Oil Disaster: Gulf of Mexico

What year did the huge explosion on the Deepwater Horizon oilrig occur?

• 2010

• 2008

• 2012

• 2015

How many barrels of oil had polluted the Gulf by July 15?

• 4.9 million barrels

• 3.2 million barrels

• 2.5 million barrels

• 1.8 million barrels

Which US states' coastlines were threatened by the oil spill?

• California, Texas, and Florida

• Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida

• New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut

• Oregon, Washington, and Alaska

What was the depth of water the Deepwater Horizon oilrig was drilling through?

• 5,000 feet

• 10,000 feet

• 7,500 feet

• 3,000 feet

President Obama described the oil disaster as:

• a tragedy

• a catastrophe

• an unprecedented disaster

• a minor issue

What was one of the challenges in stopping the oil leak?

• Locating the source of the leak

• High pressure at the leak site

• Lack of technology

• Environmental regulations

The immediate priority to stop the oil gushing out in the Gulf of Mexico was:

• Capping the well

• Dispersing the oil

• Cleaning the shoreline

• Evacuating the area

Which strategy involves dropping 'Top Hats' on top of leaks in the pipes?

• Patch and Repair

• Seal and Secure

• Cover and Conceal

• Plug and Play

The purpose of using dispersants like Corexit in oil spill management is to:

• Break down the oil into smaller droplets

• Increase the spread of oil

• Make the oil more visible

• Solidify the oil

What are the environmental effects of oil as it enters the ocean?

• Oil spills can lead to the death of marine life and damage to ecosystems.

• Oil in the ocean has no significant environmental impact.

• Oil spills help in the growth of marine plants.

• Oil in the ocean improves water quality.