Practice Questions

Political Situation Al-Ahsa Region and Geographical Boundaries TO Downfall of Bani Khalid Rule in Al-
Ahsa & Establishment of First Saudi State

True/False

1. The Ottoman Empire had a significant presence in the Arabian Peninsula in the 18th and 19th
centuries. (True)

2. The Bani Khalid tribe ruled the Al-Ahsa region, including Qatar, from the late 17th century until
the late 18th century. (True)

3. The Al-Atube confederation was a group of three tribes: Al-Sabah, Al-Khalifa, and Al-Jalahima.
(True)

4. The Al-Khalifa tribe conquered the island of Bahrain in 1783. (True)

5. The First Saudi State was defeated by the Bani Khalid tribe in the late 18th century. (False)

6. Qatar's relationship with the Saudis was complex and often fraught with tension. (True)

7. Britain began to increase its presence in the Gulf in the early 19th century. (True)

8. The Al-Thani family was a powerful Qatari tribe that emerged in the late 19th century. (False)

9. The Al-Sabah tribe was a member of the Al-Atube confederation. (True)

10. The Bani Khalid tribe ruled Qatar from the mid-17th century to the late 18th century. (True)

11. The Al-Khalifa tribe conquered the island of Bahrain in 1783. (True)

12. The First Saudi State was defeated by the Bani Khalid tribe in the late 18th century. (False)

13. Qatar's relationship with the Saudis was always complex and often fraught with tension. (True)

14. Britain began to increase its presence in the Gulf in the early 19th century. (True)

15. The Al-Thani family established the Emirate of Qatar in 1868. (True)

16. The British played a significant role in the political development of Qatar before 1868. (True)

17. The pearl trade was the main source of income for Qatar before 1868. (True)

18. The pearl trade led to the rise of a number of powerful merchant families in Qatar. (True)

Multiple Choice

1. Which of the following tribes ruled the Al-Ahsa region, including Qatar, from the late 17th
century until the late 18th century?

(a) Al-Atube (b) Bani Khalid (c) Al-Mosalam (d) Al-Thani

2. Which of the following tribes conquered the island of Bahrain in 1783?

 (a) Al-Sabah (b) Al-Khalifa (c) Al-Jalahima (d) Al-Thani

3. Which of the following empires had a significant presence in the Arabian Peninsula in the 18th
and 19th centuries?

(a) Ottoman Empire (b) Safavid Empire (c) Portuguese Empire (d) All of the above

4. Which of the following tribes was allied with the British and played a key role in the
establishment of the Emirate of Qatar in 1868?

(a) Al-Sabah (b) Al-Khalifa (c) Al-Jalahima (d) Al-Thani

5. Which of the following statements is TRUE about the relationship between Qatar and the Saudis
before 1868?

(a) Qatar was a protectorate of the Saudis. (b) Qatar was a part of the Saudi State. (c) Qatar
was an independent emirate. (d) Qatar's relationship with the Saudis was complex and
often fraught with tension.
6. Which of the following tribes was NOT a member of the Al-Atube confederation?
(a) Al-Sabah (b) Al-Khalifa (c) Al-Jalahima (d) Al-Thani
7. Which of the following empires was the first to establish a significant presence in the Arabian
Peninsula?
(a) Ottoman Empire (b) Safavid Empire (c) Portuguese Empire (d) British Empire
8. Which of the following statements is FALSE about the relationship between Qatar and the Saudis
before 1868?
(a) Qatar was sometimes a tributary of the Saudis. (b) Qatar was sometimes allied with the
Saudis against the Ottomans. (c) Qatar was sometimes at war with the Saudis. (d) Qatar was
always a protectorate of the Saudis.
9. Which of the following factors contributed to the emergence of the Al-Thani family as a powerful
force in Qatar?
(a) Their alliance with the British (b) Their ability to unite the Qatari tribes (c) Their control of the
pearl trade (d) All of the above
10. Which of the following events led to the establishment of the Emirate of Qatar in 1868?
(a) The signing of the Anglo-Qatari Treaty (b) The defeat of the Bani Khalid by the Saudis (c) The
rise of the Al-Thani family to power (d) All of the above

