Turkey's government converted Hagia Sophia into a museum in 1934. What was Hagia Sophia just before being converted into a museum? A. a church B. a mosque C. a temple

1) Why was the Group of 77 (G77) formed?*1 pointA) To promote scientific research among developing countriesB) To establish a military alliance among African nationsC) To enhance the economic interests and collective bargaining power of developing countriesD) To create a cultural exchange program among member states2) What makes the Hagia Sophia Mosque in Turkey unique?*1 pointA) It has the largest minaret in the world.B) It was originally built as a cathedral, later converted into a mosque, then a museum, and is now a mosque again.C) It is the oldest mosque in the world.D) It is located on a man-made island.3) What is the primary objective of South Korea's "Star Wars Project"?*1 pointA) To develop a space tourism industry.B) To create a defense system against North Korean missiles.C) To establish a South Korean space station.D) To explore deep space for potential colonization.4) In the human body, which organ is primarily responsible for regulating metabolism?*1 pointLiverThyroid GlandKidneyPancreasOther:5) Ground-breaking archaeological research in AlUla County in north-west Saudi Arabia has published the first comprehensive description and analysis of a long-term dwelling type identified in the region during the_____*1 pointA) Neolithic AgeB) Paleolithic AgeC) Bronze AgeD) Chalcolithic Age6)___________will shortly become the first State in the country to adopt an action plan for road safety for the next 10 years. The action plan will be aimed at reducing road accidents in the State by 50% till 2030. It is said that the World Bank would render assistance to the State government in the preparation of an action plan and road safety policy by incorporating the best practices adopted in different countries.Identify the state.*1 pointA) RajasthanB) Madhya PradeshC) GujaratD)Telangana7) What is the primary function of the 'Elrepel Box'?*1 pointA) To enhance internet connectivity in rural areas.B) To repel and trap insects without using harmful chemicals.C) To store renewable energy for household use.D) To act as a portable air purifier for personal use.8) What is the primary benefit of using collocations in English?*1 pointA) They help in forming grammatically correct sentences.B) They enhance the clarity and naturalness of language.C) They simplify the learning of new vocabulary.D) They ensure the use of formal and technical terms.9) What is the primary purpose of The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)?*1 pointA) To promote economic development through industrial growth.B) To manage and safeguard natural resources and biodiversity.C) To standardize international trade regulations.D) To provide humanitarian aid during natural disasters.10) What significant role did Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel play in the early years of independent India?*1 pointA) He was the first President of India.B) He served as the Prime Minister of India.C) He was instrumental in the integration of princely states into the Indian Union.D) He drafted the Indian Constitution.

The Hagia Sophia, built between 532 and 537 in Istanbul under the orders of the Roman Emperor Justinian I, has been alternately used for different religious purposes since that time. The cultural and historical value of the building and its contents are __________ as a wealth of splendid and unique details has been added over the centuries since its construction.4Which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase?A congenialB incalculableC cumbersomeD voluminous

This is Justinian’s most famous building project, legendary for the beauty and opulence of its decoration.  Church of the Holy Apostles   San Vitale   Hagia Sophia   Mausoleum of Galla Placidia

By the time the Ottoman Turks captured Constantinople in 1453, most of the Byzantine Empire had already fallen. Why did the Ottomans believe it was important to take Constantinople? A. The city's library held sacred Muslim texts. B. The city was a center of Asian commerce and finance. C. The city was a symbol of Christian fame and power. D. The city's prisons held many Muslim inmates.

2. What is the difference between a museum and gallery?