The Arts of South, West, and Central Asia - Ancient Period Quiz
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What materials were used in creating Persian rugs traditionally?

  • Synthetic fibers and artificial dyes
  • Plastic threads and chemical dyes
  • Silk threads and hand-painted dyes
  • Yarn fiber and color from natural ingredients (correct)

    • Which art form is NOT mentioned as part of the disciplines in the art of Iran (Persia)?

  • Calligraphy
  • Metal working
  • Sculpture (correct)
  • Architecture

    • Where are the Ajanta Caves located?

  • Pakistan
  • Sri Lanka
  • India (correct)
  • Iran

    • Which of the following BEST describes the content of the Ajanta Caves in India?

    <p>Buddhist religious art</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which period is known as the Ancient Period in Indian art?

    <p>3900 BCE-1200 CE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic feature commonly found in Iranian carpets?

    <p>Depiction of animals, birds, and flowers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which art form was influenced by European styles during the Qajar period?

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

    What style of painting emerged during the Qajar period?

    <p>Coffee House Painting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were common subjects depicted in Qajar period paintings?

    <p>Religious scenes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which period is described as the 'evolution from Vedism into Hinduism or Brahmanism'?

    <p>Islamic Ascendancy Period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which famous Indian epics emerged during the Islamic Ascendancy period?

    <p>The Mahabharata and Ramayana</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which famous monument was built during the Mogul period?

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

    What is the significance of the Hindu New Year being celebrated with lighted clay lamps (diyas)?

    <p>To welcome the Hindu goddess of wealth Lakshmi into the home</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning behind the term 'Rangoli'?

    <p>'Rang' means 'color' and 'aavalli' means 'colored creepers' or 'row of colors'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Mehndi and Haldi in Hindu customs?

    <p>They are symbolic representations of the outer and inner sun</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was not mentioned as a significant part of the Hindu New Year celebration?

    <p>Decorating with tilework</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was a popular center of Iranian mosaic and tile industry?

    <p>Both Kashan and Tabriz</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Mandala in Hinduism and Buddhism?

    <p>It represents the universe</p> Signup and view all the answers

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