New Province TO Britain’s Presence in the Gulf and Its Relation with Qatar

True/False

1. The Saudis established a province in the Arabian Peninsula in the late 18th century. (True)

2. The province voluntarily entered into the Al-Salafy doctrine. (True)

3. The collection of taxes by Bahrain gave them the authority to control the province's affairs under
Saudi sovereignty. (True)

4. The Saudi dominance over the province lasted for several years. (True)

5. The Saudi state was defeated by the Ottoman governor in Egypt in 1818. (True)
6. The Ottoman sultan referred to his ruler in Egypt Mohammed Ali Pasha who sent several
campaigns during the period (1812-1818) that managed to weaken the authority of Saudi state
and destroy its capital Al-Dara’aya. (True)

7. Mohammed Ali Pasha’s armies, led by his son Ibrahim Pasha, advanced to end the Saudi
authority over Al-Ahsa and the Gulf in general. (True)

8. The result was the expulsion of the Saudi garrisons from Qatar and Bahrain, and the province’s
ruler was captured. (True)

9. Al-khalifa regained control over Bahrain and continued to collect the tax that used to be
collected in the past for the sake of the Saudis, however, this time for themselves. (True)

10. The Saudi influence receded from the Gulf and Al-Ahsa after 1818. (True)

11. The power of the local Qatari tribes became clear after the Saudi influence receded. (True)

12. The Al-Buainain tribe became prominent when its sheikh killed a man from Bahrain in Doha in
1828. (True)

13. This incident strained the relationship between Bahrain and the Qatari tribes when the Sheikh of
Bahrain, Abdullah bin Ahmad, ordered the arrest and imprisonment of Al-Buainain’s sheikh.
(True)

14. The Al-Buainain tribe refused to hand over its sheikh and announced a rebellion. (True)

15. Britain's relations in the Gulf really began with the establishment of the Eastern Indian-British
Company. (True)

16. Britain justified its conquest of the Gulf with the pretexts of abolishing piracy, weapons and slave
trade, and safeguarding navigation. (True)

17. Britain used different methods to perform its policies, including imposing agreements, treaties,
and avowals. (True)

18. Britain succeeded in making itself a ruler and a hangman in all local and regional disputes in the
area. (True)

19. Qatar was the only emirate in the Gulf that Britain did not sign a treaty with. (True)

20. Britain's presence in the Gulf region had a significant impact on the political and economic
development of Qatar. (True)

21. The Qatari tribes were united under a single leader in the late 18th century. (False)

22. The Saudis established a direct presence in Qatar in the late 18th century. (True)

23. The Qatari tribes were forced to sign a peace treaty with the British in 1820. (False)

24. Britain's presence in the Gulf region had a negative impact on the political and economic
development of Qatar. (True)

25. The Qatari tribes eventually gained independence from Britain in the early 20th century. (True)
Multiple Choice

1. Which of the following empires defeated the First Saudi State in 1818?

(a) Ottoman Empire (b) Safavid Empire (c) Portuguese Empire (d) British Empire

2. What was the name of the Ottoman ruler in Egypt who sent campaigns to defeat the First Saudi
State?

(a) Mohammed Ali Pasha (b) Ibrahim Pasha (c) Abdullah bin Ahmad (d) Rahma bin Jabir Al-
Jalahima

3. Which of the following Qatari tribes became prominent after the Saudi influence receded?

(a) Al-Buainain (b) Al-Thani (c) Al-Jalahima (d) All of the above

4. What was the name of the British political resident who visited Doha in 1823?

(a) Mr. Macleod (b) Mr. Vistal (c) Mr. Abdullah bin Ahmad (d) Mr. Rahma bin Jabir Al-Jalahima

5. Which of the following statements is TRUE about Britain's presence in the Gulf region?

(a) Britain's presence had a positive impact on the political and economic development of Qatar.
(b) Britain's presence had a negative impact on the political and economic development of Qatar.
(c) Britain's presence had a mixed impact on the political and economic development of Qatar.
(d) Britain's presence had no impact on the political and economic development of Qatar.

