Multiple choice general knowledge culture The abaya refers to: An ankle length shirt worn by men A cloak worn during the winter season A black cloak worn by women in public A cord which holds the headdress in place. Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself C Correct answer Explanation The abaya is a loose, black over-garment worn by women in Saudi Arabia and other Gulf countries to cover their regular clothing in public. It's not a men's shirt (thobe/dishdasha), winter cloak, or headpiece cord (agal).