One important historical event that has shaped the way Americans think about and use energy is the
A)Gold Rush of 1849.
B)discovery of Spindletop (a Texas oil gusher)in 1901.
C)invention of the car.
D)Iran-Iraq War in the 1980s.

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The discovery of Spindletop in 1901 marked the birth of the modern petroleum industry, significantly influencing American energy consumption patterns and the economy by providing a plentiful, inexpensive source of oil.

One Important Historical Event That Has Shaped the Way Americans