Mosques, Landmarks and Islamic Architecture
Which statement correctly explains Cairo Citadel?
Difficulty: Easy
About this MCQ
This Easy Mosques, Landmarks and Islamic Architecture question asks: Which statement correctly explains Cairo Citadel? The correct choice is C. A medieval fortification in Cairo, Egypt, built by Salah ad-Din (Saladin). Read the options below, commit to one, then use the explanation to see why that choice holds and why the others do not.
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- A. A mosque in Edirne, Turkey, designed by the architect Sinan, who considered it his masterpiece
Why not A: “A mosque in Edirne, Turkey, designed by the architect Sinan, who considered it his masterpiece” does not fit this question. The answer is A medieval fortification in Cairo, Egypt, built by Salah ad-Din (Saladin).
- B. A mosque in Isfahan, Iran, noted for its intricate tilework, built during the Safavid era
Why not B: “A mosque in Isfahan, Iran, noted for its intricate tilework, built during the Safavid era” does not fit this question. The answer is A medieval fortification in Cairo, Egypt, built by Salah ad-Din (Saladin).
- C. A medieval fortification in Cairo, Egypt, built by Salah ad-Din (Saladin) ✓
- D. A Mughal mausoleum in Agra, India, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal
Why not D: “A Mughal mausoleum in Agra, India, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal” does not fit this question. The answer is A medieval fortification in Cairo, Egypt, built by Salah ad-Din (Saladin).
Correct answer
C. A medieval fortification in Cairo, Egypt, built by Salah ad-Din (Saladin)
Explanation
A medieval fortification in Cairo Egypt built by Salah ad-Din Saladin is the term that matches Which statement correctly explains Cairo Citadel option C Option A A mosque in Edirne Turkey designed by the architect Sinan who considered it his masterpiece does not fit this question Option B A mosque in Isfahan Iran noted for its intricate tilework built during the Safavid era does not fit this question Option D A Mughal mausoleum in Agra India built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal does not fit this question For this Mosques Landmarks and Islamic Architecture question the accepted answer is A medieval fortification in Cairo.
Source: Islamic Studies Official Reference Guide
Tags: FPSC, PPSC, NTS, Islamic Studies, Mosques, Landmarks and Islamic Architecture
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