Exploring the History of the UAE

What year did the Dutch ship Meerkat sail along the UAE coast?

• 1680

• 1650

• 1675

• 1667

How many houses were described in the town of Bidya?

• 15

• 20

• 10

• 5

What materials were the houses in Bidya made from?

• Wood and stone

• Mud, bamboo, and thatch

• Glass and concrete

• Plastic and metal

What type of trees were mentioned as growing in the valley behind Bidya?

• Pine trees

• Maple trees

• Oak trees

• Birch trees

What is the latitude mentioned for Bidya?

• 23.8103° N

• 24.1234° N

• 22.4567° N

• 25.6789° N

Which European power lost control of Hormuz?

• Spain

• Portugal

• France

• Netherlands

What was the response of the Portuguese commander to the revolt in Dibba?

• The Portuguese commander negotiated a peace treaty with the rebels.

• The Portuguese commander sent reinforcements and launched a military campaign to suppress the revolt.

• The Portuguese commander executed the leaders of the revolt without further action.

• The Portuguese commander ignored the revolt and withdrew his forces.

How many Portuguese soldiers were placed in Dibba?

• 150

• 200

• 250

• 300

What types of crops were mentioned as growing in the valley near Bidya?

• Oats, sugarcane, and nuts

• Rice, wheat, and various vegetables

• Potatoes, soybeans, and herbs

• Corn, barley, and fruits

What was the main reason for the local resistance in the UAE?

• Influence of foreign political powers.

• Push for modernization and technological advancement.

• Desire for economic expansion and wealth.

• Desire to maintain cultural identity and autonomy.