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gem-squad_v2-train-1600
57318186a5e9cc1400cdbfef
Mosaic
Mosaic art also flourished in Christian Petra where three Byzantine churches were discovered. The most important one was uncovered in 1990. It is known that the walls were also covered with golden glass mosaics but only the floor panels survived as usual. The mosaic of the seasons in the southern aisle is from this fir...
How many Christian churches have been found in the Christian Petra?
How many Christian churches have been found in the Christian Petra?
[ "How many Christian churches have been found in the Christian Petra?" ]
{ "text": [ "three" ], "answer_start": [ 52 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1601
57318186a5e9cc1400cdbff0
Mosaic
Mosaic art also flourished in Christian Petra where three Byzantine churches were discovered. The most important one was uncovered in 1990. It is known that the walls were also covered with golden glass mosaics but only the floor panels survived as usual. The mosaic of the seasons in the southern aisle is from this fir...
When was the most important Byzantine church re-discovered?
When was the most important Byzantine church re-discovered?
[ "When was the most important Byzantine church re-discovered?" ]
{ "text": [ "in 1990" ], "answer_start": [ 131 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1602
57318186a5e9cc1400cdbff1
Mosaic
Mosaic art also flourished in Christian Petra where three Byzantine churches were discovered. The most important one was uncovered in 1990. It is known that the walls were also covered with golden glass mosaics but only the floor panels survived as usual. The mosaic of the seasons in the southern aisle is from this fir...
What type of mosaics were present in the church discovered in 1990?
What type of mosaics were present in the church discovered in 1990?
[ "What type of mosaics were present in the church discovered in 1990?" ]
{ "text": [ "only the floor panels" ], "answer_start": [ 215 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1603
57318186a5e9cc1400cdbff2
Mosaic
Mosaic art also flourished in Christian Petra where three Byzantine churches were discovered. The most important one was uncovered in 1990. It is known that the walls were also covered with golden glass mosaics but only the floor panels survived as usual. The mosaic of the seasons in the southern aisle is from this fir...
What century was the oldest known mosaic at the church discovered in 1990?
What century was the oldest known mosaic at the church discovered in 1990?
[ "What century was the oldest known mosaic at the church discovered in 1990?" ]
{ "text": [ "the 5th" ], "answer_start": [ 358 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1604
57318186a5e9cc1400cdbff3
Mosaic
Mosaic art also flourished in Christian Petra where three Byzantine churches were discovered. The most important one was uncovered in 1990. It is known that the walls were also covered with golden glass mosaics but only the floor panels survived as usual. The mosaic of the seasons in the southern aisle is from this fir...
The scenes depicted on the mosaics were both native and what kind of mythological animals?
The scenes depicted on the mosaics were both native and what kind of mythological animals?
[ "The scenes depicted on the mosaics were both native and what kind of mythological animals?" ]
{ "text": [ "exotic" ], "answer_start": [ 534 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1605
5731822f05b4da19006bd206
Mosaic
The mosaics of the Church of St Stephen in ancient Kastron Mefaa (now Umm ar-Rasas) were made in 785 (discovered after 1986). The perfectly preserved mosaic floor is the largest one in Jordan. On the central panel hunting and fishing scenes are depicted while another panel illustrates the most important cities of the r...
Where would the Church of St Stephen be located today?
Where would the Church of St Stephen be located today?
[ "Where would the Church of St Stephen be located today?" ]
{ "text": [ "Umm ar-Rasas" ], "answer_start": [ 70 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1606
5731822f05b4da19006bd207
Mosaic
The mosaics of the Church of St Stephen in ancient Kastron Mefaa (now Umm ar-Rasas) were made in 785 (discovered after 1986). The perfectly preserved mosaic floor is the largest one in Jordan. On the central panel hunting and fishing scenes are depicted while another panel illustrates the most important cities of the r...
When were the mosaics in the Church of St Stephen created?
When were the mosaics in the Church of St Stephen created?
[ "When were the mosaics in the Church of St Stephen created?" ]
{ "text": [ "in 785" ], "answer_start": [ 94 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1607
5731822f05b4da19006bd208
Mosaic
The mosaics of the Church of St Stephen in ancient Kastron Mefaa (now Umm ar-Rasas) were made in 785 (discovered after 1986). The perfectly preserved mosaic floor is the largest one in Jordan. On the central panel hunting and fishing scenes are depicted while another panel illustrates the most important cities of the r...
When were the mosaics in the Church of St Stephen re-discovered?
When were the mosaics in the Church of St Stephen re-discovered?
[ "When were the mosaics in the Church of St Stephen re-discovered?" ]
{ "text": [ "1986" ], "answer_start": [ 119 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1608
5731822f05b4da19006bd209
Mosaic
The mosaics of the Church of St Stephen in ancient Kastron Mefaa (now Umm ar-Rasas) were made in 785 (discovered after 1986). The perfectly preserved mosaic floor is the largest one in Jordan. On the central panel hunting and fishing scenes are depicted while another panel illustrates the most important cities of the r...
The mosaic floor in the Church of St Stephen is the largest in what country?
The mosaic floor in the Church of St Stephen is the largest in what country?
