Masterpieces of Islamic Art Test your knowledge of Islamic art and architecture with these insightful questions! michelle published on October 07, 20231 response 0 « Previous Next » Questions in vertical order 1/11 Which architectural feature is commonly found in Islamic mosques? Bell towers Minarets Stained glass windows Chimneys 2/11 Which is considered the holiest city in Islam? Mecca Cairo Jerusalem Istanbul 3/11 What is the purpose of a mihrab in a mosque? To broadcast the call to prayer To store religious texts To indicate the direction of Mecca To distribute holy water 4/11 Which of the following is a characteristic of Islamic calligraphy? Use of multiple colors Strict prohibition of figurative representation Heavy reliance on symmetry Preferential use of lowercase letters 5/11 What is the purpose of a minbar in a mosque? To store religious artifacts To lead congregational prayers To provide a platform for the sermon To display Islamic art 6/11 Which architectural style is commonly associated with Islamic buildings? Gothic Renaissance Moorish Baroque 7/11 Which of the following is NOT a common motif in Islamic art? Geometric patterns Arabesque designs Figurative representations Islamic calligraphy 8/11 What is a quibla wall? A decorative wall in a palace A wall in a mosque facing Mecca A wall adorned with Quranic verses A wall used for archery practice 9/11 Which Islamic architectural feature is known for its intricate geometric patterns? Iwan Hypostyle hall Muqarnas Cenotaph 10/11 What is a mina'i? A type of Islamic prayer rug A ceramic technique used in Islamic pottery A sacred book in Islam A musical instrument used in Islamic rituals 11/11 Which Islamic architectural element often features a horseshoe arch? Minaret Dome Qibla Mausoleum
