Exploring Islamic Art and Architecture

Which shape is most commonly used in Islamic geometric patterns?

• Triangle

• Star

• Heart

• Crescent

What is the main reason calligraphy is important in Islamic art?

• It is used to draw animals

• It is a way to decorate with words from the Qur’an

• It is used for making maps

• It is used to write numbers only

What is the name of the tower from which Muslims are called to prayer at a mosque?

• Dome

• Minaret

• Arch

• Courtyard

Which of the following is a famous example of Islamic tile work?

• The Blue Mosque in Istanbul

• Stonehenge

• The Eiffel Tower

• The Leaning Tower of Pisa

Which colour is often used in Islamic tile work to represent heaven?

• Red

• Blue

• Green

• Yellow

What is the large open area in the centre of many mosques called?

• Nave

• Courtyard

• Sanctuary

• Gallery

Which of these is NOT a common feature of mosque architecture?

• Minaret

• Dome

• Pulpit (Minbar)

• Bell tower

What is the purpose of the mihrab in a mosque?

• To store books

• To show the direction of Mecca

• To display art

• To hold water

Which script is most often used in Islamic calligraphy?

• Roman

• Arabic

• Cyrillic

• Greek

Which of these is a cultural influence seen in Islamic art from Spain?

• Aztec patterns

• Moorish designs

• Viking runes

• Celtic knots