[ "The mosaic floor in the Church of St Stephen is the largest in what country?" ]
{ "text": [ "Jordan" ], "answer_start": [ 185 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1609
5731822f05b4da19006bd20a
Mosaic
The mosaics of the Church of St Stephen in ancient Kastron Mefaa (now Umm ar-Rasas) were made in 785 (discovered after 1986). The perfectly preserved mosaic floor is the largest one in Jordan. On the central panel hunting and fishing scenes are depicted while another panel illustrates the most important cities of the r...
How many artists signed the frame of the mosaic at the Church of St Stephen?
How many artists signed the frame of the mosaic at the Church of St Stephen?
[ "How many artists signed the frame of the mosaic at the Church of St Stephen?" ]
{ "text": [ "Six" ], "answer_start": [ 377 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1610
57318320497a881900248fa1
Mosaic
The craft has also been popular in early medieval Rus, inherited as part of the Byzantine tradition. Yaroslav, the Grand Prince of the Kievan Rus' built a large cathedral in his capital, Kiev. The model of the church was the Hagia Sophia in Constantinople, and it was also called Saint Sophia Cathedral. It was built mai...
Yaroslav held what title in medieval Russia?
Yaroslav held what title in medieval Russia?
[ "Yaroslav held what title in medieval Russia?" ]
{ "text": [ "Grand Prince of the Kievan Rus'" ], "answer_start": [ 115 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1611
57318320497a881900248fa2
Mosaic
The craft has also been popular in early medieval Rus, inherited as part of the Byzantine tradition. Yaroslav, the Grand Prince of the Kievan Rus' built a large cathedral in his capital, Kiev. The model of the church was the Hagia Sophia in Constantinople, and it was also called Saint Sophia Cathedral. It was built mai...
Where did Yaroslav build his Cathedral?
Where did Yaroslav build his Cathedral?
[ "Where did Yaroslav build his Cathedral?" ]
{ "text": [ "Kiev" ], "answer_start": [ 187 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1612
57318320497a881900248fa3
Mosaic
The craft has also been popular in early medieval Rus, inherited as part of the Byzantine tradition. Yaroslav, the Grand Prince of the Kievan Rus' built a large cathedral in his capital, Kiev. The model of the church was the Hagia Sophia in Constantinople, and it was also called Saint Sophia Cathedral. It was built mai...
What was used as a model for the church Yaroslav commissioned?
What was used as a model for the church Yaroslav commissioned?
[ "What was used as a model for the church Yaroslav commissioned?" ]
{ "text": [ "the Hagia Sophia" ], "answer_start": [ 221 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1613
57318320497a881900248fa4
Mosaic
The craft has also been popular in early medieval Rus, inherited as part of the Byzantine tradition. Yaroslav, the Grand Prince of the Kievan Rus' built a large cathedral in his capital, Kiev. The model of the church was the Hagia Sophia in Constantinople, and it was also called Saint Sophia Cathedral. It was built mai...
What was the name of the church Yaroslav commissioned?
What was the name of the church Yaroslav commissioned?
[ "What was the name of the church Yaroslav commissioned?" ]
{ "text": [ "Saint Sophia Cathedral" ], "answer_start": [ 280 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1614
57318320497a881900248fa5
Mosaic
The craft has also been popular in early medieval Rus, inherited as part of the Byzantine tradition. Yaroslav, the Grand Prince of the Kievan Rus' built a large cathedral in his capital, Kiev. The model of the church was the Hagia Sophia in Constantinople, and it was also called Saint Sophia Cathedral. It was built mai...
Who sent the Byzantine craftsmen that built Yaroslav's cathedral?
Who sent the Byzantine craftsmen that built Yaroslav's cathedral?
[ "Who sent the Byzantine craftsmen that built Yaroslav's cathedral?" ]
{ "text": [ "Constantine Monomachos" ], "answer_start": [ 363 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1615
573183f0a5e9cc1400cdc00d
Mosaic
The apse mosaic of the Gelati Monastery is a rare example of mosaic use in Georgia. Began by king David IV and completed by his son Demetrius I of Georgia, the fragmentary panel depicts Theotokos flanked by two archangels. The use of mosaic in Gelati attests to some Byzantine influence in the country and was a demonstr...
In what country is the the Gelati Monastery located?
In what country is the the Gelati Monastery located?
[ "In what country is the the Gelati Monastery located?" ]
{ "text": [ "Georgia" ], "answer_start": [ 75 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1616
573183f0a5e9cc1400cdc00e
Mosaic
The apse mosaic of the Gelati Monastery is a rare example of mosaic use in Georgia. Began by king David IV and completed by his son Demetrius I of Georgia, the fragmentary panel depicts Theotokos flanked by two archangels. The use of mosaic in Gelati attests to some Byzantine influence in the country and was a demonstr...
Who started construction on the Gelati Monastery?
Who started construction on the Gelati Monastery?
