UAE in the Past and Present

What was the UAE called a century ago?

• Trucial States

• United Arab Emirates

• Abu Dhabi

• Dubai

What were some traditional occupations in the old UAE, and what are some modern jobs today?

• Pearl diving and fishing; Finance and technology

• Farming and trading; Tourism and technology

• Fishing and trading; Finance and tourism

• Pearl diving and farming; Technology and tourism

Why do you think people shifted from traditional to modern occupations?

• Limited resources in traditional occupations

• Better opportunities and advancements in modern occupations

• Lack of interest in traditional occupations

• Government restrictions on traditional occupations

What is the difference between a decade and a century?

• A decade is 100 years and a century is 10 years

• A decade is a unit of time and a century is a unit of distance

• A decade is 10 years and a century is 100 years

• A decade is a unit of distance and a century is a unit of time

What were the challenges faced by people in the old UAE, and how have these challenges been addressed in the present UAE?

• Harsh desert conditions and limited access to resources; Development of infrastructure, technology, and services

• Lack of education and healthcare facilities; Increase in tourism and trade

• Political instability and economic crisis; Investment in oil exploration and production

• High population density and pollution; Implementation of strict environmental regulations

How did the discovery of oil economically help the UAE?

• It led to the development of infrastructure and technology

• It increased the availability of natural resources

• It boosted the tourism industry

• It improved the quality of education and healthcare