Pearl Diving industry in the UAE

What are some traditional methods of pearl diving in the UAE?

• Scuba diving, metal boats, untrained pearl divers

• Fishing nets, speedboats, amateur pearl hunters

• Snorkeling, plastic boats, inexperienced pearl divers

• Free diving, wooden boats, trained pearl divers

How has pearl diving played a role in the history of the UAE?

• It had no impact on the history of the UAE

• It led to the decline of the economy in the region

• It was a major source of income and trade for the people of the region.

• It was only practiced by a small group of people

What tools and equipment are commonly used in pearl diving?

• Nose clips, goggles, weighted belt, mesh bag

• Hiking boots, compass, backpack, water bottle

• Fishing rod, bait, tackle box, fishing net

• Scuba tank, wetsuit, snorkel, fins

How did the pearl diving industry in the UAE change with the discovery of oil?

• Declined

• Became obsolete

• Thrived

• Remained the same

What are some traditional techniques used by pearl divers to find oysters?

• Scuba diving techniques

• Using metal detectors

• Using sonar technology

• Free diving techniques

Why was pearl diving an important source of income for many people in the UAE?

• Abundance of gold in the region

• Lack of other job opportunities

• Government subsidies for pearl divers

• High demand for pearls in the international market

What impact did the pearl diving industry have on the culture and traditions of the UAE?

• It influenced the economy, social structure, and traditional practices.

• It caused the decline of traditional practices

• It had no impact on the culture and traditions

• It led to the modernization of the UAE

How did the decline of the pearl diving industry impact the economy of the UAE?

• Shift towards oil as the main source of income and economic growth

• Rise in agricultural production

• Expansion of the pearl diving industry

• Increase in tourism revenue

What are some modern developments in the pearl diving industry in the UAE?

• Decrease in pearl cultivation due to lack of interest

• Use of traditional diving methods with no modern technology

• Introduction of modern technology for diving and pearl cultivation

• Shift towards using manual labor instead of modern technology

Identify the traditional boat of the UAE.

• Yacht

• Titanic ship

• Dhow

• Ferry