Lessons 7-8: Our Tradition

Our Tradition

Lessons 7-8:

Open Ended

Can you think of any examples of Emirati traditions?

Multiple Choice

Hospitality in the UAE is shown through welcoming guests and offering big feasts.

• Principles or standards of behaviour

• The action of giving a sign of welcome

• The friendly, generous reception and entertainment of guests and visitors

Multiple Choice

In the UAE, people welcome their guests with a long, warm greeting

• Principles or standards of behaviour

• The action of giving a sign of welcome

• the traditional customs and stories of communities passed through generations by word of mouth

Multiple Choice

Emirati folklore includes dance, poetry and music.

• Principles or standards of behaviour

• The friendly reception and entertainment of family and guests.

• the traditional customs and stories of communities passed through generations by word of mouth

• very old: having existed for a very long time

Multiple Choice

Emirati values include keeping strong family ties.

• Principles or standards of behaviour

• The friendly reception and entertainment of family and guests.

• very old: having existed for a very long time

Multiple Choice

Dhaya Fort is an ancient building in Ras Al Khaimah.

• Principles or standards of behaviour

• The friendly reception and entertainment of family and guests.

• very old: having existed for a very long time

Multiple Choice

Emirati greetings come from the different cultures that live in the UAE.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

Emirati greetings are very quick with little talking.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

The Majlis was a tent where business meetings took place

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

To play Al Boom, children have to know how to sail large fishing boats.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

Emirati women use henna when celebrating special occasions.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

At Eid, Emiratis give Eidiya money to poor families as a donation.

• True

• False

Open Ended

What is your favourite tradition?

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