Question 9 of 25 Which speaker is most clearly expressing a politically conservative response
to oil shortages in the first decade of the 21st century?
Speaker 1: Our economy is overly dependent on oil. We
need to develop alternative energy sources such as solar,
hydroelectric, and wind power.
Speaker 2: Our economy is overly dependent on foreign oil.
We need to develop more North American oil production
by fracking, drilling offshore, and drilling in the Arctic
National Wildlife Refuge.
Speaker 3: Our economy is overly dependent on foreign oil.
The government needs to do everything possible to
support businesses in oil-producing regions of the United
States such as Texas and Alaska.
Speaker 4: Our economy is overly dependent on oil. We
need to explore all energy options, including ethanol,
biodiesel, clean coal, and even nuclear power.