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What does the word 'Islam' mean?

• Peace

• Submission

• Devotion

• Worship

The second holiest site for Muslims, this sanctuary (mosque) found in Medina means “The Illuminated One.”

• Masjid al-Haram

• Al-Munuwwara

• Al-Aqsa Mosque

• Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque

Style developed by the Mughals in the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries throughout the ever changing extent of their  empire in Medieval India; It was an amalgam of Islamic, Persian, Turkic and Indian architecture (example is Taj Mahal)

• Mughal architecture

• Ottoman Turkish architecture

• Moorish architecture

• Turkistan (Timurid) architecture

It is the absence of direct representation of nature, especially animals or people, in art out of respect for Allah.

• Iconoclasm

• Anastasis

• Aniconism

• Anachronism

What does the architectural term 'iwán' refer to?

• A type of dome used in Islamic architecture

• A courtyard surrounded by arcades

• A tower for calling people to prayer

• A vaulted hall open on one side

How does the Islamic concept of space reflect the doctrine of Tawhid?

• Through an emphasis on material wealth in decorations

• By utilizing calligraphy and geometry to focus on the divine and represent the infinite nature of God

• By avoiding any references to past architectural styles

• Through the integration of sacred idols into the structure

In what way does the geometry of Islamic architecture reflect Islamic cosmology?

• By replicating celestial constellations on domed ceilings

• Through denaturalization of forms to direct thought towards the divine

• By including abstract depictions of angels and prophets

• Through integration of sacred numbers into structural dimensions

Why is the qibla wall an essential element in the design of Islamic mosques?

• t serves as a decorative feature showcasing Islamic art.

• It represents the direction of the Kaaba in Mecca for prayer alignment.

• It separates men’s and women’s prayer areas.

• It contains calligraphy to symbolize the Quran.

How do muqarnas contribute to the symbolic meaning of Islamic architecture?

• By enhancing the acoustic properties of prayer halls

• By creating a visual transition between earthly and divine realms

• By providing structural support for domes

• By acting as ventilation systems in hot climates

Why are ablution fountains an integral part of mosque design?

• To symbolize purity and preparation for prayer.

• To provide water for visitors in desert climates.

• To enhance the aesthetic appeal of the courtyard.

• To reduce the need for additional plumbing inside mosques.