The Alhambra (Granada, Spain — 13th Century) — Questions and answers

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What did Muhammad V want the Alhambra to be a reflection of?

Choices

  1. A reflection of paradise ✓
  2. A reflection of the mountains
  3. A reflection of the sky
  4. A reflection of Granada's busy streets

Answer: A reflection of paradise

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What did Abu al-Hasan Ali al-Gharnati envision water to be used for in the Alhambra?

Choices

  1. Only for defense of the fortress
  2. For life and beauty, with paths through courtyards ✓
  3. Just for drinking by the Emir
  4. To make big waterfalls outside the walls

Answer: For life and beauty, with paths through courtyards

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Who was Ibn Zamrak and what did he contribute to the Alhambra?

Choices

  1. He was a gardener who planted many flowers.
  2. He was the court poet whose verses adorned the walls. ✓
  3. He was a chef who made delicious food for the palace.
  4. He was an engineer who built the aqueducts.

Answer: He was the court poet whose verses adorned the walls.

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What was the Court of the Myrtles designed to be?

Choices

  1. A busy marketplace for traders
  2. A loud area for big parties
  3. A mirror of the heavens and a place for calm contemplation ✓
  4. A training ground for soldiers

Answer: A mirror of the heavens and a place for calm contemplation

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