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