Geographic
When did the Religion of Islam begin?
Over 1400 hundred years ago
What City and Country is the Taj Mahal located in?
Agra, India
Where do anwar & his dad go to get the clay?
By the River Bank
________ is one of the biggest cities in Africa?
Cairo
Where did the Religion of Islam begin?
Arabia
What is the capital of Pakistan?
Islamabad
Who built the blue Mosque?
Sinan
What does it take to be a good craftsperson?
It takes a lot of practice & dedication to master a skill and be good at it.
Why do the patterns seem to dancee? (Anwar's story)
It seems to dance because of the love and effort put into it.
What are some of the places where Islam spread? (Name 6 places).
Iraq Egypt Spain Iran Turkey and India
What is the capital of Iran?
Tehran
Where is Alhambra Palace?
Spain
Do only muslims have skilled crafts men/women?
No, all religions have skilled craftsmen/women.
What award for building design has the Imam setup?
Aga Khan Award for Architecture
What is the capital of Syria?
Damascus
Who built Al-Azhar University?
Mawlana Al-Muiz
What historic building is in Jerusalem?
Dome of the Rock
List 5 parts that make up mosques and palaces
Wall, pillars, Arch, Dome, Minarat, Iwan, Arcade, Fountain
What does a good craftsmen/women need to make beautiful artwork?
They need the hand of magic touch & mastery of the skill to be good at what they do.
What is the purpose of the Samarquand Observatory?
To have a good location to focus on viewing the sky to study the night sky.
What is the capital of Turkey?
Ankara
What is the name of the observatory in Uzbekistan?
Samarqand Observatory
Many people in Muslim lands were _________ at __________?
Skilful, craftwork
Name the fort in Syria?
Citadel of Aleppo
Where is Al-Azhar University?
Cairo