Questions
1. What is the primary architectural feature of a mosque?
2. Which city is home to the famous Alhambra palace?
3. What type of decorative art is often used in Islamic architecture, characterized by geometric patterns and floral designs?
4. What is a key characteristic of Islamic calligraphy?
5. The Great Mosque of Samarra is famous for its unique spiral minaret known as the:
6. Which of the following is NOT a significant element of Islamic architecture?
- A) Courtyards
- B) Arches
- C) Columns
- D) Flying buttresses
7. What is the term used for the intricate tile work that is often seen in Islamic buildings?
8. Which famous structure is considered a masterpiece of Mughal architecture in India?
9. What was the primary purpose of the Alhambra’s intricate water features?
10. Which of the following Islamic art forms is primarily associated with religious texts and manuscripts?
- A) Miniature painting
- B) Sculpture
- C) Weaving
- D) Pottery
Answers
1. Minaret
2. Granada
3. Arabesque
4. Emphasis on text and script
5. Malwiya Minaret
6. Flying buttresses
7. Zellige
8. The Taj Mahal
9. Cooling the air
10. Miniature painting