Solar Energy Part 1

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    Archimedes used solar energy to burn Roman ships with big ________ . So he could protect his city from them.

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Explore the intriguing world of solar energy in 'Solar Energy Part 1'. This quiz assesses knowledge on practical solar applications, historical uses, and general facts. It's ideal for learners interested in renewable energy technologies and environmental impacts.

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  • 2. 

    U_____ solar energy is not new. People started to use it a long time ago.

    Explanation
    The correct answer is "using" because the sentence is discussing the action of using solar energy, which is not a new concept and has been practiced for a long time. The word "using" accurately conveys this meaning and fits grammatically in the sentence.

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  • 3. 

    Why couldn't Mr. Harrison finish the report while flying to L.A.?

    • The battery in his computer died.

    • He was tired.

    • He didn't have to do it.

    Correct Answer
    A. The battery in his computer died.
    Explanation
    Mr. Harrison couldn't finish the report while flying to L.A. because the battery in his computer died.

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  • 4. 

    Mr. Harrison is from America.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement states that Mr. Harrison is from America. Since there is no contradictory information provided, we can assume that the statement is true. Therefore, the correct answer is True.

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  • 5. 

    What did Mr. Harrison buy last month?

    • A solar heater

    • A solar backpack

    • A computer

    Correct Answer
    A. A solar backpack
    Explanation
    Mr. Harrison bought a solar backpack last month.

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  • 6. 

    The solar cooker was invented in the 19th century.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The solar cooker was indeed invented in the 19th century. The first known patent for a solar cooker was granted to Horace de Saussure in 1767, and later in the 19th century, solar cookers started to gain more popularity and be used in various parts of the world. The invention of the solar cooker was a significant development in utilizing solar energy for cooking purposes, providing an environmentally friendly and sustainable alternative to traditional cooking methods.

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  • 7. 

    A solar heater and a solar cooker could be used all day.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    They worked only during the sunny daytime.

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  • 8. 

    Mr. Harrison is always concerned about the battery.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    He doesn't have to worry about it.

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