6. What was the name of the city in Qatar that was bombarded by the British in 1821?

(a) Doha (b) Al-Bada (c) Khor Hassan (d) Al-Ahsa

7. What was the main reason why the British bombarded Al-Bada in 1821?

(a) To punish Rahma bin Jabir Al-Jalahima for his piracy activities (b) To force the Qatari tribes to
sign a peace treaty with Britain (c) To warn the Qatari tribes against interfering in British interests
in the Gulf (d) All of the above

8. What was the name of the peace treaty that Britain signed with the Gulf emirates in 1820?

(a) General Maritime Treaty (b) Anglo-Omani Treaty (c) Anglo-Qatari Treaty (d) None of the
above

9. Which of the following Qatari tribes was not a signatory to the General Maritime Treaty of 1820?

(a) Al-Buainain (b) Al-Thani (c) Al-Jalahima (d) All of the above were signatories to the treaty

10. What was the main reason why Britain did not sign a treaty with Qatar in 1820?

(a) Qatar was not a significant political entity at the time. (b) Britain was more interested in
developing relations with the other Gulf emirates. (c) Britain was concerned about the influence
of Rahma bin Jabir Al-Jalahima in Qatar. (d) All of the above
11. Which of the following statements is TRUE about the British presence in the Gulf region in the
early 19th century?

(a) Britain had a direct presence in Qatar. (b) Britain had a direct presence in Bahrain. (c) Britain
had a direct presence in Al-Ahsa. (d) Britain did not have a direct presence in any of these
regions.

12. Which of the following methods did Britain use to implement its policies in the Gulf region?

(a) Military force (b) Economic pressure (c) Political diplomacy (d) All of the above

13. What was the main goal of Britain's policies in the Gulf region?

(a) To secure British trade routes (b) To prevent other European powers from gaining influence in
the region (c) To suppress piracy and slave trade (d) All of the above

14. What was the impact of Britain's presence in the Gulf region on the Qatari tribes?

(a) It limited the autonomy of the Qatari tribes. (b) It increased the wealth and power of the
Qatari tribes. (c) It led to increased conflict between the Qatari tribes and the British. (d) All of
the above

15. Which of the following statements is FALSE about the relationship between Britain and Qatar in
the early 19th century?

(a) Britain had a significant impact on the political and economic development of Qatar.
(b) Britain's relationship with Qatar was complex and often fraught with tension.
(c) Britain signed a peace treaty with Qatar in 1820.
(d) Britain established a direct presence in Qatar in the early 19th century.
16. Which of the following statements is TRUE about the relationship between the Qatari tribes and
the Saudis in the late 18th century?
(a) The Qatari tribes were loyal to the Saudis. (b) The Qatari tribes were often at war with the
Saudis. (c) The Qatari tribes were sometimes allies of the Saudis and sometimes their enemies.
(d) The Qatari tribes had no relationship with the Saudis.
17. Which of the following factors led to the decline of the Saudis' influence in Qatar in the early
19th century?
(a) The defeat of the First Saudi State by the Ottoman Empire. (b) The rise of the British Empire
in the Gulf region. (c) The internal conflicts among the Qatari tribes. (d) All of the above.
18. What was the main reason why the British bombarded Al-Bada in 1821?
(a) To punish Rahma bin Jabir Al-Jalahima for his piracy activities. (b) To force the Qatari tribes to
sign a peace treaty with Britain. (c) To warn the Qatari tribes against interfering in British
interests in the Gulf. (d) All of the above.
19. Which of the following Qatari tribes was the first to sign a peace treaty with Britain?
(a) Al-Buainain (b) Al-Thani (c) Al-Jalahima (d) None of the above.
20. What was the main goal of Britain's policies in the Gulf region in the early 19th century?
(a) To secure British trade routes. (b) To prevent other European powers from gaining influence
in the region. (c) To suppress piracy and slave trade. (d) All of the above.
The Creation Of The Second Saudi State (Faisal Bin Turki’ S Reign 1824-1891) And Its Effects On The
Relationship Between Al Khalifa And The Qatari Tribes TO The British And Sheikh Mohammad Bin Khalifa