[ "Who started construction on the Gelati Monastery?" ]
{ "text": [ "king David IV" ], "answer_start": [ 93 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1617
573183f0a5e9cc1400cdc00f
Mosaic
The apse mosaic of the Gelati Monastery is a rare example of mosaic use in Georgia. Began by king David IV and completed by his son Demetrius I of Georgia, the fragmentary panel depicts Theotokos flanked by two archangels. The use of mosaic in Gelati attests to some Byzantine influence in the country and was a demonstr...
Who eventually oversaw completion of the Gelati Monastery?
Who eventually oversaw completion of the Gelati Monastery?
[ "Who eventually oversaw completion of the Gelati Monastery?" ]
{ "text": [ "Demetrius I of Georgia" ], "answer_start": [ 132 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1618
573183f0a5e9cc1400cdc010
Mosaic
The apse mosaic of the Gelati Monastery is a rare example of mosaic use in Georgia. Began by king David IV and completed by his son Demetrius I of Georgia, the fragmentary panel depicts Theotokos flanked by two archangels. The use of mosaic in Gelati attests to some Byzantine influence in the country and was a demonstr...
Who was the central theme of the mosaics at Tsromi?
Who was the central theme of the mosaics at Tsromi?
[ "Who was the central theme of the mosaics at Tsromi?" ]
{ "text": [ "Christ" ], "answer_start": [ 925 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1619
57318601e6313a140071d020
Mosaic
The remains of a 6th-century synagogue have been uncovered in Sepphoris, which was an important centre of Jewish culture between the 3rd–7th centuries and a multicultural town inhabited by Jews, Christians and pagans. The mosaic reflects an interesting fusion of Jewish and pagan beliefs. In the center of the floor the ...
The remains of what was found at Sepphoris?
The remains of what was found at Sepphoris?
[ "The remains of what was found at Sepphoris?" ]
{ "text": [ "a 6th-century synagogue" ], "answer_start": [ 15 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1620
57318601e6313a140071d021
Mosaic
The remains of a 6th-century synagogue have been uncovered in Sepphoris, which was an important centre of Jewish culture between the 3rd–7th centuries and a multicultural town inhabited by Jews, Christians and pagans. The mosaic reflects an interesting fusion of Jewish and pagan beliefs. In the center of the floor the ...
Who were the primary inhabitants of Sepphoris in the 3rd through 7th centuries?
Who were the primary inhabitants of Sepphoris in the 3rd through 7th centuries?
[ "Who were the primary inhabitants of Sepphoris in the 3rd through 7th centuries?" ]
{ "text": [ "Jews" ], "answer_start": [ 189 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1621
57318601e6313a140071d022
Mosaic
The remains of a 6th-century synagogue have been uncovered in Sepphoris, which was an important centre of Jewish culture between the 3rd–7th centuries and a multicultural town inhabited by Jews, Christians and pagans. The mosaic reflects an interesting fusion of Jewish and pagan beliefs. In the center of the floor the ...
The mosaic found at Sepphoris display a mix of Jewish and which beliefs?
The mosaic found at Sepphoris display a mix of Jewish and which beliefs?
[ "The mosaic found at Sepphoris display a mix of Jewish and which beliefs?" ]
{ "text": [ "pagan" ], "answer_start": [ 274 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1622
57318601e6313a140071d023
Mosaic
The remains of a 6th-century synagogue have been uncovered in Sepphoris, which was an important centre of Jewish culture between the 3rd–7th centuries and a multicultural town inhabited by Jews, Christians and pagans. The mosaic reflects an interesting fusion of Jewish and pagan beliefs. In the center of the floor the ...
What figure is dominant in the mosaic at Sepphoris?
What figure is dominant in the mosaic at Sepphoris?
[ "What figure is dominant in the mosaic at Sepphoris?" ]
{ "text": [ "Helios" ], "answer_start": [ 347 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1623
57318601e6313a140071d024
Mosaic
The remains of a 6th-century synagogue have been uncovered in Sepphoris, which was an important centre of Jewish culture between the 3rd–7th centuries and a multicultural town inhabited by Jews, Christians and pagans. The mosaic reflects an interesting fusion of Jewish and pagan beliefs. In the center of the floor the ...
What surrounds Helios in the mosaic at Sepphoris?
What surrounds Helios in the mosaic at Sepphoris?
[ "What surrounds Helios in the mosaic at Sepphoris?" ]
{ "text": [ "a Jewish month" ], "answer_start": [ 426 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1624
57318722e6313a140071d034
Mosaic
The synagogue in Eshtemoa (As-Samu) was built around the 4th century. The mosaic floor is decorated with only floral and geometric patterns. The synagogue in Khirbet Susiya (excavated in 1971–72, founded in the end of the 4th century) has three mosaic panels, the eastern one depicting a Torah shrine, two menorahs, a lu...
When was the synagogue in Eshtemoa constructed?
When was the synagogue in Eshtemoa constructed?
[ "When was the synagogue in Eshtemoa constructed?" ]
{ "text": [ "around the 4th century" ], "answer_start": [ 46 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1625
57318722e6313a140071d035
Mosaic
The synagogue in Eshtemoa (As-Samu) was built around the 4th century. The mosaic floor is decorated with only floral and geometric patterns. The synagogue in Khirbet Susiya (excavated in 1971–72, founded in the end of the 4th century) has three mosaic panels, the eastern one depicting a Torah shrine, two menorahs, a lu...
