Question 1

Discuss the architectural components and spatial arrangements of a typical mosque.

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Question 2

In many traditional settlements located from North Africa to the Middle East, a bazaar is a:

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A)   strange form of Islamic bathing facility.
B)   street linking merchants' stalls and small shops.
C)   type of Islamic merchant caravan.
D)   section in an Islamic city devoted to cafes.
E)   None of the answers is correct.F) A) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 3

The earliest Mosque about which there is reliable archaeological information is the:

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A)   Masjid-I-Shah in Isfahan.
B)   Friday Mosque in Isfahan.
C)   Bibi Khanym Mosque in Samarkand.
D)   Great Mosque of al-Mutawakkil in Samarra.
E)   None of the answers is correct.F) A) and B)
G) A) and E)

Question 4

The dome atop the Tomb of Ismail the Samanid in Bukhara sits on:

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A)   squinch arches.
B)   pendentives.
C)   multiple piers.
D)   an arcade.
E)   None of the answers is correct.F) A) and B)
G) B) and C)

Question 5

The Nasrid Dynasty in Spain was dislodged by:

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A)   Charles Martel.
B)   King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella.
C)   the emperor Justinian at the head of Spanish armies.
D)   Christopher Columbus before he made his famous voyage.
E)   None of the answers is correct.F) A) and B)
G) B) and E)

Question 6

In the context of Islamic architecture, a caravanserai refers to:

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A)   a hospice for the infirm.
B)   a mosque for traveling merchants.
C)   accommodation and markets for foreign merchants.
D)   training and school for young children.
E)   None of the answers is correct.F) A) and E)
G) B) and C) C

Question 7

Discuss the differences between the architectural styles of iwan mosques and multi-domed mosques.

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Question 8

The Great Mosque at Córdoba includes:

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A)   arches atop columns.
B)   horseshoe-shaped arches.
C)   polychrome arches.
D)   stacked arches.
E)   All of the answers are correct.F) B) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 9

The Great Mosque of al-Mutawakkil in Samarra is notable for its:

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A)   spiral minaret.
B)   minarets with tombs in their bases.
C)   multiple octagonal minarets.
D)   minarets made of stone imported from Africa.
E)   None of the answers is correct.F) A) and C)
G) B) and C)

Question 10

Describe the influence of Islamic architecture on urban planning in Islamic societies.

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Islamic architecture has had a significant influence on urban planning in Islamic societies. One of the key features of Islamic architecture is the emphasis on creating a sense of community and social interaction. This is reflected in the layout of Islamic cities, which often feature a central mosque surrounded by markets, public squares, and residential areas. The design of these cities encourages people to come together for prayer, commerce, and socializing, fostering a strong sense of community.

Additionally, Islamic architecture places a strong emphasis on creating beautiful and functional spaces. This is evident in the design of buildings, which often feature intricate geometric patterns, ornate tile work, and lush gardens. These elements not only serve a decorative purpose but also contribute to creating a sense of tranquility and beauty in urban environments.

Furthermore, Islamic architecture also prioritizes the integration of natural elements into urban spaces. This can be seen in the use of courtyards, fountains, and shaded walkways, which help to mitigate the harsh climate in many Islamic societies and create comfortable outdoor spaces for socializing and relaxation.

Overall, the influence of Islamic architecture on urban planning in Islamic societies has resulted in cities that are designed to foster a strong sense of community, provide functional and beautiful spaces, and integrate natural elements to create comfortable and inviting urban environments.

Question 11

Koca Sinan designed all of the following EXCEPT the

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A)   Friday Mosque in Fatehpur Sikri.
B)   Sehzade Mosque in Istanbul.
C)   Mosque of Süleyman the Magnificent in Istanbul.
D)   Selimiye Mosque in Edirne.
E)   All of the answers are correct.F) A) and B)
G) None of the above

Question 12

A famous goal of Islamic pilgrimage is the:

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A)   house of Mohammed in Medina.
B)   Ka'ba in Mecca.
C)   Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem.
D)   holy waters of the Bosporus in Constantinople.
E)   None of the answers is correct.F) A) and E)
G) C) and E)

Question 13

In the context of Islamic architecture, a Külliye is a:

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A)   Muslim holy man.
B)   type of tomb built for Turkish Pashas.
C)   type of Muslim university.
D)   vast complex with multiple functions adjacent to a mosque.
E)   None of the answers is correct.F) C) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 14

Iwan mosques include a rectangular court:

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A)   flanked by large, often-vaulted spaces.
B)   with multiple ablution pools.
C)   with multiple prayer halls.
D)   flanked by large towers covered with aniconic ornaments.
E)   None of the answers is correct.F) All of the above
G) D) and E) A

Question 15

The Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem is:

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A)   circular.
B)   square.
C)   cross-shaped.
D)   octagonal.
E)   None of the answers is correct.F) A) and D)
G) B) and E)

Question 16

The Sehzade Mosque in Istanbul is modeled on:

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A)   Hagia Sophia.
B)   the Dome of the Rock.
C)   the Taj Mahal.
D)   the Ka'ba.
E)   None of the answers is correct.F) A) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 17

All of the following are part of a tradition Islamic house design EXCEPT:

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A)   earth-sheltered rooms.
B)   roof terraces for summer sleeping.
C)   interior courtyards.
D)   screens covering projecting windows that overlook the street.
E)   None of the answers is correct.F) C) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 18

Islam prescribes that ornamentation be aniconic, meaning:

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A)   traceable in form to the dreams of Mohammed.
B)   symbolic or suggestive rather than literally representational.
C)   traceable to patterns established at the Dome of the Rock.
D)   based on animal forms.
E)   None of the answers is correct.F) A) and E)
G) A) and C)

Question 19

The plan of Isfahan is unusual among the plans of other Islamic cities in having:

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A)   a long, straight grand avenue.
B)   double curving main streets following two rivers.
C)   an upper and lower city, each with a rigid grid plan.
D)   the Taj Mahal at its center.
E)   None of the answers is correct.F) A) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 20

Islamic armies pressing east into France from Spain in 732 were repulsed by:

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A)   Visigoth kings.
B)   Charles Martel.
C)   Charlemagne.
D)   Ostrogoth kings.
E)   All of the answers are correct.F) B) and E)
G) B) and C)

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