History of the House of Saud

What year did the House of Saud first emerge in history?

• 1744

• 1811

• 1932

• 1901

Who was the key figure in reestablishing the Saudi state in the early 20th century?

• King Faisal

• Muhammad ibn Abdul Wahab

• Abdul Aziz bin Abdul Rahman Al Saud

• King Saud

What significant event in 1938 changed the economic landscape of Saudi Arabia?

• End of Ottoman rule

• Discovery of oil

• Formation of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

• Alliance with the British

During which global conflict did Abdul Aziz maintain neutrality while fostering alliances?

• World War I

• The Gulf War

• World War II

• The Cold War

What was one of King Faisal's major actions during the 1973 Arab-Israeli War?

• Declared war on Egypt

• Withdrew Saudi oil from world markets

• Increased oil production

• Formed an alliance with Israel

Who succeeded King Saud after his abdication?

• King Khalid

• King Faisal

• King Fahd

• King Salman

What was a significant reform introduced by King Faisal?

• Abolishment of slavery

• Introduction of television

• Both A and B

• None of the above

Who was responsible for the assassination of King Faisal?

• A political rival

• A foreign agent

• An unknown assailant

• His nephew Faisal bin Mossad

Which king continued the modernization of Saudi Arabia after King Faisal?

• King Khalid

• King Salman

• King Fahd

• King Abdullah

Who is the current Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia?

• King Fahd

• King Abdullah

• Mohammed bin Salman

• King Salman