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Energy Argumentation Unit HIstory of Energy Use Energy and the Environment Non-Renewable Energy 1. In the first paragraph, how does the author explain the process used to create fossil fuels for energy? 2. What does the article explain are the major advantages and disadvantages of using fossil fuels for energy? 3. The author writes, "fossil fuels are non-renewable and will eventually run out because we are using them much faster than they can be restored within the earth." What is the meaning of the word "restored" in this sentence and how does it help you understand the definition and meaning of "Non-renewable"? what evidence does the author provide to support this claim? 4. what evidence does this text provide that influences your understanding of energy, energy sources, and energy usage? In what ways? one Fracking minute Geography for kids Facts for Now natural Gas Facts for Now Renewable energy Fracking Fury
The Costs of Fracking 1. According to the two paragraphs, what are the two primary types of consequences that are caused by fracking? 2. In the second paragraph, the authors write, “In this report, we document those costs – ranging from cleaning up contaminated water to repairing ruined roads and beyond.” Based on this sentence, what kind of evidence should the reader look for in their article? 3. What types of environmental costs does the article detail? 4. What argumentative premises and evidence does this text provide that influence your understanding of or perspective on the issue/problem of hydraulic fracturing (fracking) in the United States ? Why Cuomo 1. Rendell states he was the Governor of Pennsylvania from 2003-2011. What does this information suggest is likely to be his perspective on energy and energy policy? How does this information affect the reader? 2. Like the Environmental America article, Rendell focuses on the economic consequences of the issue of fracking. How is his position on how fracking affects the economy different from that of Environmental America’s? 3. In the third paragraph, Rendell says the nation is at an “energy crossroads.” What does he mean by this? How does Rendell define the context of the debate? According to him, what choices regarding energy use do we have? 4. What reasons and evidence does Rendell provide to support his claim that “we should be using more, not less of it (natural gas)? 5. In the middle of the text, Rendell clearly states, “We can enjoy the benefits of gas production while also protecting the environment.” What benefits does Rendell’s discuss? What evidence does he provide to support these suggestions? 6. According to Rendell, are there environmental risks with fracking? How does he use “environmental concerns” to help support his argument?