Islamic Art & Architecture Quiz (1)

Question 1

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What is the geometric pattern commonly found in Islamic art called?

Arabesque

Rococo

Baroque

Fresco

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Pyramids of Giza

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Hagia Sophia

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Hieroglyphics

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Great Mosque of Samarra

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Sultan Ahmed Mosque

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Impressionism

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Surrealism

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Abstract Expressionism

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Cairo, Egypt

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Tehran, Iran

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Istanbul, Turkey

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Vesica Piscis

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Glassblowing

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Jerusalem, Israel

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Marrakech, Morocco

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Cordova, Spain

Question 2

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Which iconic architectural structure is located in Mecca and is considered the holiest site in Islam?

Kaaba

Taj Mahal

Question 3

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What is the art of decorative handwriting in Islamic calligraphy called?

Khatt

Cuneiform

Graffiti

Question 4

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Which famous Islamic architectural structure is known for its blue tiles and minarets?

Blue Mosque

Alhambra

Question 5

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What type of art is characterized by the prohibition of depicting living beings in Islamic culture?

Aniconism

Question 6

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Which Islamic architectural element serves as a call to prayer and is often tall and slender?

Minaret

Cupola

Mausoleum

Dome

Question 7

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Where can you find the famous Islamic art and science exhibition center known as the Museum of Islamic Art?

Doha, Qatar

Question 8

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What is the traditional Islamic design element consisting of three overlapping circles called?

Trebuchet

Tondo

Mandala

Question 9

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Which famous Islamic art form involves the intricate skill of weaving threads together?

Carpet weaving

Pottery

Sculpture

Question 10

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What is the unique decorative technique used in Islamic art to create geometric patterns with wood?

Intarsia

Marquetry

Encaustic

Engraving

Question 11

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Which city is known for its magnificent Islamic architecture in the form of the Alhambra?

Granada, Spain