AP Art History: West & Central Asia

What is the Dome of the Rock, and where is it located?

• A mosque in Istanbul, Turkey

• A royal palace in Tehran, Iran

• An Islamic shrine in Jerusalem

• A historical site in Baghdad, Iraq

Which of the following empires is known for its significant contributions to the art and architecture of West and Central Asia?

• Roman Empire

• Ottoman Empire

• British Empire

• Mongol Empire

The Persian miniature is a small painting on paper, often used as book illustrations. Which period is most noted for the flourishing of this art form?

• Safavid dynasty

• Achaemenid Empire

• Byzantine Empire

• Umayyad Caliphate

What is the primary characteristic of Islamic architecture?

• Use of pointed arches and flying buttresses

• Extensive use of iconography depicting figures

• Emphasis on aniconism and geometric patterns

• Predominant use of wood and thatch

The Great Mosque of Isfahan is located in which country?

• Saudi Arabia

• Iran

• Turkey

• Egypt

Which of the following is a famous Persian poet known for his literary works that have been influential in the art and culture of West and Central Asia?

• Homer

• Shakespeare

• Rumi

• Dante

The Bamiyan Buddhas, destroyed in 2001, were located in which country?

• India

• Afghanistan

• Pakistan

• Nepal

What is the significance of the city of Petra in Jordan?

• It was the capital of the Roman Empire.

• It is known for its rock-cut architecture and water conduit system.

• It was the birthplace of Muhammad.

• It is the site of the ancient Library of Alexandria.

Which of the following materials was commonly used in Islamic art for calligraphy and manuscript illumination?

• Oil paint on canvas

• Watercolor on papyrus

• Ink and gold on paper

• Acrylic on wood

The Madrasa of Ulugh Beg is located in which city, known for its historical Islamic educational institutions?

• Cairo, Egypt

• Samarkand, Uzbekistan

• Istanbul, Turkey

• Baghdad, Iraq