True/False

1. The Al Khalifa of Bahrain attempted to extend their control over the Qatari tribes in the early
19th century. (True)

2. Rahma bin Jabir, the sheikh of the Al Jalahima tribe, was a close ally of the Al Khalifa. (False)

3. The British intervened to maintain maritime peace in the region in the 1830s and 1840s. (True)

4. The Al Thani family emerged as a powerful force in Qatar in the 1840s. (True)

5. The Qatari tribes played a significant role in the internal conflict in Bahrain in the 1840s. (True)

6. Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani, the founder of the Qatari ruling dynasty, was a staunch supporter
of Sheikh Mohammad bin Khalifa of Bahrain. (False)

7. The Battle of Umm Suwaya in 1847 resulted in the defeat of Sheikh Mohammad bin Khalifa of
Bahrain. (False)

8. Sheikh Mohammad bin Khalifa of Bahrain imposed a siege on Doha in 1852 in an attempt to
punish the Qatari tribes for their support of Prince Faisal bin Turki of Saudi Arabia. (True)

9. The British signed an agreement with Sheikh Mohammad bin Khalifa of Bahrain in 1861, which
recognized his authority over Bahrain and placed the emirate under British protection. (True)

10. The internal conflict in Bahrain in the 1840s had a significant impact on the development of
Qatar. (True)

11. Faisal bin Turki, the second ruler of the Saudi state, was able to take control of Al-Ahsa in the
1830s. (True)

12. The British were concerned about the growing power of the Saudi state in the Gulf region. (True)

13. The Qatari tribes were united under a single leader in the early 19th century. (False)

14. The British intervened to prevent the Saudi state from invading Bahrain in the 1850s. (True)

15. The internal conflict in Bahrain in the 1840s led to the emergence of the Al Thani family as a
powerful force in Qatar. (True)

16. Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani, the founder of the Qatari ruling dynasty, signed a treaty with the
British in 1861. (False)

17. The British presence in the Gulf region had a significant impact on the development of Qatar.
(True)

18. The Qatari tribes played a key role in the suppression of piracy in the Gulf region in the early
19th century. (True)
 19. The British were interested in developing trade relations with Qatar in the early 19th century.
(True)

20. The Qatari tribes were reluctant to sign treaties with the British. (True)

21. The British established a direct presence in Qatar in the early 19th century. (False)

22. The Qatari tribes resisted attempts by the Al Khalifa of Bahrain to extend their control over
Qatar. (True)

23. The British were supportive of Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani's rise to power in Qatar. (False)

24. The relationship between Qatar and the Saudi state was complex and often fraught with tension.
(True)

25. The British presence in the Gulf region contributed to the stability and prosperity of the region.
(True)

Multiple Choice

1. Which of the following factors led to the increase in maritime attacks in the Gulf region in the
1830s?

(a) The withdrawal of the British from the region (b) The decline of the Saudi state (c) The
growth of the Qatari tribes (d) All of the above

2. What was the main goal of the British in signing the maritime truce agreements with the Gulf
emirates in the 1830s?

(a) To protect their trade routes (b) To suppress piracy and slave trade (c) To prevent other
European powers from gaining influence in the region (d) All of the above

3. Which of the following Qatari tribes did not support Sheikh Mohammad bin Khalifa of Bahrain in
his internal conflict with his grandfather, Sheikh Abdullah bin Ahmad?

