What traditional wooden boat ferries passengers across Dubai Creek between Deira and Bur Dubai?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Abra
- Step 1: An abra is a traditional boat made of wood, used to ferry people across the Dubai Creek. Answer: Abra. Abras travel between the water station at Shindagha/Al Ghubaiba on the Bur Dubai side and the water station at Al Sabkha on the Deira side, and they were the oldest form of public transport in Dubai. Why not the others: Gondola, Sampan and Catamaran don't fit.
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