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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With OPEC's secrecy regarding oil production levels, what is unclear?
(a) Whether Saudi Arabia will stay the number one oil producer.
(b) Whether OPEC countries are engaged in price inflation.
(c) Whether Saudi Arabia can continue production at high levels.
(d) Whether OPEC countries can produce oil.

2. How many technical papers does Simmons use to build his case?
(a) Over 150.
(b) Over 50.
(c) Over 200.
(d) Over 100.

3. What evidence is there to support Saudi Arabia's claim that there is enough oil in their fields to last forever?
(a) Scientific evidence.
(b) Independent investigations.
(c) Government reports.
(d) Nothing.

4. When does oil exploration begin in Saudi Arabia?
(a) 1910's.
(b) 1920's.
(c) 1930's.
(d) 1900's.

5. What is the name of the Saudi Arabian national oil company?
(a) Saudi Gas and Petroleum.
(b) Saudi Oil.
(c) Saudi Texaco.
(d) Saudi Aramco.

Short Answer Questions

1. In 2005, what is the only country in the world with unused oil capacity?

2. In 2005, the world's demand for oil exceeds what?

3. Where is Matthew Simmons from?

4. What industry does Matthew Simmons specialize in?

5. On March 3, 1938, which well began pumping a significant amount of oil?

(see the answer key)

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