U.S. Energy Policies and Global Events

The video discusses the U.S. ban on Russian energy imports due to the Ukraine invasion, highlighting its impact on the U.S. economy and gas prices. It also covers the global effects on wheat and fertilizer markets, Australia's severe flooding, and the auction of a rare Toyota car.

What was the main reason for the U.S. banning Russian energy imports?

• To reduce global oil prices

• To impact Russia's economy due to its invasion of Ukraine

• To increase U.S. energy production

• To support Russia's economy

How much of its energy did the U.S. import from Russia last year?

• 15%

• 20%

• 8%

• 3%

Which group of people is significantly affected by the rising gas prices in the U.S.?

• Office workers

• Rideshare drivers

• Teachers

• Students

What is one of the main reasons for the increase in global food prices?

• Decrease in global demand

• Increase in local farming

• Impact of the war in Ukraine on wheat exports

• Surplus of fertilizer

Which two countries supply a significant portion of the world's wheat exports?

• Canada and the U.S.

• Brazil and Argentina

• China and India

• Russia and Ukraine

What natural disaster has recently affected eastern Australia?

• Earthquake

• Flooding

• Wildfire

• Drought

Which city in Australia was particularly affected by the recent heavy rainfall?

• Perth

• Sydney

• Adelaide

• Melbourne

What was the auction price of the 1967 Toyota Shelby 2000 GT?

• $2.5 million

• $3 million

• $4 million

• $1 million

How many Toyota Shelby 2000 GT cars were originally made?

• 500

• 351

• 200

• 100

What makes the 1967 Toyota Shelby 2000 GT unique?

• It was the first Toyota car

• It received a racing treatment from Carol Shelby

• It was mass-produced

• It was the cheapest car at auction