A. Three
B. Five
C. Seven
D. Ten

Explanation:

The Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. Disruption to shipping through this narrow waterway can increase oil prices, transport costs and global energy-market uncertainty.

Key points

• – Country involved: Iran
• – Strategic waterway: Strait of Hormuz
• – Main exam topic: Energy security and maritime trade
• – Possible global impact: Higher oil prices and shipping costs

Related question and answer

– Q: Which two bodies of water are connected by the Strait of Hormuz?

A: The Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman.

– Q: Why is the Strait of Hormuz important to Pakistan and other energy-importing countries?

A: Disruptions can raise the cost of imported fuel and put pressure on inflation and foreign-exchange reserves.