War Mask

What does the inscription "There is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is the messenger of Allah" represent?

• A greeting for Safavid rulers

• The core belief of Islam

• A battle cry used by Safavid soldiers

• A tribute to a specific deity

The Safavids were a dynasty that followed which branch of Islam?

• Shia

• Sunni

• Sufi

• None of the above

How does the inscription on the mask help historians understand the Safavids?

• It reveals their preferred fighting style.

• It indicates their economic prosperity

• It shows their artistic preferences.

• It demonstrates the importance of religious faith

The mask is constructed of what material(s)?

• Leather

• Wood

• Iron or steel

• A combination of the above

Compared to round-eye holes, what potential benefit might hexagonal holes offer?

• Increased protection for the eyes

• Improved comfort

• A wider field of view

• Easier manufacturing

What feature of the mask might suggest close-quarter combat was used by the Safavids?

• The inscription

• The use of metal

• The overall weight of the mask

• The presence of a nasal guard

It is likely that the Safavids:

• Invented the concept of war masks independently

• Adopted the idea from cultural exchange with other regions

• Never wore masks in battle.

• Only used masks for ceremonial purposes.

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The Safavids' main rivals, the Ottomans, also used:

• Swords

• Cannons

• Tanks

• War masks

Besides the Ottomans, what other empires might have influenced Safavid military practices?

• The Roman Empire

• The Aztec Empire

• The Mongol Empire

• The American Revolution

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