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Who ended the existence of the Portuguese in the Arabian Gulf in 1766 AD?
Who ended the existence of the Portuguese in the Arabian Gulf in 1766 AD?
- AL Qassimi tribe
- AL Maktoum tribe
- Al Nahyan tribe
- British (correct)
Which tribes were known for forming resistance against external powers in the Emirates?
Which tribes were known for forming resistance against external powers in the Emirates?
- Al Saud, Al Thani, Al Khalifa
- Al Jalila, Al Gergawi, Al Tayer
- Al Sabah, Al Nasser, Al Sabhan
- Al Nahyan, AL Maktoum, AL Qassimi (correct)
What event led to Britain calling for a series of agreements to reinforce its presence in the region?
What event led to Britain calling for a series of agreements to reinforce its presence in the region?
- End of Portuguese dominance
- Conflict with other European countries
- Formation of the Nonagon Union
- Resistance of the Emirates people (correct)
Who played a crucial role in establishing the UAE as a sovereign nation?
Who played a crucial role in establishing the UAE as a sovereign nation?
Which year did Britain announce its decision to end the treaty relationships with the seven Emirates?
Which year did Britain announce its decision to end the treaty relationships with the seven Emirates?
Where did Sheikh Zayed meet Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed AL Maktoum to discuss the idea of the union?
Where did Sheikh Zayed meet Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed AL Maktoum to discuss the idea of the union?
What is the reason behind naming Sharjah as Al Shariqa?
What is the reason behind naming Sharjah as Al Shariqa?
Which city is famous for being the Capital of Islamic Finance?
Which city is famous for being the Capital of Islamic Finance?
Why is Dubai historically significant?
Why is Dubai historically significant?
Which Emirate forms the largest percentage of the total area of the UAE?
Which Emirate forms the largest percentage of the total area of the UAE?
What is the significance of Abu Dhabi among the Emirates?
What is the significance of Abu Dhabi among the Emirates?
Which Emirate is recognized for its cultural heritage and real estate projects?
Which Emirate is recognized for its cultural heritage and real estate projects?
What was the name of the region now known as the UAE during the Prophet Mohammed's (PBUH) days?
What was the name of the region now known as the UAE during the Prophet Mohammed's (PBUH) days?
What was the main reason for Europeans to look to the Portuguese for alternate trade routes?
What was the main reason for Europeans to look to the Portuguese for alternate trade routes?
Who were mentioned as historical figures responsible for committing atrocities against Arabs and Muslims in the region?
Who were mentioned as historical figures responsible for committing atrocities against Arabs and Muslims in the region?
What caused the loss of many lives and assets belonging to Arabs in the region during a certain historical event?
What caused the loss of many lives and assets belonging to Arabs in the region during a certain historical event?
What was burned and destroyed by the Portuguese during their presence in the region?
What was burned and destroyed by the Portuguese during their presence in the region?
Which country abolished land routes linking Europe to India, leading Europeans to seek alternate maritime routes with the Portuguese?
Which country abolished land routes linking Europe to India, leading Europeans to seek alternate maritime routes with the Portuguese?
What is the reason behind the name 'Umm al-Quwain' according to the text?
What is the reason behind the name 'Umm al-Quwain' according to the text?
Why was Ras Al Khaimah formerly known as Jalfar?
Why was Ras Al Khaimah formerly known as Jalfar?
What is the reason behind Fujairah's name, as mentioned in the text?
What is the reason behind Fujairah's name, as mentioned in the text?
Which traditional Emirati attire is specifically designed to cover a woman's figure?
Which traditional Emirati attire is specifically designed to cover a woman's figure?
What is the main purpose of a 'majlis' in Emirati culture?
What is the main purpose of a 'majlis' in Emirati culture?
Which Emirati city is known for having one of the biggest medicine factories in the Arab region according to the text?
Which Emirati city is known for having one of the biggest medicine factories in the Arab region according to the text?
Why were some Arab countries against the union of the Emirates?
Why were some Arab countries against the union of the Emirates?
What was a reason for the failure of the Nonagon Union?
What was a reason for the failure of the Nonagon Union?
Who was the first President of the United Arab Emirates in 1971?
Who was the first President of the United Arab Emirates in 1971?
What role did Sheikh Rashid bin Said al Maktoum assume in 1971?
What role did Sheikh Rashid bin Said al Maktoum assume in 1971?
Which emirate joined the United Arab Emirates last?
Which emirate joined the United Arab Emirates last?
What was the government type of the United Arab Emirates, as mentioned in the text?
What was the government type of the United Arab Emirates, as mentioned in the text?
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Study Notes
The End of Portuguese Influence
- The Al Qawasim tribe ended the Portuguese existence in the Arabian Gulf in 1766 AD.
Resistance Against External Powers
- The Al Qawasim and the Bani Yas tribes were known for forming resistance against external powers in the Emirates.
Britain's Presence in the Region
- The Persian Gulf Residency affair led to Britain calling for a series of agreements to reinforce its presence in the region.
Founding of the UAE
- Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan played a crucial role in establishing the UAE as a sovereign nation.
- Britain announced its decision to end the treaty relationships with the seven Emirates in 1968.
Discussions on Union
- Sheikh Zayed met Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum in 1968 to discuss the idea of the union at a meeting in Sheikh Zayed's home in Abu Dhabi.
Names of Emirates
- Sharjah is also known as Al Shariqa, which means 'orient' or 'east'.
- Dubai is famous for being the Capital of Islamic Finance.
- Abu Dhabi forms the largest percentage of the total area of the UAE and is significant due to its oil resources.
- Ras Al Khaimah was formerly known as Jalfar.
- Fujairah's name is derived from the Arabic word 'fujaireh', meaning 'tranquil'.
Historical Figures and Events
- Albuquerque and Afonso de Albuquerque were historical figures responsible for committing atrocities against Arabs and Muslims in the region.
- The Portuguese burned and destroyed many assets belonging to Arabs in the region during their presence.
- The main reason for Europeans to look to the Portuguese for alternate trade routes was the abolition of land routes linking Europe to India by the Ottoman Empire.
Cultural Heritage
- Ajman is recognized for its cultural heritage and real estate projects.
- Umm al-Quwain is named after the Arabic word 'um al-qawain', meaning 'mother of two powers'.
Traditional Emirati Attire
- The 'abaya' is a traditional Emirati attire specifically designed to cover a woman's figure.
Emirati Culture
- A 'majlis' in Emirati culture serves as a gathering place for social events and meetings.
Industry and Economy
- Ajman is known for having one of the biggest medicine factories in the Arab region.
Formation of the UAE
- Some Arab countries were against the union of the Emirates due to fears of loss of independence.
- The reason for the failure of the Nonagon Union was the inability of its members to agree on a unified government.
- Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan became the first President of the United Arab Emirates in 1971.
- Sheikh Rashid bin Said al Maktoum assumed the role of Vice-President in 1971.
- Ras Al Khaimah was the last emirate to join the United Arab Emirates.
- The government type of the United Arab Emirates is a federation of seven Emirates.
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