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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What word characterizes the gas initiative in Saudi Arabia?

2. Who encourages the assumption that Saudi Arabia can continue to maintain its incredible level of oil production?

3. What kind of crisis will occur if Saudi Arabian oil production declines sharply?

4. How long have Saudi Arabia's heavy producers been operating?

5. A SPE paper says that the best approach to steadily increasing water cuts is to choke back what?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How did the U.S. lose its position as the number one oil supplier in the world? Support your answer with evidence from the book.

Essay Topic 2

Describe at least three Saudi Arabian oil fields, including Ghawar, and explain how they compare to the oil fields across the world. Use specific examples and evidence provided in the book.

Essay Topic 3

Compare the arguments for and against the supposed decline of oil production in Saudi Arabia. Which arguments are effective; which are not? Use at least three examples from each side of the argument in your answer.

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