Dad, can I borrow the keys to the nuclear development program or the missile exports? I’ll be home early.
There are few feelings as sinking as going to the gas station, finding there is none available for miles, and realizing how much of your life truly depends on gasoline. You won't go anywhere because what little is in your tank is it - use it up, you're stuck there. Some very base fight/flight/survive feelings kick in very hard.