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WorksheetsYear 9 Term 2 MSCS assessment - Consultative governance in UAE
Total questions: 19
Worksheet time: 38mins
What is being described below and also pictured?
Traditionally a large, heavy goat-hair tent, it is where people sit at the same level to participate in discussions, decision-making, to entertain, to tell stories and to ask questions. It is the focal point for the community.
Type your answer - spelling counts!!
(a)
What is being described below and also shown in the picture?
A group of separate huts or rooms in which the Bedouin community once settled. They are made using palm leaves.
Arish
Hassir
Majlis
Shura
Bedouin palm leaf houses differed depending on what region they were built in. Those built in areas prone to sandstorms had palm leaves woven in double layers - what was this called?
Majlis
Arish
Hassir
Shura
What does the word 'Majlis' mean in Arabic?
A place of stories
A place of sitting
A place of discussion
A place of talking
Look at the map of the UAE carefully. Which Emirate is coloured yellow?
Abu Dhabi
Dubai
Ras Al Khaimah
Ajman
Look at the map of the UAE carefully. Which Emirate is coloured purple?
Fujairah
Sharjah
Umm Al Quwain
Ras Al Khaimah
What term is being described here:
The process of making decisions by thinking about and discussing the issues
Constitution
Majlis
Authoritarian
Shura
What does FNC stand for?
Foundation National Council
Federal National Council
Fujairah National Committee
Federal National Committee
When was the first meeting of the FNC?
September 1982
February 1995
February 1972
April 1977
Which of the following communication tips would help solve disputes/arguments?
Look for areas you both agree
Respond with questions so they know you are listening to them
Take a time out if the discussion deteriorates
All options are correct
Which of these is an issue that the Federal National Council might make decisions about?
Private school fees across the UAE
The building of a new road in Dubai
The use of a park in Sharjah
Transport in Abu Dhabi
Which of these is a valid reason why the UAE government uses "interactive smart government", such as social media and interactive apps? Select all correct options.
To collect data quickly and efficiently
To deliver services quickly and efficiently
To annoy people
To get important messages across to citizens and residents quickly
Which of these is a negative of "smart governance" (government use of smart apps and social media)
They are often quicker and more efficient than using paper
They rely on people having access to wifi or data
They allow government messages to be passed on quickly
They promote events, initiatives and people
The Mohammed bin Rashid Smart Majlis is an electronic platform where people can share ideas about how to improve and shape life in the UAE. Which of these was an idea submitted to the Smart Majlis?
The Dog Daycare
The Koala Clinic
The Teddy Bear Hospital
The Animal Advisory
How many European states are in the European Union? Type your answer as a number only.
(a)
A European Citizen's Initiative has to be supported by ____ EU citizens, from at least ____ member states.
1 million
7
1 million
10
100,000
27
100,000
4
Which of these is appointed by the ruler of each emirate to help him rule?
Federal National Council
Executive Council
Assistant
Vice ruler
Who is the leader of Abu Dhabi and President of the UAE?
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan
Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi
Who is the leader of Dubai and current Vice President of the UAE?
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi
Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan
Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi
