History of the Saudi State and Dynasty

The video explores the history of the Saudi state, beginning with its formation in 1744 in Diriyah. It highlights the strategic alliance between Muhammad bin Saud and religious leader Muhammad bin Abdul Wahab, which led to the expansion of the Saudi state across the Arabian Peninsula. The video also covers the conflict with the Ottoman Empire, including the sacking of Karbala and the Ottoman-Wahhabi War. The capture and execution of Abdullah bin Saud in 1818 marked the end of the first Saudi state, setting the stage for future Saudi states.

In which year did the alliance between Muhammad bin Saud and Muhammad bin Abdul Wahab form?

• 1824

• 1744

• 1818

• 1802

What was the primary region conquered by the Emirate of Diriyah in the early 19th century?

• Southern Arabia

• Najd

• Hijaz

• Eastern Arabia

Which city did the Wahhabis sack in 1802, causing tension with the Ottoman Empire?

• Riyadh

• Karbala

• Medina

• Mecca

Who was the Ottoman Sultan declared illegitimate by the Wahhabi leaders?

• Mahmoud II

• Mustafa IV

• Abdul Hamid II

• Selim III

Which leader was tasked by the Ottomans to suppress the Emirate of Diriyah?

• Ali Pasha

• Muhammad Ali

• Ibrahim Pasha

• Suleiman Pasha

In what year did the Ottoman forces capture Diriyah, ending the first Saudi state?

• 1840

• 1830

• 1824

• 1818

Who was the last emir of the Emirate of Diriyah captured by the Ottomans?

• Faisal bin Turki

• Abdullah bin Saud

• Saud bin Abdulaziz

• Muhammad bin Saud

What was the fate of Abdullah bin Saud after being captured by the Ottomans?

• Pardoned

• Exiled

• Executed

• Imprisoned

What was the significance of the alliance between Muhammad bin Saud and Muhammad bin Abdul Wahab?

• It ended the Ottoman rule in Arabia

• It established the first Saudi state

• It led to the formation of the modern Saudi state

• It was a minor political agreement

Which future Saudi state is mentioned as a continuation of the Saudi dynasty?

• Kingdom of Bahrain

• Emirate of Jabal Shammar

• Kingdom of Hejaz

• Emirate of Nejd