UAE History and Governance

The video explores the United Arab Emirates (UAE), focusing on its history, formation, and governance. It begins with an introduction to the Emirates, highlighting Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The historical context is provided, detailing the region's past as the Pirate Coast and the treaties with the British. The discovery of oil and the subsequent formation of the UAE in 1971 are discussed, along with the governance structure involving the Federal Supreme Council. The video concludes with insights into the UAE's demographics and economy, emphasizing the dominance of non-citizens and the economic disparity among the Emirates.

What year was the United Arab Emirates officially formed?

• 1990

• 1980

• 1971

• 1968

What was the region now known as the UAE called by the British in the early 1800s?

• The Trucial States

• The Gulf States

• The Pirate Coast

• The Emirates

What was the main reason for the British signing treaties with the local sheikhs in the 1800s?

• To promote trade

• To establish colonies

• To stop piracy

• To discover oil

What major discovery in the 1950s and 60s transformed the region?

• Pearls

• Oil

• Natural Gas

• Gold

Which two countries were initially part of the proposed federation but later became independent?

• Saudi Arabia and Kuwait

• Oman and Yemen

• Jordan and Iraq

• Qatar and Bahrain

Who traditionally holds the position of President in the UAE?

• The Emir of Fujairah

• The Emir of Sharjah

• The Emir of Abu Dhabi

• The Emir of Dubai

What is the role of the Federal Supreme Council in the UAE?

• To elect the President

• To manage oil resources

• To control immigration

• To oversee education

Which emirate is the most populous in the UAE?

• Abu Dhabi

• Dubai

• Sharjah

• Ajman

What percentage of the UAE's population is made up of local Emiratis?

• 75%

• 50%

• 25%

• 12%

Why are some emirates less known compared to Abu Dhabi and Dubai?

• They are more populous

• They have less oil

• They are newer

• They are more industrialized