Emirate of Dubai

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. Where is Emirate of Dubai?Southeastern coast of the Persian Gulf, part of the United Arab Emirates
2. How many people live in Emirate of Dubai?The most populous of the seven emirates in the UAE
3. What is the capital of Emirate of Dubai?The city of Dubai
4. What is the economic diversification?Strategic shift from oil dependence to tourism, finance, and trade
5. What is the key infrastructure?Jebel Ali Port and Dubai International Airport are major global hubs
6. Why is Dubai famous for its tall buildings and luxury hotels?Dubai is famous for its tall buildings and luxury hotels because the city has built many ambitious architectural projects to attract tourists and show its modern image.

Emirate: A sovereign political entity within the UAE, ruled by an emir, characterized by its administrative and geographical distinctiveness.
United Arab Emirates (UAE): A federation of seven emirates established in 1971, forming a single sovereign state on the Arabian Peninsula.
Economic Diversification: The process of shifting an economy away from a single or few sources of income towards a wider range of industries and revenue streams.