Bahrain civics quiz: questions and answers
All 15 general civics quiz questions about Bahrain with answers and explanations, grouped by topic. This is a learning quiz, not an official exam. Select a question to see the answer.
Government and law 5 questions
The kingdom, the National Action Charter and the two chambers of the National Assembly.
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What is the capital of Bahrain?
Manama
Manama, on the northern tip of Bahrain Island, is the capital and largest city.
What is the title of Bahrain’s head of state?
King
Bahrain has been a kingdom headed by a King since 2002. Before that, its ruler held the title Emir.
What are the two chambers of Bahrain’s National Assembly?
Council of Representatives and Shura Council
The elected Council of Representatives and the appointed Shura Council together form the National Assembly.
Which reform document did Bahrainis approve by referendum in 2001?
The National Action Charter
The National Action Charter was approved by referendum in February 2001 and paved the way for the 2002 constitution.
Which family has ruled Bahrain since the 18th century?
Al Khalifa
The Al Khalifa family has ruled Bahrain since the late 18th century. The other families rule Qatar, Oman and Kuwait.
History 5 questions
Ancient Dilmun, the discovery of oil in 1932 and independence in 1971.
Which ancient civilisation was centred on Bahrain?
Dilmun
Dilmun was a Bronze Age trading civilisation centred on Bahrain, known from Mesopotamian texts and Bahrain's burial mounds.
In which year did Bahrain gain independence?
1971
Bahrain became independent on 15 August 1971, when its treaty relationship with Britain ended.
On what date is Bahrain’s National Day celebrated?
16 December
Bahrain celebrates its National Day on 16 December each year.
In which year was oil first discovered in Bahrain?
1932
Oil was struck in 1932, making Bahrain the first place on the Arab side of the Gulf to discover oil.
In which year was Bahrain proclaimed a kingdom?
2002
Bahrain was proclaimed a kingdom with the new constitution of February 2002.
Geography, culture and symbols 5 questions
The island archipelago, the King Fahd Causeway, the dinar, the flag and UNESCO sites.
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What type of country is Bahrain geographically?
An island archipelago
Bahrain is made up of a group of islands in the Gulf, the largest being Bahrain Island.
Which causeway links Bahrain to Saudi Arabia?
The King Fahd Causeway
The King Fahd Causeway, opened in 1986, connects Bahrain with eastern Saudi Arabia.
What is the currency of Bahrain?
The Bahraini dinar
The Bahraini dinar is the national currency.
How many white triangles appear on Bahrain’s flag?
Five
Bahrain's red and white flag has five white triangles, which represent the five pillars of Islam.
Which ancient fort and harbour site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Bahrain?
Qal'at al-Bahrain
Qal'at al-Bahrain, an ancient harbour and capital of Dilmun, was inscribed on the UNESCO list in 2005.
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