1. What percentage of Chennai’s water needs is met by municipal supply on average?
   a) 100%
   b) 75%
   c) 50%
   d) 25%
   
2. Which areas in Chennai receive more water?
   a) Areas near storage points
   b) Slum areas
   c) All areas receive equal water supply
   d) Rural villages outside the city
   
3. How do middle-class residents in Chennai cope with water shortages?
   a) Digging borewells
   b) Buying water from private tankers
   c) Using bottled water for drinking
   d) All of the above
   
4. What is one of the biggest disadvantages faced by the poor regarding water supply?
   a) They get free municipal water
   b) They have no access to safe drinking water
   c) They can afford bottled water easily
   d) They receive unlimited water
   
5. How is water supplied to Chennai from surrounding areas?
   a) It is transported using a network of underground pipelines
   b) Water tankers bring water from nearby towns and villages
   c) The government provides free water supply to all citizens
   d) There is an abundant natural water supply
   
6. What impact does Chennai’s water demand have on nearby rural areas?
   a) Increased water supply for villagers
   b) No impact as rural areas have separate water sources
   c) Lower groundwater levels due to excessive extraction
   d) Creation of more public water facilities
   
7. According to the Urban Water Commission, what is the standard daily water requirement per person in an urban area?
   a) 50 liters
   b) 100 liters
   c) 135 liters
   d) 200 liters
   
8. What is the main reason slum dwellers in Chennai face severe water scarcity?
   a) They consume excessive water
   b) There is a lack of proper water infrastructure
   c) The government provides unlimited water to them
   d) They have alternative water sources like borewells
   
9. Why do private companies get involved in supplying water to Chennai?
   a) To help the government ensure equal water distribution
   b) To make profits by selling water at high prices
   c) To supply free water to low-income groups
   d) To provide universal access to water
   

What action has the Chennai water department taken to address the water crisis?
a) Implemented rainwater harvesting initiatives
b) Allowed private companies to set their own water rates
c) Increased water tariffs for slum areas
d) Stopped municipal water supply to reduce demand