Muscat, Oman — Questions and answers
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What special decorations can you find inside the Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque?
Choices
- A. A giant swimming pool and bouncy castles
- B. A huge Persian carpet and a sparkly crystal chandelier ✓
- C. Lots of small rugs and simple lamps
- D. Old paintings and wooden statues
Answer: B. A huge Persian carpet and a sparkly crystal chandelier
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What can you smell along the Muttrah Corniche?
Choices
- A. The smell of fresh flowers
- B. The scent of grilling seafood ✓
- C. The smell of old books
- D. The scent of sweet candies
Answer: B. The scent of grilling seafood
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What kind of things can you find for sale in the Muttrah Souk?
Choices
- A. Fast cars and video games
- B. Colorful clothes, shiny jewelry, and Omani daggers ✓
- C. Brand new kitchen appliances
- D. Large farm animals and tractors
Answer: B. Colorful clothes, shiny jewelry, and Omani daggers
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Who ordered the building of the Royal Opera House Muscat?
Choices
- A. A famous singer
- B. Sultan Qaboos ✓
- C. An Italian architect
- D. The local fishermen
Answer: B. Sultan Qaboos
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What kind of natural feature is a popular attraction near Nakhal Fort?
Choices
- A. A giant waterfall
- B. Hot springs ✓
- C. A huge sandy beach
- D. A frozen lake
Answer: B. Hot springs
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What can visitors do in the Wahiba Sands to explore the desert?
Choices
- A. Go skiing or snowboarding
- B. Take camel treks or ride in 4x4 vehicles ✓
- C. Swim in the ocean
- D. Play golf on green fields
Answer: B. Take camel treks or ride in 4x4 vehicles
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What special event happens at Ras Al Jinz Turtle Reserve at night?
Choices
- A. Fireworks displays
- B. Endangered green sea turtles come to lay eggs ✓
- C. A big party with music and dancing
- D. Boats sail out to sea for fishing
Answer: B. Endangered green sea turtles come to lay eggs
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