U.A.E. Says No Cut to Oil Output

The transcript covers three main events: a hostage situation in Sydney's financial district where hostages fled during a standoff with police, with political motives suggested by Prime Minister Tony Abbott. The UAE's decision to maintain OPEC's oil output despite falling prices, emphasizing market self-stabilization. Lastly, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's landslide election victory, despite low voter turnout, strengthening his political mandate.

What was the motive behind the gunman's actions in the Sydney hostage situation?

• Religious beliefs

• Personal vendetta

• Political reasons

• Financial gain

What decision did the UAE make regarding oil production despite potential price drops?

• Maintain current output

• Increase output

• Cut output

• Hold an emergency meeting

What was the agreed target for oil production by OPEC in November?

• 30 million barrels a day

• 25 million barrels a day

• 35 million barrels a day

• 20 million barrels a day

What was the outcome of the early election in Japan for Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's coalition?

• Lost majority in the lower house

• Gained a simple majority

• Won more than two-thirds of the lower house

• Failed to secure any seats

What was notable about the voter turnout in Japan's early election?

• Highest in the post-war era

• Average turnout

• Turnout was not recorded

• Lowest in the post-war era