Balancing Energy Sources Answer Key

Students read an informational passage about renewable and nonrenewable energy, then answer comprehension questions. The passage explains why renewable energy sources are cleaner and more sustainable, while nonrenewable sources remain widely used due to availability and reliability. Students answer questions requiring recall, inference, and explanation of challenges in transitioning to cleaner energy. This activity improves reading comprehension, science literacy, and understanding of global energy issues.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Reading – Informational Passage Comprehension

Science – Understanding Clean vs. Fossil Energy

Critical Thinking – Evaluating Energy Challenges

Writing – Constructing Evidence-Based Answers

This worksheet is part of our Renewable and Nonrenewable Energy Sources Worksheets collection.