(a) Al Buainain (b) Al Thani (c) Al Jalahima (d) Al Maadheed

4. What was the main reason for the Battle of Umm Suwaya in 1847?

(a) A dispute between Sheikh Mohammad bin Khalifa of Bahrain and Issa bin Turayf, the sheikh
of the Al Bin Ali tribe, over the terms of their alliance

(b) A conflict between Sheikh Mohammad bin Khalifa of Bahrain and the British over the British
presence in the Gulf region

(c) An invasion of Qatar by the Saudi state

(d) An internal conflict within the Al Thani family

5. What was the impact of the internal conflict in Bahrain in the 1840s on the relationship between
Sheikh Mohammad bin Khalifa of Bahrain and the Qatari tribes?
 (a) It led to a closer relationship between Sheikh Mohammad bin Khalifa and the Qatari
tribes
(b) It led to a more strained relationship between Sheikh Mohammad bin Khalifa and the
Qatari tribes
(c) It had no impact on the relationship between Sheikh Mohammad bin Khalifa and the
Qatari tribes
(d) It is difficult to say what the impact was
6. Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE about the relationship between Qatar and the
British in the early 19th century?
(a) The British were concerned about the growing power of the Saudi state in Qatar.
(b) The British were interested in developing trade relations with Qatar.
(c) The British established a direct presence in Qatar.
(d) The Qatari tribes were reluctant to sign treaties with the British.

7. What was the main goal of the British in intervening in the internal conflict in Bahrain in the
1840s?

(a) To protect their trade routes

(b) To prevent the Saudi state from gaining influence in Bahrain
(c) To support Sheikh Mohammad bin Khalifa of Bahrain in his internal conflict with his
grandfather
(d) To establish a British protectorate over Bahrain

8. Which of the following Qatari tribes played a key role in the suppression of piracy in the Gulf
region in the early 19th century?

(a) Al Buainain (b) Al Thani (c) Al Jalahima (d) All of the above

9. What was the main reason for the British presence in the Gulf region in the early 19th century?
(a) To secure British trade routes (b) To suppress piracy and slave trade (c) To prevent other
European powers from gaining influence in the region (d) All of the above

10. What was the impact of the British presence on the development of Qatar in the early 19th
century?

(a) It had a positive impact on the development of Qatar.

(b) It had a negative impact on the development of Qatar.
(c) It had a mixed impact on the development of Qatar.
(d) It is difficult to say what the impact was.
11. Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE about the relationship between Qatar and the
British in the early 19th century?
(a) The British were concerned about the growing power of the Saudi state in Qatar.
(b) The British were interested in developing trade relations with Qatar.
(c) The British established a direct presence in Qatar.
(d) The Qatari tribes were reluctant to sign treaties with the British.
12. What was the main goal of the British in intervening in the internal conflict in Bahrain in the
1840s?
 (a) To protect their trade routes
(b) To prevent the Saudi state from gaining influence in Bahrain
(c) To support Sheikh Mohammad bin Khalifa of Bahrain in his internal conflict with his
grandfather
(d) To establish a British protectorate over Bahrain
13. Which of the following Qatari tribes played a key role in the suppression of piracy in the Gulf
region in the early 19th century?
(a) Al Buainain (b) Al Thani (c) Al Jalahima (d) All of the above
14. What was the main reason for the British presence in the Gulf region in the early 19th century?
(a) To secure British trade routes (b) To suppress piracy and slave trade (c) To prevent other
European powers from gaining influence in the region (d) All of the above
15. What was the impact of the British presence on the development of Qatar in the early 19th
century?
(a) It had a positive impact on the development of Qatar. (b) It had a negative impact on the
development of Qatar. (c) It had a mixed impact on the development of Qatar. (d) It is difficult to
say what the impact was.

Qatar In Light Of The Internal Conflict In Bahrain, According To 1866 British Reports TO The British
Position On The Tribal Conflicts

True/False

1. The internal conflict in Bahrain had a significant impact on the political situation in Qatar. (True)

2. The Qatari tribes refused to submit to the authority of the rulers of Bahrain. (True)

3. The Qataris' relationship with the Saudis became closer under Al Thani’s leadership. (True)

4. Al Khalifa appointed Ahmad bin Mohammad Al Khalifa as their representative in Qatar. (True)

5. Ahmad bin Mohammad Al Khalifa was popular with the Qatari tribes. (False)

6. The Qatari tribes began to work on freeing Qatar of Al Khalifa's authority. (True)

7. Jassim bin Mohammad Al Thani wrote to the ruler of Bahrain, explaining his representative's
misconduct in Qatar. (True)