What patterns are present on the mosaic at the synagogue in Eshtemoa?
What patterns are present on the mosaic at the synagogue in Eshtemoa?
[ "What patterns are present on the mosaic at the synagogue in Eshtemoa?" ]
{ "text": [ "only floral and geometric" ], "answer_start": [ 105 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1626
57318722e6313a140071d036
Mosaic
The synagogue in Eshtemoa (As-Samu) was built around the 4th century. The mosaic floor is decorated with only floral and geometric patterns. The synagogue in Khirbet Susiya (excavated in 1971–72, founded in the end of the 4th century) has three mosaic panels, the eastern one depicting a Torah shrine, two menorahs, a lu...
When was the synagogue in Khirbet Susiya re-discovered?
When was the synagogue in Khirbet Susiya re-discovered?
[ "When was the synagogue in Khirbet Susiya re-discovered?" ]
{ "text": [ "in 1971–72" ], "answer_start": [ 184 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1627
57318722e6313a140071d037
Mosaic
The synagogue in Eshtemoa (As-Samu) was built around the 4th century. The mosaic floor is decorated with only floral and geometric patterns. The synagogue in Khirbet Susiya (excavated in 1971–72, founded in the end of the 4th century) has three mosaic panels, the eastern one depicting a Torah shrine, two menorahs, a lu...
How many panels are in the synagogue in Khirbet Susiya?
How many panels are in the synagogue in Khirbet Susiya?
[ "How many panels are in the synagogue in Khirbet Susiya?" ]
{ "text": [ "three" ], "answer_start": [ 239 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1628
57318722e6313a140071d038
Mosaic
The synagogue in Eshtemoa (As-Samu) was built around the 4th century. The mosaic floor is decorated with only floral and geometric patterns. The synagogue in Khirbet Susiya (excavated in 1971–72, founded in the end of the 4th century) has three mosaic panels, the eastern one depicting a Torah shrine, two menorahs, a lu...
What do the images at synagogue in Khirbet Susiya suggest about the communities views?
What do the images at synagogue in Khirbet Susiya suggest about the communities views?
[ "What do the images at synagogue in Khirbet Susiya suggest about the communities views?" ]
{ "text": [ "rather conservative" ], "answer_start": [ 861 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1629
5731882fe6313a140071d046
Mosaic
The ban on figurative depiction was not taken so seriously by the Jews living in Byzantine Gaza. In 1966 remains of a synagogue were found in the ancient harbour area. Its mosaic floor depicts King David as Orpheus, identified by his name in Hebrew letters. Near him were lion cubs, a giraffe and a snake listening to hi...
In Byzantine Gaza, Jews were relaxed on what ban?
In Byzantine Gaza, Jews were relaxed on what ban?
[ "In Byzantine Gaza, Jews were relaxed on what ban?" ]
{ "text": [ "figurative depiction" ], "answer_start": [ 11 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1630
5731882fe6313a140071d047
Mosaic
The ban on figurative depiction was not taken so seriously by the Jews living in Byzantine Gaza. In 1966 remains of a synagogue were found in the ancient harbour area. Its mosaic floor depicts King David as Orpheus, identified by his name in Hebrew letters. Near him were lion cubs, a giraffe and a snake listening to hi...
Where were ancient remains of a synagogue found in 1966?
Where were ancient remains of a synagogue found in 1966?
[ "Where were ancient remains of a synagogue found in 1966?" ]
{ "text": [ "in the ancient harbour area" ], "answer_start": [ 139 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1631
5731882fe6313a140071d048
Mosaic
The ban on figurative depiction was not taken so seriously by the Jews living in Byzantine Gaza. In 1966 remains of a synagogue were found in the ancient harbour area. Its mosaic floor depicts King David as Orpheus, identified by his name in Hebrew letters. Near him were lion cubs, a giraffe and a snake listening to hi...
The mosaic found in 1966 depicts who as the central figure?
The mosaic found in 1966 depicts who as the central figure?
[ "The mosaic found in 1966 depicts who as the central figure?" ]
{ "text": [ "King David as Orpheus" ], "answer_start": [ 193 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1632
5731882fe6313a140071d049
Mosaic
The ban on figurative depiction was not taken so seriously by the Jews living in Byzantine Gaza. In 1966 remains of a synagogue were found in the ancient harbour area. Its mosaic floor depicts King David as Orpheus, identified by his name in Hebrew letters. Near him were lion cubs, a giraffe and a snake listening to hi...
What is the central figure doing in the mosaic found in 1966?
What is the central figure doing in the mosaic found in 1966?
[ "What is the central figure doing in the mosaic found in 1966?" ]
{ "text": [ "playing a lyre" ], "answer_start": [ 322 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1633
5731882fe6313a140071d04a
Mosaic
The ban on figurative depiction was not taken so seriously by the Jews living in Byzantine Gaza. In 1966 remains of a synagogue were found in the ancient harbour area. Its mosaic floor depicts King David as Orpheus, identified by his name in Hebrew letters. Near him were lion cubs, a giraffe and a snake listening to hi...
