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Samarkand - Quiz
Contributed by: Casey
  • 1. What country is Samarkand located in?
A) Uzbekistan
B) Kyrgyzstan
C) Kazakhstan
D) Tajikistan
  • 2. Samarkand is part of which historical trade route?
A) Amber Road
B) Spice Route
C) Silk Road
D) Incense Route
  • 3. Which empire did Samarkand serve as a capital for?
A) Mongol Empire
B) Timurid Empire
C) Persian Empire
D) Ottoman Empire
  • 4. What is the famous mausoleum located in Samarkand?
A) Pyramids of Giza
B) Gur-e-Amir
C) Mausoleum of Augustus
D) Taj Mahal
  • 5. Which river is Samarkand near?
A) Zarafshan River
B) Amu Darya
C) Syr Darya
D) Oxus River
  • 6. Which tapestry technique is associated with Samarkand?
A) Kilims
B) Suzani
C) Aubusson
D) Gobelin
  • 7. What was Samarkand known as in ancient times?
A) Bactra
B) Nisa
C) Maracanda
D) Sogdiana
  • 8. Who was the famous astronomer associated with Samarkand?
A) Kepler
B) Copernicus
C) Ptolemy
D) Ulugh Beg
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