The Taj Mahal: A Monument of Love

What is the Taj Mahal?

• An elaborate mausoleum

• A royal palace

• A famous garden

• A historical museum

Who built the Taj Mahal?

• Emperor Shah Jahan

• Emperor Babur

• Emperor Akbar

• Emperor Aurangzeb

For whom was the Taj Mahal built?

• Shah Jahan's mother

• Shah Jahan's daughter

• Shah Jahan's wife

• Shah Jahan's friend

How long did it take to complete the Taj Mahal?

• 15 years

• 30 years

• 22 years

• 10 years

What materials were used in the construction of the Taj Mahal?

• White marble and precious stones

• Wood and clay

• Brick and mortar

• Gold and silver

What is the estimated cost of the Taj Mahal in today's US dollars?

• $200 million

• $827 million

• $1 billion

• $500 million

What architectural styles influenced the Taj Mahal?

• Greek and Roman

• Persian, Islamic, and Indian

• Gothic and Renaissance

• Egyptian and Byzantine

What is the Taj Mahal known as in Persian?

• Garden of the Palace

• Crown of Palaces

• Palace of the King

• Jewel of the City