8. Jassim bin Mohammad Al Thani demanded independence for Qatar from Bahrain. (True)

9. Al Khalifa imprisoned Jassim bin Mohammad Al Thani in Bahrain. (True)

10. Mohammad bin Khalifa and the ruler of Abu Dhabi attacked Al Wakra and Doha in 1867. (True)

11. The British held Mohammad bin Khalifa responsible for the disputes and conflicts with the Qatari
tribes. (True)
 12. Mohammad bin Khalifa and the sheikh of Abu Dhabi's attack on Al Wakra and Doha in 1867
aggravated tribal conflicts in violation of the agreements signed between Britain and the Sheikhs
of the Gulf. (True)

13. The British Political Resident in the Gulf, Lewis Pelly, considered the attack on Doha by Sheikh
Mohammad bin Khalifa a challenge to British presence and a breach of the agreement Sheikh
Mohammad bin Khalifa had previously signed with Britain in 1861. (True)

14. The British obliged the Sheikh of Abu Dhabi to pay compensation to Qatar and apologize for his
actions. (True)

15. The British took a tough stance toward the Sheikh of Bahrain by bombing and destroying Abu
Maher Castle in Muharraq. (True)

16. The British deposed Sheikh Mohammad bin Khalifa and appointed his brother Ali, who vowed to
arrest his brother upon his return to Bahrain and hand him over to the Political Resident. (True)

17. The British imposed a hefty fine and a pledge to maintain maritime peace as well as hand over Al
Khalifa's warships to British authorities. (True)

18. Lewis Pelly met the senior Sheikhs of the Qatari tribes, headed by Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani,
and expressed his understanding for the campaign that Qatari tribes launched against Bahrain.
(True)

19. An agreement was signed on September 12, 1868 with Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani as an
extension of the Maritime Peace Treaty signed between Britain and the Arab Gulf emirates.
(True)

20. The 1868 agreement resulted in the creation of Qatar as an independent emirate ruled by the Al
Thani family. (True)

Multiple Choice

1. What was the main reason for the Qatari tribes to resist the authority of the rulers of Bahrain?

(a) The Qatari tribes felt that they were powerful and did not need to be ruled by Bahrain.
(b) The Qatari tribes had a different culture and religion than the Bahrainis.
(c) The Qatari tribes were allied with the Saudis, who were enemies of Bahrain.
(d) All of the above.

2. Which of the following statements is TRUE about the role of Al Thani family in the Qatari tribes'
struggle for independence?

(a) The Al Thani family led the Qatari tribes in their fight against Bahrain.
(b) The Al Thani family provided financial and military support to the Qatari tribes.
(c) The Al Thani family negotiated with the British on behalf of the Qatari tribes.
(d) All of the above.

3. What was the main reason for the British to intervene in the conflict between Bahrain and Qatar
in 1868?
 (a) To protect their trade interests in the region. (b) To prevent the conflict from escalating into a
wider war. (c) To support the Qatari tribes in their struggle for independence. (d) All of the
above.

4. What was the significance of the 1868 agreement between Britain and Qatar? (a) It recognized
Qatar as an independent emirate. (b) It ended the conflict between Bahrain and Qatar. (c) It
brought Qatar under British protection. (d) All of the above.

5. Which of the following statements is TRUE about the impact of the British presence in Qatar?

(a) The British presence helped to modernize Qatar.

(b) The British presence limited Qatar's independence

6. What was the main reason for the Qatari tribes to begin to feel that they were powerful if allied
with each other?
(a) The Qatari tribes had won several battles against Al Khalifa.
(b) The Qatari tribes had a large population and a strong military.
(c) The Qatari tribes had the support of the Saudis.
(d) All of the above.

7. What was the main reason for Al Khalifa to appoint Ahmad bin Mohammad Al Khalifa as their
representative in Qatar?
(a)To help maintain stability and peace in the region.
(b) To collect taxes from the Qatari tribes on behalf of Al Khalifa.
(c) To monitor the activities of the Qatari tribes and the Saudis.
(d) All of the above.

