Umayyad Architecture Quiz

Where was the Umayyad Caliphate centered, where much of Umayyad architecture developed?

• Baghdad

• Damascus

• Cairo

• Mecca

How did Umayyad architecture influence later Islamic architectural styles?

• By introducing the use of minarets

• By introducing the use of mihrab

• By adopting the use of domes and arches

• By emphasizing symmetry and balance

Which city served as a major center for Umayyad architectural innovation?

• Kufa

• Medina

• Cordoba

• Jerusalem

What is a distinctive feature of Umayyad architecture seen in the Great Mosque of Damascus?

• Minarets

• Caliph's treasury

• Pointed arches

• Stained glass windows

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Umayyad architecture?

• Use of geometric patterns

• Influence of Byzantine and Roman styles

• Emphasis on Human figures

• Use of Domes and Arches

What is a key characteristic of Umayyad architectural decoration seen in the Dome of the Rock?

• Calligraphic inscriptions

• Fresco paintings

• Wood carvings

• Metalwork

Which Umayyad palace in the desert of Jordan is known for its Dome and well-preserved frescoes depicting hunting scenes and daily life?

• Qasr al-Kharrana

• Qasr al-Hallabat

• Qasr Amra

• Qasr al-Mushatta

How did the Umayyad palaces in the desert of Jordan reflect the cultural exchange of the Umayyad period?

• By incorporating elements of Roman architecture

• By featuring inscriptions in multiple languages

• By including Byzantine-style mosaics

• By using Persian building techniques

Which iconic Umayyad architectural monument is known for its dome and mosaic decoration?

• Dome of the Rock

• Great Mosque of Damascus

• Alhambra

• Umayyad Mosque of Aleppo

What was the likely function of the Umayyad palaces in the desert of Jordan?

• Religious pilgrimage sites

• Hunting and Relaxing

• Agricultural centers

• Worship