Question

Which two bodies of water are the most important for shipping in the Middle East, especially for the transport of oil?
A.
the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers
B.
the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean
C.
the Suez Canal and the Persian Gulf
D.
the Pacific Ocean and the Red Sea

Answer 1

C. the Suez Canal and the Persian Gulf

The Suez Canal is a critical waterway that connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea, facilitating shipping between Europe and Asia, while the Persian Gulf is vital for the transportation of oil from the Middle East to global markets.