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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is Matthew Simmons from?
(a) Texas.
(b) Alabama.
(c) Georgia.
(d) Louisiana.

2. When was the first significant oil find in the Middle East?
(a) 1918.
(b) 1908.
(c) 1938.
(d) 1928.

3. Who insists that Saudi Arabia will continue to be able to meet the demand for oil?
(a) OPEC.
(b) Economic researchers.
(c) The United States.
(d) Saudia Arabian government.

4. Where is the Spindletop field located?
(a) Louisiana.
(b) Texas.
(c) California.
(d) Alaska.

5. Approximately how much does it cost to dispose of the water generated by oil production?
(a) $40 billion per month.
(b) $40 billion over the life of a well.
(c) $40 billion per year.
(d) $40 billion per week.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who did the United States government ask to investigate Saudi Arabia's ability to meet global oil demands?

2. When did prorating end?

3. After drilling begins, the estimates are adjusted based on what?

4. Saudi Arabia becomes an oil super power when whose oil production declines?

5. Who was the first king of Saudia Arabia?

(see the answer key)

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