When was the mosaic floor constructed?
When was the mosaic floor constructed?
[ "When was the mosaic floor constructed?" ]
{ "text": [ "in 508/509" ], "answer_start": [ 557 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1634
5731891705b4da19006bd240
Mosaic
A 5th-century building in Huldah may be a Samaritan synagogue. Its mosaic floor contains typical Jewish symbols (menorah, lulav, etrog) but the inscriptions are Greek. Another Samaritan synagogue with a mosaic floor was located in Bet She'an (excavated in 1960). The floor had only decorative motifs and an aedicule (shr...
A 5th-century building in Huldah is believed to be what?
A 5th-century building in Huldah is believed to be what?
[ "A 5th-century building in Huldah is believed to be what?" ]
{ "text": [ "a Samaritan synagogue" ], "answer_start": [ 40 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1635
5731891705b4da19006bd241
Mosaic
A 5th-century building in Huldah may be a Samaritan synagogue. Its mosaic floor contains typical Jewish symbols (menorah, lulav, etrog) but the inscriptions are Greek. Another Samaritan synagogue with a mosaic floor was located in Bet She'an (excavated in 1960). The floor had only decorative motifs and an aedicule (shr...
What does the mosaic at Huldah contain?
What does the mosaic at Huldah contain?
[ "What does the mosaic at Huldah contain?" ]
{ "text": [ "typical Jewish symbols" ], "answer_start": [ 89 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1636
5731891705b4da19006bd242
Mosaic
A 5th-century building in Huldah may be a Samaritan synagogue. Its mosaic floor contains typical Jewish symbols (menorah, lulav, etrog) but the inscriptions are Greek. Another Samaritan synagogue with a mosaic floor was located in Bet She'an (excavated in 1960). The floor had only decorative motifs and an aedicule (shr...
What language are the inscriptions on the mosaic at Huldah?
What language are the inscriptions on the mosaic at Huldah?
[ "What language are the inscriptions on the mosaic at Huldah?" ]
{ "text": [ "Greek" ], "answer_start": [ 161 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1637
5731891705b4da19006bd243
Mosaic
A 5th-century building in Huldah may be a Samaritan synagogue. Its mosaic floor contains typical Jewish symbols (menorah, lulav, etrog) but the inscriptions are Greek. Another Samaritan synagogue with a mosaic floor was located in Bet She'an (excavated in 1960). The floor had only decorative motifs and an aedicule (shr...
The synagogue located in Bet She'an had what kind of symbols depicted in its mosaic?
The synagogue located in Bet She'an had what kind of symbols depicted in its mosaic?
[ "The synagogue located in Bet She'an had what kind of symbols depicted in its mosaic?" ]
{ "text": [ "cultic" ], "answer_start": [ 330 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1638
5731891705b4da19006bd244
Mosaic
A 5th-century building in Huldah may be a Samaritan synagogue. Its mosaic floor contains typical Jewish symbols (menorah, lulav, etrog) but the inscriptions are Greek. Another Samaritan synagogue with a mosaic floor was located in Bet She'an (excavated in 1960). The floor had only decorative motifs and an aedicule (shr...
The masters who built the floor in the synagogue at Bet She'an also constructed what other mosaic?
The masters who built the floor in the synagogue at Bet She'an also constructed what other mosaic?
[ "The masters who built the floor in the synagogue at Bet She'an also constructed what other mosaic?" ]
{ "text": [ "the floor of the Beit Alfa synagogue" ], "answer_start": [ 533 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1639
57318a1305b4da19006bd25c
Mosaic
Islamic architecture used mosaic technique to decorate religious buildings and palaces after the Muslim conquests of the eastern provinces of the Byzantine Empire. In Syria and Egypt the Arabs were influenced by the great tradition of Roman and Early Christian mosaic art. During the Umayyad Dynasty mosaic making remain...
Who conquered the Eastern Provinces of the Byzantine empire?
Who conquered the Eastern Provinces of the Byzantine empire?
[ "Who conquered the Eastern Provinces of the Byzantine empire?" ]
{ "text": [ "Muslim" ], "answer_start": [ 97 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1640
57318a1305b4da19006bd25d
Mosaic
Islamic architecture used mosaic technique to decorate religious buildings and palaces after the Muslim conquests of the eastern provinces of the Byzantine Empire. In Syria and Egypt the Arabs were influenced by the great tradition of Roman and Early Christian mosaic art. During the Umayyad Dynasty mosaic making remain...
In Syria and Egypt, other than early Christians, who influenced their mosaic work?
In Syria and Egypt, other than early Christians, who influenced their mosaic work?
[ "In Syria and Egypt, other than early Christians, who influenced their mosaic work?" ]
{ "text": [ "Roman" ], "answer_start": [ 235 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1641
57318a1305b4da19006bd25e
Mosaic
Islamic architecture used mosaic technique to decorate religious buildings and palaces after the Muslim conquests of the eastern provinces of the Byzantine Empire. In Syria and Egypt the Arabs were influenced by the great tradition of Roman and Early Christian mosaic art. During the Umayyad Dynasty mosaic making remain...
