Mosque

• What is a Muslim place of worship called?

  A mosque
• What is the purpose of a mosque besides being a place of worship?

  It serves as a meeting place for Muslims to gather socially
• What is the large tower outside a mosque called?

  A minaret
• What is the function of the minaret in a mosque?

  It is used to call Muslims to prayer five times a day
• What symbols are often found on minarets?

  The crescent moon and star
• What architectural feature helps the sound of prayers to be heard in a mosque?

  A large dome
• What is the most important feature in a mosque that indicates the direction of Mecca?

  The mihrab
• What is required of individuals before entering the main prayer hall of a mosque?

  Shoes must be removed and modest dress is required
• Why is there no furniture in the main prayer hall of a mosque?

  To leave space for the gestures or movements performed during prayer
• What helps Muslims pray in rows in the mosque?

  Lines in the carpet
• What is wudu?

  A ritual washing performed before prayer
• Why do mosques not have pictures or statues of God, Muhammad, or any living beings?

  Because idolatry is considered a sin in Islam
• What type of art is commonly found in mosques?

  Arabic calligraphy
• What is the significance of Friday for Muslims?

  It is the most important day to pray together as a community in the mosque
• Who leads the community in prayer at a mosque?

  The imam
• What is the expectation for Muslim men regarding Friday prayers?

  They are supposed to pray in the mosque
• What is the arrangement for women who choose to pray at the mosque?

  There is a separate space for them
• Who is typically the leader in a mosque (gender) ?

  Normally a man