Special Sub-Topic: Bahrain Authored by: Triviaballer Sub-topic of: Asian Countries - Other

What is the official name of the nation of Bahrain?

Kingdom of Bahrain. In Arabic, the Kingdom of Bahrain is 'Mamlakat al-Bahrayn.' Hamad ibn Isa Al Khalifah became the King of Bahrain in 2002.

With what other country does Bahrain share a land border?

None. Bahrain is an island country located in the Persian Gulf. The approximate coordinates of Bahrain are 26 degrees North and 50.5 degrees East.

What city became the capital of Bahrain in 1971?

Manama. During its history, the city of Manama has been ruled by Portugal and the Persian empire. In 1783 the Al-Khalifa dynasty took control of the city. Manama is a city known for its numerous financial institutions. Bahrain International Airport is located 15 kilometers from Manama.

Bahrain is a very small nation with an area of only 665 square kilometers. Which of the following is a true statement regarding the size of Bahrain?

It is the smallest Arab nation.. Singapore and the Maldives are two Asian nations that have a smaller area than Bahrain. The next smallest Arab nation is Qatar which has an area over 16 times larger than Bahrain.

From what two nations did Bahrain break its ties with to become an independent country on August 15, 1971?

United Kingdom and Iran. In 1968 Bahrain joined Qatar and the Trucial States (now the United Arab Emirates) in an attempt to form a union of Arab emirates with the protection of the British government. By 1971 the terms of the union of these sheikhdoms had still not been worked out and Bahrain thus sought for its own independence. Shortly after this declaration the nation of Iran attempted to claim the island of Bahrain but its claim was denied by the United Nations.

What multiple dike-bridge combination connects the nation of Bahrain with Saudi Arabia to the west?

King Fahd Causeway. Construction on the King Fahd Causeway began in 1982, and it was officially opened on November 25, 1986. The total cost of the project was about 1.2 billion United States dollars.

Which of the following is NOT true regarding the nation of Bahrain?

Its national flag and emblem have similar green and white designs.. The flag of Bahrain contains a white band and a red area that are separated by five triangles that form a jagged line. The five triangles represent the five pillars of Islam.

What is the official currency of the nation of Bahrain?

Bahraini dinar. The Bahraini dinar replaced the Gulf Rupee as the official currency of Bahrain in 1965. The Bahraini dinar is divided into fils.

Administratively Bahrain is divided into five regions called governorates. Which of the following is NOT one of Bahrain's five governorates?

Bandar Seri Begawan. Bandar Seri Begawan is the capital of the country of Brunei. The other two governorates of Bahrain are Janubiyah and Wasat.

Which of the following choices best describes what the word Bahrain means in Arabic?

Two seas. The 'two seas' referenced by the name Bahrain may be the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Bahrain. The land area of Bahrain is approximately four times that of the District of Columbia in the United States.

It is a common misconception that the country of Bahrain contains only one large island. How many islands does the archipelago of Bahrain actually consist of?

33. The largest island in the nation of Bahrain is the island of Bahrain. This island comprises 83% of the land area of the country.

Which of the following is NOT an island or group of islands of the nation of Bahrain?

Amirante Islands. The Amirante Islands are a part of the Outer Islands of the Seychelles. In spite of being owned by Bahrain, the Hawar Islands are located only several kilometers off the coast of Qatar. The Amwaj Islands are considered a 'pioneering project' where 100% freehold land ownership is allowed and high technology devices like fibre optics and geotubes are part of its infrastructure.

What important city in the nation of Bahrain has a name meaning 'Place of the Ashes' in Arabic and was capital of the country until 1923?

Al Muharraq. The oldest sports club in the Persian Gulf region, Muharraq Club, is located in Al Muharraq. The city of Umm Al Hassam contains a rather large Jewish population and its name means 'Mother of Sea Shells' in Arabic. The city of Sitrah is Bahrain's chief petroleum production locale.

The highest point of Bahrain is only 122 meters above sea level. What is the name of this 'high' point?

Jabal ad Dukhan. As you may have guessed, the lowest points of Bahrain are located at sea level on the Persian Gulf. Mina Salman is one of the main ports of Bahrain. Jazirat al Azl and Nabi Salah are both small islands of Bahrain.

Which of the following choices best describes the two distinct seasons of the climate of Bahrain?

Very hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures from April to October average about 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit). In the winter months from November to March, temperatures hover between 10 and 20 degrees Celsius (50-68 degrees Fahrenheit) in Bahrain.