What would later become the main Islamic form of wall decoration?
What would later become the main Islamic form of wall decoration?
[ "What would later become the main Islamic form of wall decoration?" ]
{ "text": [ "tile" ], "answer_start": [ 464 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1642
57318a1305b4da19006bd25f
Mosaic
Islamic architecture used mosaic technique to decorate religious buildings and palaces after the Muslim conquests of the eastern provinces of the Byzantine Empire. In Syria and Egypt the Arabs were influenced by the great tradition of Roman and Early Christian mosaic art. During the Umayyad Dynasty mosaic making remain...
The Umayyad Dynasty made mosaic making do what in the Islamic culture?
The Umayyad Dynasty made mosaic making do what in the Islamic culture?
[ "The Umayyad Dynasty made mosaic making do what in the Islamic culture?" ]
{ "text": [ "remained a flourishing art form" ], "answer_start": [ 314 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1643
57318af105b4da19006bd26c
Mosaic
The most important early Islamic mosaic work is the decoration of the Umayyad Mosque in Damascus, then capital of the Arab Caliphate. The mosque was built between 706 and 715. The caliph obtained 200 skilled workers from the Byzantine Emperor to decorate the building. This is evidenced by the partly Byzantine style of ...
Where is the most important Islamic mosaic work?
Where is the most important Islamic mosaic work?
[ "Where is the most important Islamic mosaic work?" ]
{ "text": [ "the Umayyad Mosque" ], "answer_start": [ 66 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1644
57318af105b4da19006bd26d
Mosaic
The most important early Islamic mosaic work is the decoration of the Umayyad Mosque in Damascus, then capital of the Arab Caliphate. The mosque was built between 706 and 715. The caliph obtained 200 skilled workers from the Byzantine Emperor to decorate the building. This is evidenced by the partly Byzantine style of ...
Where is the the Umayyad Mosque located?
Where is the the Umayyad Mosque located?
[ "Where is the the Umayyad Mosque located?" ]
{ "text": [ "Damascus" ], "answer_start": [ 88 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1645
57318af105b4da19006bd26e
Mosaic
The most important early Islamic mosaic work is the decoration of the Umayyad Mosque in Damascus, then capital of the Arab Caliphate. The mosque was built between 706 and 715. The caliph obtained 200 skilled workers from the Byzantine Emperor to decorate the building. This is evidenced by the partly Byzantine style of ...
What was the significance of Damascus during this time period?
What was the significance of Damascus during this time period?
[ "What was the significance of Damascus during this time period?" ]
{ "text": [ "capital of the Arab Caliphate" ], "answer_start": [ 103 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1646
57318af105b4da19006bd26f
Mosaic
The most important early Islamic mosaic work is the decoration of the Umayyad Mosque in Damascus, then capital of the Arab Caliphate. The mosque was built between 706 and 715. The caliph obtained 200 skilled workers from the Byzantine Emperor to decorate the building. This is evidenced by the partly Byzantine style of ...
What is the largest section of mosaic still present in the Umayyad Mosque?
What is the largest section of mosaic still present in the Umayyad Mosque?
[ "What is the largest section of mosaic still present in the Umayyad Mosque?" ]
{ "text": [ "the \"Barada Panel\"" ], "answer_start": [ 682 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1647
57318af105b4da19006bd270
Mosaic
The most important early Islamic mosaic work is the decoration of the Umayyad Mosque in Damascus, then capital of the Arab Caliphate. The mosque was built between 706 and 715. The caliph obtained 200 skilled workers from the Byzantine Emperor to decorate the building. This is evidenced by the partly Byzantine style of ...
What happened in 1893 that destroyed most of the mosaics in the mosque?
What happened in 1893 that destroyed most of the mosaics in the mosque?
[ "What happened in 1893 that destroyed most of the mosaics in the mosque?" ]
{ "text": [ "a fire" ], "answer_start": [ 828 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1648
57318bfd497a881900249005
Mosaic
Non-religious Umayyad mosaic works were mainly floor panels which decorated the palaces of the caliphs and other high-ranking officials. They were closely modeled after the mosaics of the Roman country villas, once common in the Eastern Mediterranean. The most superb example can be found in the bath house of Hisham's P...
Any mosaic having secular designs were likely what?
Any mosaic having secular designs were likely what?
[ "Any mosaic having secular designs were likely what?" ]
{ "text": [ "floor panels" ], "answer_start": [ 47 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1649
57318bfd497a881900249006
Mosaic
Non-religious Umayyad mosaic works were mainly floor panels which decorated the palaces of the caliphs and other high-ranking officials. They were closely modeled after the mosaics of the Roman country villas, once common in the Eastern Mediterranean. The most superb example can be found in the bath house of Hisham's P...
What were the floor panels of the caliphs and high ranking officials modeled after?
What were the floor panels of the caliphs and high ranking officials modeled after?
[ "What were the floor panels of the caliphs and high ranking officials modeled after?" ]
{ "text": [ "Roman country villas" ], "answer_start": [ 188 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1650
57318bfd497a881900249007
Mosaic
Non-religious Umayyad mosaic works were mainly floor panels which decorated the palaces of the caliphs and other high-ranking officials. They were closely modeled after the mosaics of the Roman country villas, once common in the Eastern Mediterranean. The most superb example can be found in the bath house of Hisham's P...
