35. Watch this video about OPEC. Explain what happened in 1973 in the U.S. when those countries placed an embargo on oil production. (held back supplies)
In 1973, OPEC countries placed an embargo on oil production in response to the United States' support for Israel during the Yom Kippur War. This led to a severe oil crisis in the U.S., causing oil prices to quadruple and gasoline shortages across the country. Many gas stations were forced to limit the amount of gasoline they sold to customers, leading to long lines and rationing. This crisis highlighted the U.S.'s dependency on foreign oil and sparked efforts to increase domestic oil production and energy conservation.
