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This quiz allows students to learn how fresh water is used in the USA.

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1.

In what two ways is most of the freshwater in the U.S. used for?
- A.
  
  Irrigation & Public Supply
- B.
  
  Domestic (self-supplied) & Thermoelectric Power
- C.
  
  Industry & Public Supply
- D.
  
  Thermoelectric Power & Irrigation
Correct Answer
D. Thermoelectric Power & Irrigation

Explanation
The U.S. uses water in the following ways:
Irrigation: 40%
Thermoelectric Supply: 39%
Public Supply: 13%
Industry: 5%
Livestock

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2.

Which state uses the most water?
- A.
  
  New York
- B.
  
  California
- C.
  
  Arizona
- D.
  
  Texas
Correct Answer
B. California

Explanation
California uses almost 11% of all freshwater in the U.S.

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3.

Which state uses the most water for irrigation?
- A.
  
  Kansas
- B.
  
  Texas
- C.
  
  California
- D.
  
  Nebraska
Correct Answer
C. California

Explanation
California led the Nation in acres irrigated, about 10,100,000 followed by Nebraska (7,420,000) and Texas (6,490,000).

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4.

Where do most of the irrigation water come from?
- A.
  
  Surface water
- B.
  
  Ground water
- C.
  
  Treatment plants
Correct Answer
A. Surface water

Explanation
About 56,900 million gallons per day are withdrawn from the ground water, whereas 89,700 gallons per day are withdrawn from surface water. Some irrigation water is taken from treatment plants but used mainly on golf courses, parks, and road medians.

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5.

True or False: Most of the water used to produce electrical power in the U.S. comes from surface water?
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
About 99% of water used for thermoelectric power in the U.S. comes from surface water.

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6.

The average family of four uses approximately __ gallons of water per day?
- A.
  
  50
- B.
  
  100
- C.
  
  250
- D.
  
  400
Correct Answer
B. 100

Explanation
It may seem hard to believe, but the average person uses 100 gallons of water each day—that's enough to fill 1,600 drinking glasses. This water use can easily be cut by as much as 30 percent if American households took a few simple steps to use water more efficiently.

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7.

How much of the water on earth is available for people's everyday use?
- A.
  
  More than 50%
- B.
  
  28%
- C.
  
  Less than 1%
- D.
  
  12%
Correct Answer
C. Less than 1%

Explanation
About 75 percent of the earth's surface is covered by water, but less than 1 percent of this is available for people to use. The rest is salt water, locked in inaccessible locations underground, or is frozen in polar ice caps and glaciers.

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8.

How much water can you save per day by turning off the tap while brushing your teeth in the morning and at bedtime?
- A.
  
  Up to 2 gallons
- B.
  
  Up to 4 gallons
- C.
  
  Up to 8 gallons
- D.
  
  Up to 6 gallons
Correct Answer
A. Up to 2 gallons

Explanation
The average bathroom faucet flows at a rate of 2 gallons per minute; by simply turning the tap off, you can save more than 100 gallons of water per person each month.

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9.

Which of the following uses less water?
- A.
  
  Taking a five minute shower
- B.
  
  Taking a bath
Correct Answer
A. Taking a five minute shower

Explanation
Taking a five minute shower uses 10 to 25 gallons of water, while a full tub requires about 70 gallons. If you take a bath, stopper the drain immediately and adjust the temperature as you fill the tub.

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10.

A water-efficient irrigation system may include which features?
- A.
  
  Drip irrigation
- B.
  
  Moisture sensors
- C.
  
  Rain shut-off device
- D.
  
  All of the above
Correct Answer
B. Moisture sensors

Explanation
Inefficient or poorly maintained irrigation systems can waste water and money each month. Look for sprinklers that produce droplets—not mist. Systems with rain shutoff devices and moisture sensors reduce excess watering and runoff.

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Test Your Knowledge About Water Uses! Trivia Quiz

In what two ways is most of the freshwater in the U.S. used for?

Which state uses the most water?

Which state uses the most water for irrigation?

Where do most of the irrigation water come from?

True or False: Most of the water used to produce electrical power in the U.S. comes from surface water?

The average family of four uses approximately __ gallons of water per day?

How much of the water on earth is available for people's everyday use?

How much water can you save per day by turning off the tap while brushing your teeth in the morning and at bedtime?

Which of the following uses less water?

A water-efficient irrigation system may include which features?