Which fort in the Al Ain oasis area, built in 1891 by Sheikh Zayed bin Khalifa Al Nahyan to protect date palm farmers, later served as a base for the Trucial Oman Scouts?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Al Jahili Fort
- Step 1: Al Jahili Fort was built in 1891 in Al-Jahili Oasis by Sheikh Zayed bin Khalifa Al Nahyan for the protection of date palm farmers. Answer: Al Jahili Fort. In 1955 it was used as a base for the Trucial Oman Levies, which were renamed Trucial Oman Scouts in 1956. Why not the others: Al Murabba Fort, Al Muwaiji Fort and Qasr Al Sarab don't fit.
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