Unity in Diversity: Celebrating UAE National Day
The United Arab Emirates, often known as the UAE, is a federation of seven emirates that came together on December 2, 1971. Every year, this day is joyously celebrated as the UAE National Day. It's not just about the spectacular fireworks, parades, and festivities, but also a reflection of the unity and pride of the nation. Before 1971, the UAE was a group of separate, independent emirates. It was the vision of the UAE's founding father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, that brought these emirates together as one nation. During the National Day, the UAE flag is seen everywhere. The colors of the flag hold significant meanings: green for growth, white for peace, black for strength, and red for bravery. These colors are a testament to the principles the UAE stands for. This special day is about celebrating the unity amid diversity, the progress and achievements of the UAE. It's a day when the children, adults, locals, and foreigners come together to celebrate the spirit of the UAE.
Question 1
What is celebrated every year on December 2nd in the UAE?
UAE National Day
UAE Independence Day
UAE Flag Day
UAE Founder's Day
UAE Federation Day
Question 2
What does the black color on the UAE flag represent?
Peace
Bravery
Strength
Growth
Unity
Question 3
Who is considered the founding father of the UAE?
Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan
Question 4
What does the UAE National Day celebrate?
The birth of Sheikh Zayed
The invention of fireworks
The unity and pride of the nation
The discovery of oil in the UAE
The UAE's victory in a major war
Question 5
Before 1971, what was the status of the emirates that now make up the UAE?
They were part of a larger country
They were separate, independent emirates
They were colonies of a foreign power
They were provinces of a larger emirate
They did not exist
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