Fracking Quiz
5 Questions
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How much do you know about fracking?
Questions and Answers
- 1.
The most common purpose for fracking in the U.S. is to get
- A.
Petroleum
- B.
Natural gas
- C.
Geothermal energy
- D.
Mineral ores
Correct Answer
B. Natural gas -
- 2.
Fracking works mainly by
- A.
Vertical drilling
- B.
Horizontal drilling
- C.
Surface mining
- D.
Strip mining
Correct Answer
B. Horizontal drilling -
- 3.
The main advantage of fracking is its
- A.
Potential for economic revitalization
- B.
Cost effectiveness compared to other methods
- C.
Lack of environmental impact compared to other methods
- D.
Provision of an alternative energy source
Correct Answer
D. Provision of an alternative energy source -
- 4.
Environmentalists are mostly concerned with the impact of fracking on
- A.
Air quality
- B.
Seismic activity
- C.
Ground water
- D.
Endangered species
Correct Answer
C. Ground water -
- 5.
Which U.S. law exempts fracking from many federal regulations?
- A.
Safe Drinking Water Act
- B.
Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act
- C.
Energy Policy Act
- D.
Clean Air Act
Correct Answer
A. Safe Drinking Water Act -
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