The Amazing United Arab Emirates
In the southeast corner of the Arabian Peninsula, you'll find the United Arab Emirates, often called UAE. It has seven emirates, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The UAE is known for its amazing skyscrapers. The tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa, stands proudly in Dubai. The UAE is also home to Palm Jumeirah, the largest man-made island shaped like a palm tree! But it's not just about fancy buildings - the UAE has a rich culture and history, with folk dances like 'Yowla' and delicious food like 'Harees'. The leaders of the UAE are always thinking about the future and have plans to turn it into a space exploration hub. Isn't that exciting?
Question 1
Where is the tallest building in the world located?
New York
Tokyo
Dubai
Explanation. The tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa, is located in Dubai.
Paris
London
Question 2
What is the traditional dance of the UAE?
Yowla
Explanation. The traditional dance of the UAE is called Yowla.
Salsa
Tango
Bollywood
Ballet
Question 3
What is the future plan of the UAE's leaders?
To make it a sports hub
To make it a space exploration hub
Explanation. The leaders of the UAE have plans to turn it into a space exploration hub.
To make it a movie-making hub
To make it a technological hub
To make it a tourism hub
Question 4
What is the name of the largest man-made island in the UAE?
Palm Jumeirah
Explanation. Palm Jumeirah is the largest man-made island in the UAE.
Palm Springs
Palm Beach
Palm Dubai
Palm Atlantis
Question 5
What is the local cuisine of the UAE?
Pizza
Sushi
Harees
Explanation. Harees is a traditional dish in the UAE.
Burger
Pasta
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