Where can the most superb example of Umayyad mosaic floor paneling?
Where can the most superb example of Umayyad mosaic floor paneling?
[ "Where can the most superb example of Umayyad mosaic floor paneling?" ]
{ "text": [ "the bath house of Hisham's Palace" ], "answer_start": [ 292 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1651
57318bfd497a881900249008
Mosaic
Non-religious Umayyad mosaic works were mainly floor panels which decorated the palaces of the caliphs and other high-ranking officials. They were closely modeled after the mosaics of the Roman country villas, once common in the Eastern Mediterranean. The most superb example can be found in the bath house of Hisham's P...
In which present day country would the residence of Al-Walid II in Qasr al-Hallabat be?
In which present day country would the residence of Al-Walid II in Qasr al-Hallabat be?
[ "In which present day country would the residence of Al-Walid II in Qasr al-Hallabat be?" ]
{ "text": [ "Jordan" ], "answer_start": [ 765 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1652
57318bfd497a881900249009
Mosaic
Non-religious Umayyad mosaic works were mainly floor panels which decorated the palaces of the caliphs and other high-ranking officials. They were closely modeled after the mosaics of the Roman country villas, once common in the Eastern Mediterranean. The most superb example can be found in the bath house of Hisham's P...
At Qastal in 2000 the earliest examples of what were found in Jordan?
At Qastal in 2000 the earliest examples of what were found in Jordan?
[ "At Qastal in 2000 the earliest examples of what were found in Jordan?" ]
{ "text": [ "Umayyad mosaics" ], "answer_start": [ 1255 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1653
57318cad05b4da19006bd290
Mosaic
Some of the best examples of later Islamic mosaics were produced in Moorish Spain. The golden mosaics in the mihrab and the central dome of the Great Mosque in Corduba have a decidedly Byzantine character. They were made between 965 and 970 by local craftsmen, supervised by a master mosaicist from Constantinople, who w...
Where are some of the best examples of islamic mosaic work found?
Where are some of the best examples of islamic mosaic work found?
[ "Where are some of the best examples of islamic mosaic work found?" ]
{ "text": [ "Moorish Spain" ], "answer_start": [ 68 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1654
57318cad05b4da19006bd291
Mosaic
Some of the best examples of later Islamic mosaics were produced in Moorish Spain. The golden mosaics in the mihrab and the central dome of the Great Mosque in Corduba have a decidedly Byzantine character. They were made between 965 and 970 by local craftsmen, supervised by a master mosaicist from Constantinople, who w...
The mosaics in the Great Mosque in Corduba have what kind of style?
The mosaics in the Great Mosque in Corduba have what kind of style?
[ "The mosaics in the Great Mosque in Corduba have what kind of style?" ]
{ "text": [ "Byzantine" ], "answer_start": [ 185 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1655
57318cad05b4da19006bd292
Mosaic
Some of the best examples of later Islamic mosaics were produced in Moorish Spain. The golden mosaics in the mihrab and the central dome of the Great Mosque in Corduba have a decidedly Byzantine character. They were made between 965 and 970 by local craftsmen, supervised by a master mosaicist from Constantinople, who w...
When were the mosaics in the Great Mosque in Corduba created?
When were the mosaics in the Great Mosque in Corduba created?
[ "When were the mosaics in the Great Mosque in Corduba created?" ]
{ "text": [ "between 965 and 970" ], "answer_start": [ 221 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1656
57318cad05b4da19006bd293
Mosaic
Some of the best examples of later Islamic mosaics were produced in Moorish Spain. The golden mosaics in the mihrab and the central dome of the Great Mosque in Corduba have a decidedly Byzantine character. They were made between 965 and 970 by local craftsmen, supervised by a master mosaicist from Constantinople, who w...
Who created the mosaics in the Great Mosque in Corduba?
Who created the mosaics in the Great Mosque in Corduba?
[ "Who created the mosaics in the Great Mosque in Corduba?" ]
{ "text": [ "local craftsmen" ], "answer_start": [ 244 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1657
57318cad05b4da19006bd294
Mosaic
Some of the best examples of later Islamic mosaics were produced in Moorish Spain. The golden mosaics in the mihrab and the central dome of the Great Mosque in Corduba have a decidedly Byzantine character. They were made between 965 and 970 by local craftsmen, supervised by a master mosaicist from Constantinople, who w...
Who sent the master mosaicist to Spain?
Who sent the master mosaicist to Spain?
[ "Who sent the master mosaicist to Spain?" ]
{ "text": [ "the Byzantine Emperor" ], "answer_start": [ 331 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1658
57318db8497a881900249023
Mosaic
Noted 19th-century mosaics include those by Edward Burne-Jones at St Pauls within the Walls in Rome. Another modern mosaic of note is the world's largest mosaic installation located at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis, located in St. Louis, Missouri. A modern example of mosaic is the Museum of Natural History statio...
The Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis holds the largest what?
The Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis holds the largest what?
