduce their energy usage by 50%

Consumers should protest against high energy prices

Consumers should rely on government subsidies

Consumers should switch energy providers to save money

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do energy companies claim they need to make large profits?

To expand their business overseas

To reduce consumer energy bills

To fund investments in new energy sources and power stations

To pay higher salaries to their executives

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the challenges the government faces with energy companies?

The government wants to nationalize the energy sector

Energy companies refuse to meet with government officials

The government has limited power over private energy companies

Energy companies are not profitable enough

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common public perception about energy companies mentioned in the video?

They are making excessive profits

They are reducing energy prices

They are struggling financially

They are environmentally friendly