In Islamic architecture, the main axis of the building was oriented to face in the direction of Mecca, the holy city, and this direction was visually emphasized by a ___________, or niche.
a. trumeau
b. mosaic
c. mihrab
d. barrel vault
e. minaret
c. mihrab
a. Incorrect. A trumeau is a central pillar in a Romanesque doorway.
b. Incorrect. A mosaic is a medium that uses small colored tiles to create an image.
c. Correct. A mihrab is a niche in a mosque that indicates the direction of Mecca.
d. Incorrect. A barrel vault is a construction technique.
e. Incorrect. A minaret is used to call the faithful Moslems to prayer.
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