Question 1)   Of all the luxury arts appearing in the Islamic world, which is the most dominant and highly valued form of art? Question 2   In Turkey, which dynasty brought the Byzantine Empire to an end? Question 3   What is the name for the recess, or niche, in the mosque wall closest to Mecca? Question 4   Which of the following is a type of decoration used at the Great Mosque in Cordoba? Question 5   At Hagia Sophia the entire roof structure rests on four massive: Question 6   What was the significance of pearls as seen in Empress Theodora and Her Attendants? Question 7   Which of the following cities is considered the "third Rome"? Question 8   What was the intended audience of the narrative painting, Court of Gayumars? Question 9   In Byzantine architecture, which is the preferred way to support a dome? Question 10   In Islamic architecture, which of the following is a large vaulted chamber with one side being an open arch? Question 11   Buildings with a vertical axis first used by Christians and characterized by a dome to direct the focus up in a symbolic "vault of heaven" are known as: Question 12   An architectural feature first seen in the Early Christian church that allowed for more space for worshippers to gather is known as the: Question 13   Which of the following was in the Ark of the Covenant? Question 14   St