Which place completes this sentence about Dhahran? A Concession Agreement to search for oil was signed in ______ on 29 May 1933, between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Standard Oil of California.
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Jeddah
A Concession Agreement to search for oil was signed in Jeddah on 29 May 1933 between Saudi Arabia and Standard Oil of California. It began oil exploration.
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