UAE Quiz: Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the Seven Emirates

This UAE quiz explores the United Arab Emirates, from its capital Abu Dhabi and the gleaming city of Dubai to the seven emirates, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Louvre Abu Dhabi, Palm Jumeirah, desert safaris, falconry, the Emirates Mars Mission Hope and the Arabian Gulf coast. Ten questions.

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🎯 Daily Trivia Challenge • 🧠 10 Questions • ⏱️ 90 Seconds

Question 1 / 10 Time: 90s

Capital
What is the capital of the United Arab Emirates?
Emirates
How many emirates make up the UAE?
History
In which year was the UAE founded?
Mosques
Which huge white mosque in Abu Dhabi has one of the world's largest hand-knotted carpets?
Museums
Which famous museum opened a branch in Abu Dhabi in 2017, under a dome that creates a rain of light?
Islands
Which artificial island off Dubai is shaped like a palm tree?
Space
The UAE's Hope probe, which reached orbit in 2021, studies which planet?
Traditions
Which traditional sport, using trained birds of prey, is a proud part of Emirati heritage?
Events
Which world's fair was held in Dubai from October 2021 to March 2022?
Currency
What is the currency of the UAE?

Explanations: answer key for all 10 questions

Q1: What is the capital of the United Arab Emirates?
Answer: Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi is the largest of the seven emirates by area. Dubai is the most populous city.
Q2: How many emirates make up the UAE?
Answer: Seven
The seven are Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah.
Q3: In which year was the UAE founded?
Answer: 1971
Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan became the first president. National Day is celebrated on December 2.
Q4: Which huge white mosque in Abu Dhabi has one of the world's largest hand-knotted carpets?
Answer: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
The mosque has 82 domes and can hold more than 40,000 worshippers. Visitors of all faiths can tour it.
Q5: Which famous museum opened a branch in Abu Dhabi in 2017, under a dome that creates a rain of light?
Answer: The Louvre
Louvre Abu Dhabi was designed by Jean Nouvel. Its lattice dome lets sunlight fall in patterns like light through palm leaves.
Q6: Which artificial island off Dubai is shaped like a palm tree?
Answer: Palm Jumeirah
Palm Jumeirah was built from sand dredged from the sea. It is home to hotels, homes and the Atlantis resort.
Q7: The UAE's Hope probe, which reached orbit in 2021, studies which planet?
Answer: Mars
Hope made the UAE the first Arab country to reach Mars. It studies the Martian atmosphere and weather.
Q8: Which traditional sport, using trained birds of prey, is a proud part of Emirati heritage?
Answer: Falconry
Falcons are so valued that they have their own hospital in Abu Dhabi. UNESCO lists falconry as intangible heritage.
Q9: Which world's fair was held in Dubai from October 2021 to March 2022?
Answer: Expo 2020
It kept the name Expo 2020 despite being delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic. It was the first World Expo in the Middle East.
Q10: What is the currency of the UAE?
Answer: The dirham
The UAE dirham is divided into 100 fils and has been used since 1973. Saudi Arabia and Qatar use riyals.

UAE Quiz – The United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates is a country on the Arabian Peninsula, made up of seven emirates along the Arabian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman. In just a few decades, it has transformed from a region of small fishing and pearling towns into a global center of business, travel and tourism. Its cities are famous for record-breaking buildings and luxury, while its deserts and traditions remain proud symbols of Emirati identity.

The UAE was founded on December 2, 1971, when six emirates united under Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan; Ras Al Khaimah joined the following year. The discovery of oil in the 20th century brought great wealth, which was invested in cities, infrastructure and education. Today, more than 80 percent of residents are expatriates from around the world.

Dubai is known for spectacular projects such as the Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building, Palm Jumeirah and huge shopping malls. Abu Dhabi, the capital, is home to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and Louvre Abu Dhabi on Saadiyat Island. Other emirates offer mountains, beaches and historic forts, such as Ras Al Khaimah's Jebel Jais and Fujairah's coast.

Emirati culture values hospitality, family and tradition. Visitors are welcomed with Arabic coffee and dates, and falconry, camel racing and dhow sailing remain popular. The UAE has also aimed high in science, sending the Hope probe to Mars in 2021. Desert safaris, dune bashing and evenings in Bedouin-style camps let visitors experience the vast sands of the Empty Quarter.

This quiz covers the history, cities, culture and achievements of the UAE.

What This Quiz Teaches

This quiz is perfect for travelers, architecture fans and anyone curious about the Gulf.

The UAE's capital and its seven emirates
When and how the country was founded
Famous landmarks in Abu Dhabi and Dubai
The UAE's mission to Mars
Traditions such as falconry
Key facts like the national currency

Quick Facts About the UAE

Arabic is the official language, but English is widely spoken.
The weekend in the UAE moved to Saturday and Sunday in 2022.
Dubai International is one of the world's busiest airports for international passengers.
Pearl diving was a major industry before oil was discovered.
Ferrari World in Abu Dhabi has one of the fastest roller coasters on Earth.
Camel racing often uses robot jockeys today.