History and Theory of Architecture Week 6 Quiz

Which ancient civilization had a turbulent relationship with the Roman Empire?

What did the Sasanian kingdom emphasize in their architecture?

What is special about the Ctesiphon Arch of Taq-e Kkasra?

What inspired the arches and vaults in the Sasanian kingdom?

What characterized the Sasanian kingdom's concept of grandeur?

What was the primary construction material used for early Arab structures?

What influenced the Sasanian kingdom's architecture?

Which architectural style is associated with the development of pointed arches in Egypt?

What was the Luxor Temple initially believed to be dedicated to?

Which city in the Arabian peninsula was primarily a trading city?

What architectural feature was designed to serve as an open space for prayer and communal activities in the Quba Mosque?

What material reflects the modesty and humility of the muslim community in the design of the First Quba Mosque?

What architectural design language does the Luxor Temple use?

In which year was the Quba Mosque constructed?

What architectural feature may have been added to the Quba Mosque during the lifetime of the Prophet?

What was characteristic of early Arab structures in terms of permanence?

Ancient Civilizations and Architecture

The Parthian Empire had a turbulent relationship with the Roman Empire.

Sasanian Kingdom Architecture

The Sasanian kingdom emphasized grandeur and decoration in their architecture.
The Ctesiphon Arch of Taq-e Kkasra is special because of its unique, large, and impressive arch.
The arches and vaults in the Sasanian kingdom were inspired by Roman architecture.
The Sasanian kingdom's concept of grandeur was characterized by grandiose and monumental structures.
The primary construction material used for early Sasanian structures was rubble and brick.

Arabic Architecture

The primary construction material used for early Arab structures was rammed earth and palm trunks.
The Sasanian kingdom's architecture influenced the development of early Arab structures.
The pointed arches in Egypt are associated with the Fatimid architectural style.
The Luxor Temple initially was believed to be dedicated to the goddess Amun.
The Luxor Temple uses the New Kingdom architectural design language.
Mecca, in the Arabian peninsula, was primarily a trading city.

Islamic Architecture

The Quba Mosque, constructed in 622 CE, was designed to serve as an open space for prayer and communal activities with a courtyard.
The material used in the design of the First Quba Mosque reflects the modesty and humility of the muslim community.
A minbar may have been added to the Quba Mosque during the lifetime of the Prophet.
Early Arab structures were characterized by their simplicity and impermanence.

Test your knowledge of historical architectural periods including Neolithic, Mesopotamian, Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, and Imperial Rome. This quiz covers significant architectural developments and time periods.