Formation of the Islamic Empires Quiz
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What is the name of the emperor of Mughal India who ordered the construction of the Peacock Throne?

  • Akbar
  • Aurangzeb
  • Shah Jahan (correct)
  • Shah Abbas
  • What were the main jewels used to encrust the Peacock Throne?

  • Emeralds and pearls
  • Pearls and emeralds
  • Diamonds and rubies (correct)
  • Sapphires and rubies
  • Which empire did Shah Jahan belong to?

  • Byzantine Empire
  • Ottoman Empire
  • Mughal Empire (correct)
  • Safavid Empire
  • What is the name of the architectural masterpiece that Shah Jahan considered incomparable to the Peacock Throne?

    <p>Taj Mahal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year did Shah Jahan take his seat on the Peacock Throne?

    <p>1635</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main allegory symbolized by the Taj Mahal according to the passage?

    <p>The resurrection and judgment before Allah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the four water channels running through the gardens of the Taj Mahal symbolize?

    <p>The four rivers of the heavenly kingdom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the main gateway to the Taj Mahal feature?

    <p>The entire text of a chapter from the Quran promising punishment for the wicked and reward for the faithful</p> Signup and view all the answers

    From where did the ruling dynasties of the Ottoman, Safavid, and Mughal empires originate?

    <p>Central Asia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Islamic empire made effective use of gunpowder weapons that transformed early modern warfare?

    <p>Ottoman dynasty</p> Signup and view all the answers

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