Friction 2

The video discusses the environmental and economic impacts of oil drilling, focusing on the Deepwater Horizon disaster. It highlights the immediate and long-term effects on marine life and the Gulf Coast economy, emphasizing the dangers of oil spills.

What was the primary cause of the Deepwater Horizon disaster?

• A hurricane

• An explosion on the drilling platform

• A volcanic eruption

• A natural earthquake

Which of the following was NOT an immediate effect of the oil spill on wildlife?

• Birds with oil-coated feathers

• Mammals ingesting oil

• Increased fish population

• Coral reefs dying

How does oil affect animals when ingested?

• It boosts their immune system

• It causes liver damage, blindness, and hypothermia

• It makes them more energetic

• It improves their vision

What was the impact of the oil spill on the dolphin population in the Gulf area?

• Dolphin population increased

• Dolphins were unaffected

• All dolphins migrated to a different area

• Nearly half of the dolphins sampled were ill

What economic sectors were most affected by the oil spill on the Gulf Coast?

• Real estate and construction

• Commercial fishing and tourism

• Healthcare and education

• Technology and manufacturing