CLEAN : North Dakotas oil boom

The video discusses the transformation of Williston, North Dakota, from a quiet farming community to a booming oil hub due to fracking technology. This has led to economic growth, a budget surplus, and low unemployment, attracting job seekers. However, it has also caused housing shortages, increased living costs, and strained public services. The rapid development has created social challenges, with some locals wishing for pre-oil times. Despite these issues, the oil industry continues to expand with thousands of wells planned.

What technological advancement in 2008 significantly changed the economy of Williston, North Dakota?

• Nuclear power

• Hydraulic fracturing

• Wind turbines

• Solar energy

What was one of the major economic benefits North Dakota experienced due to the oil boom?

• Increased tourism

• A billion dollar budget surplus

• Higher education funding

• Decreased taxes

What is one of the main challenges faced by new arrivals in Williston due to the oil boom?

• Limited educational facilities

• Poor internet connectivity

• Scarcity of housing

• Lack of job opportunities

How have rising living costs affected locals in Williston?

• They have better healthcare access

• They have more disposable income

• They enjoy lower utility bills

• They face financial hardships

What is the future outlook for oil development in North Dakota?

• It is expected to decline

• It is just beginning with more wells planned

• It will stabilize with no further growth

• It has reached its peak