Early Qatar
What was Qatar's main job before oil was discovered?
Pearl diving and fishing
What valuable treasure did divers collect from the sea?
Pearls
What is the name of Qatar's traditional market in Doha?
Souq Waqif.
Who is known as the founder of modern Qatar?
Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed Al Thani.
In what year did Qatar host the FIFA World Cup?
2022
What important natural resource changed Qatar's economy?
Why was pearl diving dangerous?
Divers held their breath, faced deep water, sharks, and strong currents.
Which UNESCO World Heritage Site was once a famous pearling town?
Al Zubarah
Which famous battle in 1893 helped shape Qatar's identity?
The Battle of Al Wajbah.
In what year did Qatar become an independent country?
1971
Before oil, what two jobs helped many families earn money?
Pearl diving and fishing
What kind of traditional wooden boat was used for pearl diving?
A dhow
Which museum tells the story of Qatar's history from ancient times to today?
The National Museum of Qatar.
Which family has ruled Qatar since the 1800s?
The Al Thani family.
What happened first: oil exports or independence?
oil exports
What happened to the pearl industry after cultured pearls became popular?
It became much smaller because people bought cultured pearls instead.
What did divers wear over their noses while diving?
A nose clip
Which fort protected the important town of Al Zubarah?
Al Zubarah Fort
Sheikh Jassim united many tribes to help create which country?
Qatar
Name three ways Qatar has changed since oil was discovered.
modern cities, schools, hospitals, roads, airports, stadiums, museums, and a stronger economy.
Put these in order from oldest to newest: Oil exports, Pearl diving, Independence.
Pearl diving → Oil exports → Independence.
Why did many families stop pearl diving after the 1930s?
Oil jobs became available and cultured pearls reduced demand for natural pearls.
Why is Al Zubarah important to Qatar's history?
It was a major trading and pearling town and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Why is Sheikh Jassim remembered as an important leader?
He united the tribes and helped establish Qatar as a nation.
What is the population of Qatar?
about 3.4 million people