Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan - Father of the Nation
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What title was Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan known as?

  • Father of the Nation (correct)
  • Leader of the Gulf
  • Emir of Dubai
  • King of the Emirates

    • Which position did Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan hold from 1966 to 2004?

  • President of the UAE (correct)
  • Prime Minister of the UAE
  • Secretary-General of the GCC
  • Ruler of Dubai

    • Why was Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan called 'the wise man of the Arabs'?

  • For his diplomatic skills
  • For his economic theories
  • For his military tactics
  • For his patience, vision, and wisdom (correct)

    • Which country did the UAE become the second-biggest economy after, according to many international reports?

    <p>Saudi Arabia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event on 16 January 1968 led Sheikh Zayed to establish closer ties with other emirates?

    <p>Great Britain's withdrawal from east of Suez and the Gulf</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event took place on 10 February 1972?

    <p>Ras Al Khaimah joining the Federation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the critical factor in the formation of the UAE according to the text?

    <p>Sheikh Zayed's enthusiasm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many Emirate Rulers unanimously elected Sheikh Zayed as President of the UAE?

    <p>Six</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the reason for Sheikh Zayed winning support from fellow Rulers?

    <p>By seeking consensus and agreement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did the UAE formally emerge on the international stage?

    <p>2 December 1971</p> Signup and view all the answers

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