Islamic Golden Age and Mosaics

What period is referred to as the "Golden Age" in Islamic history?

• 500-800

• 800-1300

• 1300-1600

• 1600-1900

Which geographical areas were involved in the expansion during the Islamic Golden Age?

• Forests and rivers

• Deserts, seas, and mountains

• Plains and valleys

• Islands and lakes

Which period is known for significant Islamic achievements in geography?

• 500-800

• 800-1300

• 1300-1600

• 1600-1900

What was one method through which the Arabic language spread according to the document?

• Conquest

• Trade

• Colonization

• Migration

What significant activity involving ancient texts is associated with the Arabic language in the document?

• Destruction

• Translation

• Creation

• Preservation

Which type of numerals were developed by Islamic scholars?

• Roman numerals

• Greek numerals

• Arabic numerals

• Egyptian numerals

Where is the Dome of the Rock located?

• Mecca

• Jerusalem

• Cairo

• Istanbul

Where is the Ka'ba shrine located?

• Mecca

• Medina

• Jerusalem

• Cairo

What are mosaics made of?

• Large painted canvases

• Small painted tiles

• Carved wooden pieces

• Metal sheets

What is the purpose of mosaics in Islamic art?

• To create sculptures

• To decorate mosques

• To paint portraits

• To build structures