Saudi History and Geography

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A few years after the fall of Diryyah in 1818AD, the Saudis were able to reestablish their authority in ______.

Nejd

The first Saudi to attempt to regain power after the fall of Diryyah was [blank]?

Mishari bin Saud

In 1824AD Turki bin Abdullah was able to expel ______ from Riyadh.

Egyptian

Taking advantage of the Saudis' internal conflicts, the ______ occupied much of the country.

Ottomans Signup and view all the answers

After the defeat at Mulyada, ______ evacuated his family from Riyadh in 1891

Abdul-Rahman Signup and view all the answers

What was the capital of the second Saudi state?

Riyadh Signup and view all the answers

Who captured and killed Mishari bin Saud?

Egyptians Signup and view all the answers

Who is regarded as the founder of the Second Saudi dynasty?

Turki Signup and view all the answers

How many years did Turki Bin Abdullah rule over the second Saudi State and when did he die?

11 years Signup and view all the answers

After his defeat at ______ Abdul Rahman bin Faisal went with his family into exile in Kuwait.

Mulyada Signup and view all the answers

In 1902AD, Abdul Rahman's son ______, took on the task of restoring Saudi rule in Riyadh.

Abdul-Aziz Signup and view all the answers

______ was immediately the proclaimed ruler in Riyadh.

Abdul-Aziz Signup and view all the answers

Bin Saud spent the next ______ trying to re-establish his family's rule over as much of the Arabian Peninsula as possible.

three decades Signup and view all the answers

By 1932 AD, Bin Saud had disposed off his main rivals and consolidated his rule over much of the ______.

Arabian Peninsula Signup and view all the answers

After establishing Riyadh as his headquarter, King Abdul Aziz captured all of ______, Makkah and Madinah.

Hijaz Signup and view all the answers

Saudi Kings gradually developed a ______ government.

central Signup and view all the answers

Who was the host of Abdul Rahman bin Faisal during his exile in Kuwait?

Mubarak Alsabah Signup and view all the answers

With the support of how many people did Abdul Aziz start his task of re-establishing rule in Riyadh?

He supported by few dozen followers and accompanied by some of his brothers and relatives Signup and view all the answers

After capturing Riyadh, with what common name was Abdul Aziz known?

Bin Saud Signup and view all the answers

What provided Abdul Aziz insight into international politics?

The years he and his father spent in Kuwait as guests of the ruler Mubarak Al-Sabah Signup and view all the answers

In which year did Bin Saud declare himself as the king of Saudi Arabia?

1932AD Signup and view all the answers

In which year did Bin Saud die and who resumed the throne after him?

Bin Saud died in 1953AD and his son Saud assumed the throne without incident. Signup and view all the answers

Who was the first Imam?

Muhammad bin Saud is considered the founder of the First Saudi State, a significant period which marked the emergence of a new Saudi identity and the establishment of an independent state in the Arabian Peninsula. Signup and view all the answers

What was the first Saudi capital?

Dir'iyyah, despite its eventual fall, served as the first capital of the Saudi State. Its historical significance lies in its role as the center of the early Saudi movement and the development of their religious and political ideals. Signup and view all the answers

Who was the most important ruler of the Saudis second reign?

Turki bin Abdullah played a crucial role in re-establishing the Saudi state and solidifying its power. His effective leadership led to the revival of the Second Saudi State and set the stage for its further expansion and influence in the region. Signup and view all the answers

Where did Abdul Rahman bin Faisal and his family live?

Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, held significant importance for the Saudis throughout their history. It provided a safe haven for Abdul Rahman bin Faisal, the leader of the Second Saudi State, and later became a focal point for Abdul Aziz bin Saud's efforts to unify the Arabian Peninsula. Signup and view all the answers

With what name was King Abdul Aziz commonly known?

Abdul Aziz bin Saud is referred to as 'Bin Saud', synonymous with his leadership and pivotal role in shaping modern Saudi Arabia. This name reflects his heritage and his commitment to continuing the legacy of the Saudi family. Signup and view all the answers

When was the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia established?

On September 23, 1932AD Signup and view all the answers

When did King Abdul Aziz die?

In 1953AD Signup and view all the answers

Until when did the second Saudi State last?

1891AD Signup and view all the answers

On what basis is the constitution of Saudi Arabia governed?

On the basis of the Sharia Signup and view all the answers

Which legendry event marks the beginning of the formation of the Modern Saudi state?

Retake the city garrison, known as the Masmak Fortress. Signup and view all the answers

In 1902 AD after establishing Riyadh as his headquarter, King Abdul Aziz captured all of ______, Makkah and Madinah.

Hijaz Signup and view all the answers

The ______ is the constitution of Saudi Arabia and is governed on the basis of the Sharia (Islamic law).

Qur'an Signup and view all the answers

In 1902 A.D. King Abdul Aziz accompanied by his followers marched into Riyadh to retake the city garrison known as the ______.

masmak fortress Signup and view all the answers

The official national language of Saudi Arabia is ______.

Arabic Signup and view all the answers

What happened on September 23rd, 1932 AD?

On September 23, 1932, the country was named the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, an Islamic state with Arabic as its national language and the Holy Qur'an as its constitution. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Sharia' mean?

Islamic law Signup and view all the answers

What does the council of ministers in Saudi Arabia consist of?

A prime minister, the first prime ministers and twenty ministries Signup and view all the answers

What does the basic law of government adopted by Saudi Arabia declare?

It declared that Saudi Arabia is a Monarchy, ruled by the sons and grand sons of the first king, Abdulaziz Al Saud. Signup and view all the answers

Abdul Aziz bin Saud recaptured Riyadh in ______

1902 AD Signup and view all the answers

In 1926, Abdul Aziz bin Saud became the King of and in 1927 he took the title of the King of .

Nejd Signup and view all the answers

By oil production was in full swing in Saudi Arabia. Oil has provided Saudi Arabia with and great deal of __ in the international community.

leverage Signup and view all the answers

In ______ Kingdom of Saudi Arabia was formed.

1932 AD Signup and view all the answers

What was the age of King Abdul Aziz bin Saud when he recaptured Riyadh?

26 years old. Signup and view all the answers

After recapturing Riyadh, which other areas were conquered by King Abdul Aziz bin Saud?

Al-Ahsa, Qatif, and rest of the country. Signup and view all the answers

Why were the development programs delayed in early days of Saudi Arabia and when did they begin in earnest?

They were delayed due to the onset of the 2nd world war, and they began earnest in 1946 AD Signup and view all the answers

Name the regions which were unified to form the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 1932 AD.

The principal regions of Al- Ahsa, Qatif, Nejd and Hijaz. Signup and view all the answers

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