1. From paragraph two, what is the meaning of the word disturb as it is used in the following sentence? “Exploring and drilling for oil may disturb land and marine
ecosystems."

2. In the second paragraph of the text, what is the meaning of the word
exploratory? Using evidence from the text, what role do the technologies listed
in the text play in finding oil?

3. In paragraph three, what does the word faulty mean, and how is this connected
to negative effects on the environment?

Text Evidence/Content Questions:

1. Using evidence from the text, compare and contrast the benefits with the
potential negative effects of utilizing hydraulic fracturing to produce oil.

2. Using evidence from throughout the article, list the potential negative effects on
the environment that can result from finding and transporting oil.

3. According to the text, how is the Rigs-to-Reefs program being used to help the environment after an oil well use no longer being used?