8. What was the main reason for the Qatari tribes to attack Ahmad bin Mohammad Al Khalifa's
headquarters in 1866?
(a) To avenge the attack on the Al Naeem tribe's caravan.
(b) To free the Sheikh of the Al Naeem tribe from captivity.
(c) To send a message to Al Khalifa that they would not tolerate their interference in Qatar's
internal affairs.
(d) All of the above.

9. What was the main reason for the British to intervene in the conflict between Bahrain and Qatar
in 1867?
(a) To protect their trade interests in the region.
(b) To prevent the conflict from escalating into a wider war.
(c) To support the Qatari tribes in their struggle for independence.
(d) All of the above.
10. What was the main reason for the British to take a tough stance against Al Khalifa after their
attack on Doha in 1867?
(a) To punish them for their aggression.
(b) To deter them from further interfering in Qatar's internal affairs.
(c) To send a message to other Gulf rulers that Britain would not tolerate aggression.
(d) All of the above.

11. What was the main reason for the Qatari tribes to sign the 1868 agreement with Britain?
(a) To secure British protection from Al Khalifa.
(b) To end the conflict between Bahrain and Qatar.
(c) To gain international recognition for their independence.
(d) All of the above.

12. What was the main impact of the 1868 agreement on Qatar?
(a) It made Qatar a British protectorate.
(b) It limited Qatar's independence.
(c) It helped to stabilize the political situation in Qatar.
(d) All of the above.

13. What was the main reason for the British to support the Qatari tribes in their struggle for
independence?
(a) To weaken Al Khalifa and their influence in the region.
(b) To secure British access to Qatar's natural resources.
(c) To prevent other European powers from gaining influence in Qatar.
(d) All of the above.

14. What was the main impact of the British presence in Qatar on the development of the Qatari
tribes?
(a) It helped to modernize the Qatari tribes.
(b) It helped to improve the education and healthcare of the Qatari tribes.
(c) It helped to protect the Qatari tribes from outside threats.
(d) All of the above.

15. What was the main reason for the Qatari tribes to seek independence from Bahrain?
(a) The Qatari tribes felt that they were different from the Bahrainis and had their own
culture and identity.
(b) The Qatari tribes wanted to have control over their own resources and destiny.
(c) The Qatari tribes were unhappy with the way Al Khalifa was ruling Qatar.
(d) All of the above.

16. What was the main impact of the 1868 agreement on the relationship between Qatar and
Britain?
(a) It brought Qatar under British influence.
(b) It limited Qatar's ability to engage in foreign relations with other countries.
(c) It required Qatar to seek British approval for major decisions.
(d) All of the above.
 17. What was the main reason for the British to take a tough stance against Sheikh Mohammad bin
Khalifa of Bahrain in 1868?
(a) To punish him for his role in the attack on Doha.
(b) To deter him from further interfering in Qatar's internal affairs

Al-Thani Family (Relocation From Najd To Qatar) TO The Role Of Sheikh Mohammad Al Thani In Creating
A Political Entity In Qatar

True/False

1. The Al Thani family is originally from Qatar. (False)

2. The Al Thani family migrated to Qatar from Najd in the Arabian Peninsula in the late 17th
century. (True)
3. The Al Thani family founder was a well-known senior pearl merchant. (True)
4. The Al Thani family was famous for urbanization and development. (True)
5. Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani was born in Al-Fuwairit. (True)
6. Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani led the Qatari tribes against the Al Khalifa of Bahrain. (True)
7. Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani was known for his generosity, intelligence, discernment, and
vigilance. (True)
8. Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani had significant power over the other villages in Qatar in 1863.
(False)
9. The Al Thani family was able to lead the Qatari tribes because of their social and economic
status. (True)
10. The Al Maadheed tribe, to which the Al Thani family belongs, were urbanized. (True)
11. Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani was the leader of the Al Thani family and the Al Maadeed tribe.
(True)
12. Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani's power and prestige rose amongst the Qatari tribes after the
killing of Sheikh Isa bin Turayf, Sheikh of the Al Bin Ali tribe. (True)
13. Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani allied with the second Saudi state in order to avoid a confrontation
between the Qatari tribes and the Saudis. (True)
14. Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani led the Qatari tribes to war against Mohammad Al Khalifa's
attempts to take revenge on the Qatari tribes for announcing their alliance with the second
Saudi state. (True)
15. Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani is considered Qatar's first ruler from the Al Thani family and the
first to base the family in Doha. (True)

