Life in the Desert

What are desert ?

• Deserts are places where it snows frequently.

• Deserts are regions with dense forests and high humidity.

• Deserts are wet, lush areas with abundant rainfall.

• Deserts are dry, hot areas

What is the Al Rub al-Khali known as?

• Empty Quarter

• Golden Sands

• Great Sandy Desert

• Desert of the Lost

What is the national tree of the UAE?

• Ghaf tree

• Date palm

• Acacia tree

• Cedar tree

How long can Ghaf trees live?

• 5 to 15 years

• 50 to 100 years

• 10 to 20 years

• 200 to 300 years

Why are Ghaf trees important for desert travelers?

• Ghaf trees are primarily used for timber.

• Ghaf trees are known for their colorful flowers.

• Ghaf trees are a source of medicinal herbs.

• Ghaf trees provide shade, food, and water for desert travelers.

What animal was called the 'ship of the desert'?

• Elephant

• Horse

• Donkey

• Camel

What did people travel in for safety in the desert?

• Bicycles

• Hot air balloons

• Caravans

• Motorcycles

Who lived in the desert in the past?

• Farmers
  

• Fishermen

• Merchants

• Bedouins

Camel milk was used to make butter and yoghurt.

• True

• False

Hospitality was not a part of Bedouin culture.

• True

• False