Doha, Qatar — Questions and answers

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Who designed the famous Museum of Islamic Art in Doha?

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  1. I.M. Pei ✓
  2. The city's mayor
  3. A famous artist from Qatar
  4. The local architect's team

Answer: I.M. Pei

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What kind of sounds might you hear in Souq Waqif, Doha's marketplace?

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  1. The sounds of bartering ✓
  2. Quiet library whispers
  3. Loud crashing waves
  4. Chirping birds and crickets

Answer: The sounds of bartering

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What do falcons symbolize in Qatari culture?

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  1. Heritage and pride ✓
  2. Speed and agility
  3. Wealth and power
  4. Friendship and loyalty

Answer: Heritage and pride

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What kind of boats can you see gently bobbing in the waters along the Doha Corniche?

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  1. Traditional dhow boats ✓
  2. Big cruise ships
  3. Modern yachts
  4. Small fishing dinghies

Answer: Traditional dhow boats

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What kind of events does Katara Cultural Village host throughout the year?

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  1. Festivals and exhibitions ✓
  2. Soccer tournaments
  3. Science fairs
  4. Cooking competitions

Answer: Festivals and exhibitions

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What is another name for Aspire Zone?

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  1. Doha Sports City ✓
  2. Doha Culture Park
  3. Doha Adventure Land
  4. Doha Learning Center

Answer: Doha Sports City

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What interesting features decorate the stations of the Doha Metro?

Choices

  1. Striking art installations ✓
  2. Giant televisions
  3. Petting zoos
  4. Food trucks

Answer: Striking art installations

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Why is the artificial island called The Pearl-Qatar?

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  1. It is named after the country's history of pearl diving. ✓
  2. It is shaped exactly like a pearl.
  3. Many beautiful pearls are found there today.
  4. It is a very shiny and white island.

Answer: It is named after the country's history of pearl diving.

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What kind of art does Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art showcase?

Choices

  1. Modern and contemporary art from the Arab world ✓
  2. Ancient Roman sculptures
  3. Paintings of famous animals
  4. Abstract art from around the globe

Answer: Modern and contemporary art from the Arab world

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What does Qatar's National Vision 2030 aim to achieve for the country?

Choices

  1. Transform Qatar into an advanced society. ✓
  2. Build the tallest building in the world.
  3. Discover a new planet in space.
  4. Invent a time travel machine.

Answer: Transform Qatar into an advanced society.

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