Oil has become an important part of everyday life for many people. Unfortunately, the drilling and refining of oil can be a very dangerous job. An explosion on the Deepwater Horizon oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico on April 20, 2010, took the lives of several people. Today’s activity is a word search. See if you can find just some of the products and byproducts made from oil. As you look for the words, say a prayer for the safety of all the men and women who work in the oil business.
Timeline Worksheet: April 20, 2010, Oil in Everyday Life
Fits World history timeline.*
*If you are new to this series, visit my introduction to timelines.
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