CHAPTER 24 SECTION1

How has the discovery of oil and natural gas reserves impacted the economic development of Southwest Asia?

• It has led to a decrease in the region's economic growth.

• It has transformed the region into a modern and prosperous area.

• It has had no significant impact on the region's economy.

• It has caused the region to rely solely on agriculture.

What strategic planning might be necessary for a country in Southwest Asia to manage its oil and natural gas resources effectively?

• Ignoring the resources and focusing on other industries.

• Developing infrastructure and diversifying the economy.

• Selling all resources immediately without any planning.

• Relying solely on foreign companies to manage resources.

Analyze how the introduction of electricity and modern infrastructure has changed the lifestyle of people in Dubai over the past 50 years.

• It has made no difference to the lifestyle of people.

• It has led to a decline in living standards.

• It has improved living standards and increased opportunities.

• It has caused people to move away from the city.

Evaluate the role of oil in transforming Dubai from a small fishing village to a modern city. What factors contributed to this transformation?

• The discovery of gold and diamonds.

• The strategic use of oil revenues for development.

• The decline in global oil prices.

• The isolation from international trade.

What reasoning might a government in Southwest Asia use to invest oil revenues in healthcare?

• To decrease the population growth rate.

• To improve the quality of life and increase life expectancy.

• To reduce the need for foreign workers.

• To limit access to healthcare services.

How might the presence of large oil reserves influence the geopolitical strategies of countries in Southwest Asia?

• It would have no influence on geopolitical strategies.

• It would lead to increased isolation from global affairs.

• It would encourage alliances and trade partnerships.

• It would result in a focus on agricultural development.

Discuss the potential environmental challenges that might arise from the extensive extraction of oil and natural gas in Southwest Asia.

• There would be no environmental challenges.

• It could lead to significant environmental degradation.

• It would improve the natural landscape.

• It would result in cleaner air and water.

What evidence supports the idea that oil and natural gas have been crucial to the modernization of Southwest Asia?

• The region has remained underdeveloped.

• The construction of modern cities and infrastructure.

• The decline in population and economic activity.

• The lack of technological advancements.

How might the economic reliance on oil and natural gas affect the future economic stability of Southwest Asia?

• It ensures permanent economic stability.

• It poses risks if global demand for oil decreases.

• It guarantees continuous economic growth.

• It has no impact on future economic stability.

What strategic actions could Southwest Asian countries take to prepare for a future with reduced oil demand?

• Continue to focus solely on oil production.

• Diversify their economies and invest in renewable energy.

• Ignore global economic trends.

• Increase oil production to compensate for lower prices.