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Everyday Energy

Quiz by Nicole Garcia

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  • Q1
    A rollercoaster car at the top of the hill, an archer preparing to release an arrow, and a lake that sits above a dam are all examples of what kind of energy?
    consumption of energy
    gravitational energy
    kinetic energy
    potential energy
    120s
  • Q2
    What does the author describe in the passage?
    the consequences of drought for people who rely on dams
    the ways in which potential energy is converted to kinetic energy
    the history of human energy use in the United States
    the best reasons to build new dams in the American Southwest
    120s
  • Q3
    The conversion of stored potential energy into kinetic energy can also be harnessed to power homes, factories and entire cities. Which example from the text supports this conclusion?
    the archer
    the slingshotting comet
    the softball pitcher
    the Hoover Dam
    120s
  • Q4
    Which of the following conclusions is supported by the text?
    Professional athletes should study the science of energy to play better.
    Nuclear power is the most efficient king of energy for powering cities.
    Drought is a serious problem for farmers in the American Southwest.
    Dams power cities by converting stored potential energy into kinetic energy.
    120s
  • Q5
    What is this passage mainly about?
    The movement of comets through our solar system.
    The conversion of potential energy into kinetic energy.
    The unusual properties of water molecules in rivers.
    The scientific forces behind our favorite roller-coasters.
    120s
  • Q6
    Read the following sentences: "The Arizona and Nevada spillways are two means by which the waters of Lake mead can escape the dam. As the lake water tumbles over the walls into a spillway, potential energy is instantly converted into kinetic energy." As used in the passage, what does the word "spillway" mean?
    A place where water flows into nearby farms, watering crops.
    A place where water flows over the top of a dam, creating energy.
    A place where water flows underground, into tunnels.
    A place where water accidentally spills, causing problems for engineers.
    120s
  • Q7
    Choose the answer that best completes the sentence below. "The conversion of stored potential energy into kinetic energy can be harnessed to power homes, factories and entire cities. ________, the Hoover Dam provides power to California, Nevada and Arizona.
    Even though
    For instance
    Initially
    However
    120s

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