Oil Discovery and Economic Impact

Ms. Simpson discusses the historical significance of oil in Texas, focusing on the discovery at Spindletop by Patillo Higgins. The video covers the impact of oil on the economy, the creation of boomtowns, and the various uses of oil in everyday products and engines. The lesson concludes with a reminder of the importance of oil and no assignment for the day.

What was one of the major topics discussed in the previous lessons before Higgins and Spindletop?

• The development of the internet

• The discovery of gold in California

• Native American reservations

• The invention of the telephone

What was oil commonly referred to as in Texas due to its value?

• Black diamond

• Liquid silver

• Texas tea

• Yellow gold

Who was the real estate developer that saw signs of oil at Spindletop?

• Henry Ford

• Patillo Higgins

• John D. Rockefeller

• Thomas Edison

What was the main challenge faced by Higgins and his team in extracting oil initially?

• Lack of funding

• Hostile weather conditions

• Government restrictions

• Inadequate tools

What was the significant event that occurred in January 1901 at Spindletop?

• A new law was passed

• The first train arrived

• A gusher spewed oil over 100 feet in the air

• A major earthquake

What role did Anthony Lucas play in the Spindletop oil discovery?

• He was the first to discover oil in Texas

• He was the mining expert who continued the drilling

• He transported the oil to refineries

• He financed the drilling operations

What is a boomtown?

• A town that is known for its historical significance

• A town that is famous for its cultural festivals

• A town that grows rapidly due to economic opportunities

• A town that is located near a large river

Which of the following is NOT a product made from petroleum?

• Wooden furniture

• Shampoo

• Car dashboards

• Bicycle tires

Why is oil important for engines?

• It helps engines to start

• It keeps engines lubricated and prevents overheating

• It powers the electrical components

• It cleans the engine parts

What is the main reason for the absence of an assignment in this lesson?

• The teacher forgot to prepare one

• The students requested a break

• The video was too long

• The students had a lot of reading the previous day