Islamic Art and Architecture (Islamic Study) MCQsBy: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: May 19, 2025 30 Score: 0 Attempted: 0/30 Subscribe 1. : Which geometric design element is extensively used in Islamic art and architecture? (A) Circle (B) Square (C) Arabesque (D) Triangle 2. : The Great Mosque of Cordoba in Spain is an example of Islamic architecture influenced by which civilization? (A) Greek (B) Roman (C) Byzantine (D) Moorish 3. : What is the tall tower used to call the faithful to prayer in Islamic architecture called? (A) Spire (B) Steeple (C) Dome (D) Minaret 4. : The Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem is renowned for its: (A) Copper dome (B) Gold-plated dome (C) Silver dome (D) Brass dome 5. : The Taj Mahal, a masterpiece of Islamic architecture, is located in which country? (A) India (B) Iran (C) Saudi Arabia (D) Egypt 6. : What serves as a focal point for prayer in mosques and is often adorned with intricate designs? (A) Minaret (B) Qibla (C) Mihrab (D) Sahn 7. : The Alhambra palace in Spain is known for its intricate: (A) Frescoes (B) Mosaics (C) Stucco work (D) Wood carvings 8. : The Blue Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey, is named for the: (A) Blue tiles adorning its interior (B) Blue domes (C) Blue carpets (D) Blue calligraphy 9. : Which type of Islamic architectural structure consists of a covered passageway around a courtyard? (A) Dome (B) Arcade (C) Minaret (D) Minbar 10. : The use of horseshoe arches is characteristic of which Islamic architectural style? (A) Ottoman (B) Moorish (C) Mughal (D) Persian 11. : Islamic art often features intricate designs based on natural motifs such as: (A) Human figures (B) Animals (C) Plants (D) All of the above 12. : The Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey, was initially a Christian church before being converted into a mosque by which Islamic ruler? (A) Suleiman the Magnificent (B) Mehmed the Conqueror (C) Selim the Grim (D) Osman I 13. : Islamic architecture emphasizes: (A) Asymmetry (B) Complexity (C) Simplicity (D) Symmetry 14. : The word “mihrab” refers to: (A) A tower (B) A dome (C) A niche in the mosque indicating the direction of Mecca (D) A courtyard 15. : Islamic calligraphy is an essential element of art and is often used to: (A) Decorate mosques and manuscripts (B) Adorn carpets (C) Carve wood (D) Paint frescoes 16. : The use of mosaics is a prominent feature in Islamic architecture, especially in: (A) North Africa (B) Central Asia (C) Southeast Asia (D) South Asia 17. : The use of muqarnas, or stalactite vaulting, is a distinctive feature of which Islamic architectural style? (A) Ottoman (B) Mughal (C) Mamluk (D) Safavid 18. : The use of pointed arches is a characteristic feature of Islamic architecture in which region? (A) South Asia (B) Southeast Asia (C) North Africa (D) Western Europe 19. : The use of geometric patterns in Islamic art reflects Islamic beliefs about: (A) The diversity of nature (B) The transience of life (C) The unity of God and the universe (D) The chaos of existence 20. : The calligraphic script used in Islamic art is known as: (A) Hieroglyphics (B) Kufic (C) Cuneiform (D) Gothic 21. : The use of muqarnas allows Islamic architects to create: (A) Flat roofs (B) Intricate domes and vaults (C) Tall minarets (D) Elaborate gardens 22. : The Shah Mosque in Isfahan, Iran, is renowned for its: (A) Blue tiles and majestic dome (B) Golden spires (C) Marble columns (D) Fresco paintings 23. : Islamic calligraphy is often used to write verses from which holy book? (A) Bible (B) Quran (C) Torah (D) Gita 24. : The use of horseshoe arches in Islamic architecture was influenced by which civilization? (A) Greek (B) Roman (C) Visigoths (D) Persians 25. : The use of muqarnas in Islamic architecture creates the impression of: (A) Flatness (B) Depth and intricacy (C) Simplicity (D) Geometric precision 26. : The Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem is built on the site of: (A) The Temple Mount (B) The Kaaba (C) The Sphinx (D) The Tower of Babel 27. : Islamic architecture often features courtyards, reflecting the importance of: (A) Communal living (B) Privacy and contemplation (C) Agricultural activities (D) Trade and commerce 28. : The Great Mosque of Damascus in Syria is one of the oldest mosques in the world and is known for its: (A) Blue domes (B) Grand courtyard (C) Golden spires (D) Marble columns 29. : The use of arabesque patterns in Islamic art is meant to evoke: (A) Mysticism (B) Nature (C) Mathematics (D) History 30. : The Alhambra palace in Granada, Spain, features: (A) Frescoes (B) Mosaics (C) Ornate stucco work (D) Wood carvings Related Posts:TEHSIL OFFICER (ARCHITECTURE) / MUNICIPAL OFFICER (ARCHITECTURE) / DMO (ARCHITECTURE) / AMO (ARCHITECTURE) SYLLYBUS [PPSC PAKISTAN]TEHSIL OFFICER (ARCHITECTURE)/ MUNICIPAL OFFICER (ARCHITECTURE)/ DMO (ARCHITECTURE)/ DIRECTOR (ARCHITECTURE) PLGB SYLLYBUS [PPSC PAKISTAN]Mosque architecture (Islamic Study) MCQsRole of Islamic scholars and institutions (Islamic Study) MCQsIslamic Contributions to Science and Medicine (Islamic Study) MCQsIslamic Ethics and Morality (Islamic Study) MCQs