History of the UAE
The year the United Arab Emirates formed.
What is 1971?
He was the first President of the UAE.
Who is Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan?
The tallest building in the world is located in Dubai.
What is the Burj Khalifa?
The colors of the UAE flag are red, green, white, and this color.
What is black?
Women in the UAE traditionally wear this long, flowing black robe.
What is an Abaya?
The UAE is made up of this many emirates.
What is seven?
This document, signed in 1971, officially established the United Arab Emirates as a federation.
What is the UAE Constitution?
This grand mosque in Abu Dhabi is named after the founding father.
What is the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque?
This bird is the national bird of the UAE.
What is the falcon?
This festival marks the end of Ramadan.
What is Eid al-Fitr?
This emirate is the largest by land area.
What is Abu Dhabi
The formation agreement of the UAE was signed on this date.
What is December 2, 1971?
The UAE's cultural capital is often referred to as this city.
What is Sharjah?
The UAE national anthem is called this.
What is "Ishy Bilady"?
This beverage, often served with dates, symbolizes hospitality in Emirati culture.
What is Arabic coffee (Qahwa)?
The UAE gained independence from this country.
What is the United Kingdom?
Sheikh Zayed led this emirate before becoming President of the UAE.
What is Abu Dhabi?
This island in Abu Dhabi is known for its cultural sites, including the Louvre Abu Dhabi.
What is Saadiyat Island?
This animal, significant to Emirati culture, is depicted on the national emblem.
What is the Arabian Falcon?
This main meal, often made with lamb or chicken and rice, is served during special occasions.
What is Al Majboos (or Kabsa)?
This leader is known as the "Father of the Nation.
Who is Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan?
This emirate's ruler, known for his wisdom, joined the union despite initial reluctance.
Who is Sheikh Saqr bin Mohammed Al Qasimi (Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah)?
This ancient fort in Al Ain is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
What is Al Jahili Fort?
The date palm is significant to Emirati heritage for this reason.
What is providing sustenance and shade in the desert?
This traditional dance involves men using sticks and is performed during celebrations.
What is the Ayala (or Yowla)?