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What is the primary reason for the dismantling of historic centers in cities like Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah?
What is the primary reason for the dismantling of historic centers in cities like Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah?
- The need for rapid urban growth and development
- Economic gain by speculative builders using land effectively (correct)
- Lack of coordination among government agencies
- Rapid socio-economic changes and adaptation of new technology
What was the prevailing attitude towards urban heritage conservation in the 1970s?
What was the prevailing attitude towards urban heritage conservation in the 1970s?
- It was considered a secondary issue, but still important
- It was a priority, but only in certain regions
- It was a major concern for governments and citizens
- Little attention was given to it (correct)
What is the main factor shaping the micro and macro environment in cities?
What is the main factor shaping the micro and macro environment in cities?
- Adaptation of new technology
- Dependency on oil
- Rapid socio-economic changes
- Functional issues (correct)
What is the result of the lack of coordination among government agencies in cities?
What is the result of the lack of coordination among government agencies in cities?
What is the main characteristic of new buildings in cities like Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah?
What is the main characteristic of new buildings in cities like Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Sharjah?
What is the current major issue in the Gulf and the UAE regarding urban heritage?
What is the current major issue in the Gulf and the UAE regarding urban heritage?
What is the purpose of covering chandeliers with ropes?
What is the purpose of covering chandeliers with ropes?
What is Sarooj?
What is Sarooj?
What is the main attitude required in conserving cultural property?
What is the main attitude required in conserving cultural property?
What is the value of architectural heritage based on?
What is the value of architectural heritage based on?
Why is removing inner structures and maintaining only the façades not suitable for conservation?
Why is removing inner structures and maintaining only the façades not suitable for conservation?
What approach is required for conservation and restoration of architectural heritage?
What approach is required for conservation and restoration of architectural heritage?
What is the primary goal of the associations and organizations mentioned in the text?
What is the primary goal of the associations and organizations mentioned in the text?
What is the name of the Arabic magazine published by the Dibba Al Husn Association for Folklore and Theatre?
What is the name of the Arabic magazine published by the Dibba Al Husn Association for Folklore and Theatre?
What is the main focus of the Dibba Al Husn Association for Folklore and Theatre?
What is the main focus of the Dibba Al Husn Association for Folklore and Theatre?
What has been established in the UAE for heritage conservation?
What has been established in the UAE for heritage conservation?
What is the term used to describe the spirit of a place?
What is the term used to describe the spirit of a place?
Who is mentioned in the text as a person related to the concept of Genius Loci?
Who is mentioned in the text as a person related to the concept of Genius Loci?
What is the primary purpose of considering the visual aspect of a material?
What is the primary purpose of considering the visual aspect of a material?
Why is it essential to check the dimensions of building materials before planning?
Why is it essential to check the dimensions of building materials before planning?
What is the most commonly used material in buildings?
What is the most commonly used material in buildings?
What is the type of load that refers to a repeated and rhythmic application of force?
What is the type of load that refers to a repeated and rhythmic application of force?
What is the term for the internal force that causes an object to twist?
What is the term for the internal force that causes an object to twist?
What two environmental factors can affect the behavior of building materials?
What two environmental factors can affect the behavior of building materials?
What is the primary goal of involving the public in heritage conservation?
What is the primary goal of involving the public in heritage conservation?
What is essential for the professional community in heritage conservation?
What is essential for the professional community in heritage conservation?
What can be used to inform and increase public awareness about heritage conservation?
What can be used to inform and increase public awareness about heritage conservation?
What is important for institutions involved in heritage conservation?
What is important for institutions involved in heritage conservation?
What is the ultimate goal of heritage management in the U.A.E.?
What is the ultimate goal of heritage management in the U.A.E.?
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