Al-Waha: The Hidden Oasis and Khalid's Exploration
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What is the significance of Al-Waha to its inhabitants?

  • It serves as a military outpost, providing strategic defense against invaders.
  • It is a sanctuary providing sustenance, home, and cultural identity to a small community. (correct)
  • It is a trading post for desert nomads, facilitating commerce and cultural exchange.
  • It's a historical site, studied by archaeologists for insights into ancient civilizations.

What does Khalid's grandmother's warning imply about the desert?

  • The desert is a lifeless and barren place.
  • The desert can be both beautiful and perilous, requiring respect and knowledge. (correct)
  • The desert is a friendly environment if you are respectful.
  • The desert is only dangerous during sandstorms and at night.

What survival skill did Khalid use to navigate back to Al-Waha after the sandstorm?

  • He followed animal tracks left in the sand.
  • He relied on a compass he had brought with him.
  • He used the stars to guide him. (correct)
  • He used the position of the sun to determine direction.

How does the oasis community find water in the desert?

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How did Khalid's desert journey transform him?

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Oasis

A hidden, fertile area in a desert with water and vegetation.

Ancient Techniques

Skills and knowledge passed down through generations.

Sandstorm

A sudden, intense windstorm carrying sand through the desert.

Navigating by the Stars

Using stars to find direction, especially at night.

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Respect for the Desert

Deep appreciation mingled with caution for an environment.

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Study Notes

  • Al-Waha is a hidden oasis in the Arabian Desert
  • It is known only to a few people
  • The oasis is a lush, green paradise amidst endless golden sands
  • It is home to rare plants, animals, and a small community
  • The people of Al-Waha possess the secret of finding water in the driest places
  • They use ancient techniques passed down from ancestors to locate hidden water sources

Khalid's Exploration

  • A young boy named Khalid decided to explore beyond the oasis
  • His grandmother warned him about the vast and unforgiving nature of the desert
  • She advised him to always carry water and know the signs of the land
  • Khalid packed water, dates, and a map, and set off at dawn

The Sandstorm

  • The landscape changed as Khalid ventured further
  • The sand became softer, and the air grew hotter
  • A sandstorm suddenly swept across the desert, blocking the sun
  • It scattered Khalid's belongings
  • Khalid found a small cave for shelter and waited until the storm passed
  • He used the stars to guide him back to Al-Waha

Khalid's Realization

  • Khalid returned home with a newfound respect for the desert
  • He realized the desert's beauty was matched by its dangers
  • Khalid vowed to learn more about the secrets of the land
  • He decided to protect the oasis that had always been his home

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Discover Al-Waha, a hidden oasis in the Arabian Desert, home to rare species and ancient water-finding techniques. Follow young Khalid as he ventures beyond the oasis, facing the challenges of the desert. A sudden sandstorm tests his resilience and knowledge.

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