Question

select the correct answer.
why was it important to stop the germans from accessing the oil fields of saudi arabia?
a. saudi arabia would have made a great ally for germany, one that may have helped prevent an allied victory.
b. the oil fields would enable germany to fuel their air forces, making them harder to defeat.
c. germany would gain more revenue after selling the oil, making germany richer than the allied forces.
d. occupying saudi arabia would enable germany to attack japan in the pacific.

Explanation:

Access to Saudi oil would address Germany's critical fuel shortages, allowing them to sustain and expand their military operations (especially air forces), which would significantly hinder Allied efforts to defeat them. Other options are incorrect: A overstates Saudi's direct alliance impact; C's revenue claim is less relevant than immediate military fuel needs; D is geographically and strategically implausible (Germany and Japan were allies, not enemies).

Answer:

B. The oil fields would enable Germany to fuel their air forces, making them harder to defeat.