Vocabulary: Natural Resources and Trade

What is the primary use of palm oil in global markets?

• Jewelry

• Biofuel

• Electronics

• Construction

Which type of coal has the highest energy content?

• Bituminous

• Sub-bituminous

• Lignite

• Anthracite

What does "export quota" refer to?

• Limitation on goods exported

• Tax on imported goods

• Permission to trade freely

• Subsidy for exported goods

Which country is one of the largest importers of palm oil?

• Australia

• Germany

• India

• Brazil

What is the term for the process of turning raw coal into a refined product?

• Harvesting

• Processing

• Mining

• Refining

What is an appropriate way to start a casual conversation with an attaché?

• Comment on the weather

• Discuss politics

• Talk about coal production immediately

• Ask about their family

If someone says, "How was your trip?" what is an appropriate response?

• "I don't want to talk about it."

• "It was great, thank you for asking."

• "Why do you care?"

• "None of your business."

What is a polite way to transition to a professional topic during small talk?

• "Can we stop talking and work now?"

• "Let's get down to business."

• "Enough chit-chat."

• "Speaking of which, may I share a little about South Kalimantan’s trade?"

What percentage of South Kalimantan’s exports is coal?

• 35%

• 20%

• 60%

• 45%

What is the main byproduct of palm oil production?

• Diesel

• Olein

• Methane

• Charcoal