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Revision worksheet
Grade VII: Sec: _____ Subject: Social Studies

Name of the Student:

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Facts about the UAE.

1.Location of the UAE:

Ans: The UAE is located on the southeastern side of the Arabian Peninsula in Southwest Asia.

2.The borders of the UAE.

Saudi Arabia: The UAE shares its southern and western borders with Saudi Arabia, making it
the longest land border of the UAE.
Oman: The eastern border of the UAE is shared with Oman. The border follows the Hajar
mountains, which run along the eastern edge of the UAE.
Arabian Gulf: The northern and northeastern borders of the UAE are formed by the coast along the
Arabian Gulf, which provides the UAE with access to the sea.

3.What is the name of the vast sand desert that covers a significant portion of the UAE’s interior?
Ans: Rub al Khali.

4. In what year did the development of education in the United Arab Emirates begin?
Answer: 1962

5. Who considered education a priority for development in the UAE?

Answer: H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan

6. What is the goal of the plan to localize education in the UAE by 2020?
Answer: To have 90% of citizens working in the education sector

7. What is the highest constitutional, legislative, and executive authority in the UAE?
Answer: Federal Supreme Council

8. When were the first elections for the Federal National Council held in the UAE?
Answer :2006

9. What was launched in 2010 with the goal of making the UAE one of the best countries in the
world by 2021?
Answer: National Charter

10. The Emirate of Sharjah n the UAE was awarded with the title of UNESCO Cultural Capital of
the Arab world in _______________. Answer- 1998
11. What ancient practice involves training falcons to hunt down prey and has been included in the UNESCO
Intangible Cultural Heritage list? Answer: Falconry

12. Which ministry was established on December 2, 1971, to oversee education in the UAE?
Answer: Ministry of Education and Youth

13. The world’s longest zip line is in Ras Al Khaimah. It starts from the top of Jebel Jais and ends at
the foot of the _______________Mountains, spanning 2.8km. Ans:Hajar

14. In 2009 the UAE became the first country in the Middle East to host the _________Club World
Cup tournament. Ans;FIFA

15. Emirati astronaut,______________________ was the first Arab astronaut to travel to the
International Space Station on September 25th, 2019.Ans; Hazza Al Mansouri

16. The UAE became the first Arab country to successfully enter the orbit of Mars' with the
____________on February 9th, 2021. Ans: Hope Probe

17. The ___________________in Abu Dhabi is the venue for the Abu Dhabi Formula 1 Grand Prix.
Ans: Yas Marina Circuit

18. The UAE’s highest peak is ______________________, it stands at 1,934m above sea level.
Ans: Jebel Jais

19. The shape of the _____________________ is inspired by the Spider Lily (Hymenocallis
littoralis), a regional desert flower. Ans: Burj Khalifa

20. Write a brief note about National Identity Sign of the UAE.

Ans:____________________________________________________________________________

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Answer the following questions:

1. Central Asia consists of 5 countries. They are _______________________________________,

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2. Where did most inhabitants of Central Asia traditionally live?

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3. What types of environments are found in Central Asia?

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4. One of the most prominent mountain ranges in Central Asia.

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5. The major river system in the Central Asia.

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6. The largest river system in Central Asia.

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7. The population of Central Asia. ____________________

8. In modern times, the Soviet Union and _______________has played a significant role in

influencing Central Asian culture.

9. The Republic of Kazakhstan enjoys a relatively successful economic status in Central Asia due to

an abundance of ______________________________________.

10. The lower house of parliament in Kazakhstan are called ____________________and upper house

called _____________________.

11. What type of Government system does Kazakhstan have?

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12. From 618 to 907 CE, parts of Central Asia were ruled by the ___________________________
Of China.

13. The Central Asian climate had an impact on its habitants, Do you agree ? Explain

Ans:____________________________________________________________________________

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14. How can Governments provide a more moral and equitable approach to resource sharing, as
opposed to the localized fighting and conflicts of the past?

Ans:________________________________________________________________________

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15. Which surrounding countries do you think may have had the greatest impact on Central Asian
culture?
Ans:_______________________________________________________________________

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16. In which ways do you think cultural appreciation plays a role in strengthening the culture of a
country or region?

Ans:____________________________________________________________________________

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17. Why is it important for cultures to respect each other’s cultural differences? Write a paragraph to
explain how you view cultural appreciations in your life.
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 18. Write about the economic sector of Kazakhstan.

Ans____________________________________________________________________________

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19. Observe the map and list down the neighbors of Central Asian countries.

North:________________________________________________________________

East:___________________________________________________________________

South:__________________________________________________________________

West:___________________________________________________________________.

Things to remember:

For proficiency in preparation , read text book lessons, learn all textbook activities including

MCQs , question-answers and Map work.