CC Explicit Info Quiz

A recent Environment Canada report shows that solar panel usage is growing in Canadian households.

According to the infographic, what percentage of Canadian households reported using solar panels in 2023?

A) 12%
B) 18%
C) 24%
D) 31%

According to the infographic, which type of energy is projected to increase the most between 2022 and 2050?

A) Fossil fuel
B) Renewable energy
C) Nuclear energy
D) Transportation fuel

How to Plant a Vegetable Garden

To start a small vegetable garden, choose a sunny spot in your yard. Most vegetables need at least 6 hours of sunlight each day. First, clear the area of weeds and rocks. Then, loosen the soil to a depth of about 12 inches. You can mix in compost to improve the soil.

When planting seeds, be sure to follow the instructions on each seed packet. For example, carrots should be planted ¼ inch deep, while beans should be planted 1 inch deep. Water the garden gently every day, especially during the first two weeks after planting.

According to the information, how deep should you loosen the soil before planting?

A) ¼ inch
B) 6 inches
C) 12 inches
D) 1 inch

Excerpt from a Community Bulletin):

Community Clean-Up Day – Volunteer Instructions

Thanks for signing up to help during Clean-Up Day at Maple Park this Saturday! Please arrive by 8:30 a.m. and check in at the registration tent near the north entrance. We will provide gloves, garbage bags, and safety vests. Volunteers will be assigned to different areas of the park, including walking trails, the playground, and the picnic zone.

Remember: Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Water stations will be available near the washrooms. The event ends at 12:00 p.m., followed by a free BBQ for all volunteers.

According to the bulletin, where should volunteers check in on Clean-Up Day?

A) Near the picnic zone
B) By the playground
C) At the registration tent by the north entrance
D) At the BBQ area

Hey!
I checked out three machines today. The EcoClean 4000 uses the least water and has a delay timer, which is great for saving on hydro costs. The LoadMax is bigger but doesn’t have an energy-saving mode. The third one, SpinPro, is too expensive and doesn’t have the quick-wash cycle you wanted. I think the EcoClean is the best fit.

Let’s decide before the sale ends tomorrow!

—Sanjay
According to the message, which feature does the EcoClean 4000 have?

A) Quick-wash cycle
B) Delay timer
C) Large capacity
D) Energy-saving mode

Hey!
I looked at the internet plans. The SpeedNet Basic plan is the cheapest but only includes 100 GB of data per month. The Ultra plan has unlimited data and faster download speeds, but it costs nearly double. The Flex plan gives 300 GB and is mid-priced. No contract is required for any of them. I’m leaning toward Flex—it seems like the best balance.

Let me know what you think!

—Aisha

According to the message, which internet plan includes unlimited data?

A) SpeedNet Basic
B) Ultra
C) Flex
D) All of them