Germany's Nuclear Power Exit Quiz

What significant event in 2023 marked the end of an era for Germany?

• The end of nuclear power

• The closure of its last coal mine

• The opening of a new gas pipeline

• The launch of a new renewable energy initiative

Which country is mentioned as building new nuclear power plants despite its past nuclear disaster?

• Japan

• France

• United States

• China

What event in 2022 caused Germany to reconsider its energy policy?

• The invasion of Ukraine by Russia

• A financial crisis

• A major earthquake

• A severe drought

What was the public opinion in Germany regarding nuclear power after the Ukraine crisis?

• Few supported nuclear power

• Most wanted to shut down all nuclear plants immediately

• A majority supported extending nuclear power temporarily

• Most wanted to build new nuclear plants

What is a major challenge of relying solely on renewable energy in Germany?

• Public opposition to wind farms

• Fluctuations in energy supply

• Lack of government support

• High cost of solar panels

How does France manage its nuclear power plants differently from Germany?

• By using them only for emergency power

• By exporting all nuclear energy

• By operating them in load-following mode

• By shutting them down during peak demand

What is a key argument for maintaining nuclear power in Germany?

• It is cheaper than coal

• It provides a stable energy supply

• It is the only renewable energy source

• It has no environmental impact

What is a major concern associated with nuclear power?

• Lack of public interest

• Nuclear waste storage

• High carbon emissions

• High operational costs

Which country is mentioned as having a solution for nuclear waste storage?

• Germany

• China

• Finland

• United States

What is the stance of international organizations like the IPCC on nuclear power?

• It should be phased out immediately

• It has no role in reducing emissions

• It is necessary for lowering emissions

• It is too dangerous to consider