Forgotten Moorish Villages
- 1. What is the architectural style often found in Moorish villages?
A) Mudéjar
B) Art Deco
C) Baroque
D) Neoclassical
- 2. What distinctive type of arch is often seen in Moorish architecture?
A) Gothic arch
B) Horseshoe arch
C) Roman arch
D) Pointed arch
- 3. What is the typical climate in the regions where Moorish villages are found?
A) Desert
B) Arctic
C) Tropical
D) Mediterranean
- 4. What is the name of the traditional Spanish courtyard often found in Moorish houses?
A) Porch
B) Veranda
C) Patio
D) Balcony
- 5. In which century did the Moors begin constructing villages in Spain?
A) 12th century
B) 18th century
C) 15th century
D) 8th century
- 6. What is the significance of the minaret in a Moorish village?
A) Entertainment venue
B) Call to prayer
C) Observatory tower
D) Outdoor cinema
- 7. What role did the mosques play in the social life of Moorish villages?
A) Community center and place of worship
B) Educational institute
C) Political headquarters
D) Trading post
- 8. What is a key characteristic of the gardens in Moorish villages?
A) Gravel paths
B) Sculptures
C) Water features
D) Topiaries
- 9. What is the name of the famous Moorish fortress located in Granada, Spain?
A) Colosseum
B) Alhambra
C) Acropolis
D) Taj Mahal
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