Delhi and Agra Mix: facts and a 5-question quiz

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Taj Mahal, Fatehpur Sikri and the Mughal capitals: a mixed quiz. This is a mixed-format quiz with 5 questions, each worth more points as the questions get harder.

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What this quiz covers

Era: 16th-17th century. Region: Delhi, Agra. The 5 questions are about the following, with a short fact for each. Read them first if you want a head start, or skip to the quiz and read afterwards.

Facts behind the questions (spoilers)

Taj Mahal: Shah Jahan built it from 1632; Ustad Ahmad Lahori is often named as architect.
Humayun's Tomb in Delhi was built before the Taj Mahal.: Humayun's Tomb was begun in 1565 and completed in about 1570-72, well before the Taj Mahal.
Akbar: Akbar rebuilt the fort from 1565 to 1573.
Capital moved to Delhi: He inaugurated Shahjahanabad in 1648.
Fatehpur Sikri: Built from 1571, it was left by 1585 partly because of water shortage.

Quick answers

What should I know about Taj Mahal? Shah Jahan built it from 1632; Ustad Ahmad Lahori is often named as architect.

What should I know about Humayun's Tomb in Delhi was built before the Taj Mahal.? Humayun's Tomb was begun in 1565 and completed in about 1570-72, well before the Taj Mahal.

What should I know about Akbar? Akbar rebuilt the fort from 1565 to 1573.

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