Multiple Choice

1. What are the two key reasons that led the Al Thani family to migrate from the central region of
the Arabian Peninsula?
(a) Tribal conflicts and severe drought
(b) conomic opportunities and religious freedom
(c) Political instability and social unrest
(d) Climate change and environmental degradation
2. Who is the founder of the Al Thani family?
(a) Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani
(b) Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed bin Thani
(c) Sheikh Muhammad bin Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa
(d) Sheikh Isa bin Turayf

3. What are the three traits of Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani that helped him to lead and unite the
Qatari tribes?
(a) Generosity, intelligence, and discernment
(b) Power, wealth, and charisma
(c) Wisdom, political talent, and leadership
(d) Religious piety, military prowess, and diplomatic skills

4. Which of the following factors did NOT enable the Al Thani family to lead the Qatari tribes?
(a) Their social and economic statusPower, wealth, and charisma
(b) Their alliance with the Saudis
(c) Their political intelligence and skillfulness
(d) Their military strength and superiority

5. What is the role of Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani in creating a political entity in Qatar?
(a) He was the first ruler of Qatar from the Al Thani family.
(b) He united the Qatari tribes and led them to victory in several wars.
(c) He signed a treaty with the British that recognized Qatar as an emirate.
(d) All of the above

6. Which of the following statements is TRUE about Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani's authority in
1863?
(a) He was the undisputed ruler of Qatar.
(b) His authority was recognized by all of the Qatari tribes.
(c) He had significant power over the other villages in Qatar.
(d) His authority was limited to the village of al-Bidaa.

7. Which of the following Qatari tribes was led by Sheikh Isa bin Turayf?
(a) Al Thani
(b) The Bahraini tribes emerged victorious.
(c) Al Bin Ali
(d) None of the above.
8. What was the outcome of the war between Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani and Sheikh
Mohammad Al Khalifa?
(a) The Qatari tribes emerged victorious.
(b) Al Maadheed.
(c) The war ended in a stalemate
(d) The war led to the recognition of Qatar as an independent emirate.

9. In which year did Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani pass away?

(a) 1876
(b) 1878
(c) 1880
(d) 1882

10. Who succeeded Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani as the ruler of Qatar?
(a) Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed bin Thani
(b) Sheikh Muhammad bin Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa
(c) Sheikh Isa bin Turayf
(d) Sheikh Mohammad Al Khalifa

11. Which of the following is NOT a reason why the Al Maadheed tribe was well-respected in Qatar?
(a) They were urbanized.
(b) They were wealthy
(c) They were powerful.
(d) They were warlike.

12. What was the main purpose of the treaty that Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani signed with the
British in 1868?
(a) To recognize Qatar as an independent emirate.
(b) To establish a trade agreement between Qatar and Britain.
(c) To end the conflict between Qatar and Bahrain.
(d) To allow the British to build a military base in Qatar.

13. Which of the following is NOT a trait that Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani was known for?
(a) Generosity
(b) Intelligence
(c) Discernment
(d) Ruthlessness

14. Why did Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani decide to ally with the second Saudi state?
(a) To protect the Qatari tribes from the Saudis.
(b) To gain the support of the Saudis in his conflict with Bahrain.
(c) To expand the Qatari economy through trade with the Saudis.
(d) To spread Islam to the Arabian Peninsula.
15. What was the main reason why Sheikh Mohammad bin Thani entrusted his son Sheikh Jassim
with administrative responsibility in 1876?
(a) He was advancing in age.
(b) He wanted to prepare Sheikh Jassim for the role of ruler.
(c) He was suffering from health problems.
(d) He wanted to focus on his religious duties.