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Why did the British grant Qatar protection?
Why did the British grant Qatar protection?
- To establish a military base in Qatar
- To prevent internal turmoil
- In exchange for oil concessions (correct)
- To control the pearl trade
What were some consequences of the Second World War on Qatar's economy and society?
What were some consequences of the Second World War on Qatar's economy and society?
- Decrease in oil drilling and closure of the Anglo-Persian Company (correct)
- Rise in living standards
- Expansion of the Qatari economy
- Increase in pearl trade and diving activities
Why did Sheikh Abdullah leave the rule to Sheikh Ali in 1949?
Why did Sheikh Abdullah leave the rule to Sheikh Ali in 1949?
- British interference in political affairs
- Financial disputes within the family
- Health reasons (correct)
- Accusations of market manipulation
Who was the first Sheikh to rule Bahrain?
Who was the first Sheikh to rule Bahrain?
Who did the British appoint as the political agent in Qatar in 1949?
Who did the British appoint as the political agent in Qatar in 1949?
What was the outcome of the Battle of Ras Tanura?
What was the outcome of the Battle of Ras Tanura?
Which alliance led to the establishment of the first Saudi state?
Which alliance led to the establishment of the first Saudi state?
What triggered the Battle of Um Swaya in 1847?
What triggered the Battle of Um Swaya in 1847?
In what year did Ibrahim launch a major attack on Zubara and occupied Qatar?
In what year did Ibrahim launch a major attack on Zubara and occupied Qatar?
Which country prepared a campaign to attack Qatar in 1788?
Which country prepared a campaign to attack Qatar in 1788?
How did Britain justify its control over the Arabian Gulf?
How did Britain justify its control over the Arabian Gulf?
Which event ended the triangular state that included Qatif, Qatar, and Bahrain?
Which event ended the triangular state that included Qatif, Qatar, and Bahrain?
Where can historical resources about Qatar be found?
Where can historical resources about Qatar be found?
What is the difference between a source and a reference?
What is the difference between a source and a reference?
When did the modern and contemporary history of Qatar start?
When did the modern and contemporary history of Qatar start?
Which of the following is a source of Qatari modern and contemporary history?
Which of the following is a source of Qatari modern and contemporary history?
Where are the Amiri Diwan Turkish documents located?
Where are the Amiri Diwan Turkish documents located?
Which type of historical resource is the National Heritage of Qatar?
Which type of historical resource is the National Heritage of Qatar?
What was the main reason the Ottomans were able to seize Al-Ahsa' in the 16th century?
What was the main reason the Ottomans were able to seize Al-Ahsa' in the 16th century?
Who ruled Qatar until the 18th century?
Who ruled Qatar until the 18th century?
What basis was the First Saudi State founded on?
What basis was the First Saudi State founded on?
What opportunity allowed the British to extend their influence over the Gulf region?
What opportunity allowed the British to extend their influence over the Gulf region?
Where did the Atoub tribes settle under the hospitality of Al-Musalum families?
Where did the Atoub tribes settle under the hospitality of Al-Musalum families?
What was the reason for Atoub tribes migrating from Najd centuries ago?
What was the reason for Atoub tribes migrating from Najd centuries ago?
Why did the ruler of Bahrain and the ruler of Abu Dhabi not invade Doha?
Why did the ruler of Bahrain and the ruler of Abu Dhabi not invade Doha?
What led to the blockade of Doha by Al Khalifa?
What led to the blockade of Doha by Al Khalifa?
Why did the Qatari tribes decide to take revenge on Al Khalifa?
Why did the Qatari tribes decide to take revenge on Al Khalifa?
What happened as a result of the Battle of Damsa (Al Wakra Incident)?
What happened as a result of the Battle of Damsa (Al Wakra Incident)?
Why did Mohammed bin Khalifa imprison Sheikh Jassem in Bahrain?
Why did Mohammed bin Khalifa imprison Sheikh Jassem in Bahrain?
What caused the Battle of Al-Wakra market?
What caused the Battle of Al-Wakra market?
