The discovery and the exploitation of the ______ oil shale in North Dakota has provided a major new source of oil for the United States.

Vast amounts of oil revenues had what consequence in Iran?

a. Citizens paid very little for gasoline and heating oil. b. Oil helped fuel democratic reforms within the state. c. The state was able to attract foreign investment in the manufacturing sector due its ability to offer tax incentives. d. The oil fields had a detrimental impact on agriculture leading to several devastating famines. e. The state became independent of society since it did not depend on society for tax revenue.

Explain how the Occupy movement and Tea Party movement in the United States shaped political discourse and public opinion. Be sure to note the mechanisms behind the movements (i.e., social media, organization, etc.)

What will be an ideal response?