[ "The Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis holds the largest what?" ]
{ "text": [ "mosaic installation" ], "answer_start": [ 154 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1659
57318db8497a881900249024
Mosaic
Noted 19th-century mosaics include those by Edward Burne-Jones at St Pauls within the Walls in Rome. Another modern mosaic of note is the world's largest mosaic installation located at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis, located in St. Louis, Missouri. A modern example of mosaic is the Museum of Natural History statio...
What along texas interstate Highways contains everyday examples of mosaics?
What along texas interstate Highways contains everyday examples of mosaics?
[ "What along texas interstate Highways contains everyday examples of mosaics?" ]
{ "text": [ "the rest areas" ], "answer_start": [ 615 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1660
57318db8497a881900249025
Mosaic
Noted 19th-century mosaics include those by Edward Burne-Jones at St Pauls within the Walls in Rome. Another modern mosaic of note is the world's largest mosaic installation located at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis, located in St. Louis, Missouri. A modern example of mosaic is the Museum of Natural History statio...
Which station in the NYC subway has a modern example of mosaic?
Which station in the NYC subway has a modern example of mosaic?
[ "Which station in the NYC subway has a modern example of mosaic?" ]
{ "text": [ "the Museum of Natural History station" ], "answer_start": [ 284 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1661
57318db8497a881900249026
Mosaic
Noted 19th-century mosaics include those by Edward Burne-Jones at St Pauls within the Walls in Rome. Another modern mosaic of note is the world's largest mosaic installation located at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis, located in St. Louis, Missouri. A modern example of mosaic is the Museum of Natural History statio...
Edward Burne-Jones is noted for creating mosaics in what century?
Edward Burne-Jones is noted for creating mosaics in what century?
[ "Edward Burne-Jones is noted for creating mosaics in what century?" ]
{ "text": [ "19th" ], "answer_start": [ 6 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1662
57318e94497a88190024902b
Mosaic
In styles that owe as much to videogame pixel art and popculture as to traditional mosaic, street art has seen a novel reinvention and expansion of mosaic artwork. The most prominent artist working with mosaics in street art is the French Invader. He has done almost all his work in two very distinct mosaic styles, the ...
What has recently seen an expansion of mosaic artwork?
What has recently seen an expansion of mosaic artwork?
[ "What has recently seen an expansion of mosaic artwork?" ]
{ "text": [ "street art" ], "answer_start": [ 91 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1663
57318e94497a88190024902c
Mosaic
In styles that owe as much to videogame pixel art and popculture as to traditional mosaic, street art has seen a novel reinvention and expansion of mosaic artwork. The most prominent artist working with mosaics in street art is the French Invader. He has done almost all his work in two very distinct mosaic styles, the ...
Who is the most famous street artist who works with mosaics?
Who is the most famous street artist who works with mosaics?
[ "Who is the most famous street artist who works with mosaics?" ]
{ "text": [ "the French Invader" ], "answer_start": [ 228 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1664
57318e94497a88190024902d
Mosaic
In styles that owe as much to videogame pixel art and popculture as to traditional mosaic, street art has seen a novel reinvention and expansion of mosaic artwork. The most prominent artist working with mosaics in street art is the French Invader. He has done almost all his work in two very distinct mosaic styles, the ...
The French invader coined his own style of mosaic named what?
The French invader coined his own style of mosaic named what?
[ "The French invader coined his own style of mosaic named what?" ]
{ "text": [ "Rubikcubism" ], "answer_start": [ 494 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1665
57318e94497a88190024902e
Mosaic
In styles that owe as much to videogame pixel art and popculture as to traditional mosaic, street art has seen a novel reinvention and expansion of mosaic artwork. The most prominent artist working with mosaics in street art is the French Invader. He has done almost all his work in two very distinct mosaic styles, the ...
What does the French Invader usually create with the traditional style of mosaic?
What does the French Invader usually create with the traditional style of mosaic?
[ "What does the French Invader usually create with the traditional style of mosaic?" ]
{ "text": [ "8 bit video game character" ], "answer_start": [ 375 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1666
57318e94497a88190024902f
Mosaic
In styles that owe as much to videogame pixel art and popculture as to traditional mosaic, street art has seen a novel reinvention and expansion of mosaic artwork. The most prominent artist working with mosaics in street art is the French Invader. He has done almost all his work in two very distinct mosaic styles, the ...
How does the French Invader create "Rubikcubism" styled mosaics?
How does the French Invader create "Rubikcubism" styled mosaics?
[ "How does the French Invader create \"Rubikcubism\" styled mosaics?" ]
{ "text": [ "grids of scrambled Rubik's Cubes" ], "answer_start": [ 551 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1667
57318f33a5e9cc1400cdc07f
Mosaic
Portuguese pavement (in Portuguese, Calçada Portuguesa) is a kind of two-tone stone mosaic paving created in Portugal, and common throughout the Lusosphere. Most commonly taking the form of geometric patterns from the simple to the complex, it also is used to create complex pictorial mosaics in styles ranging from icon...
Portuguese pavement is known by what other name?
Portuguese pavement is known by what other name?
[ "Portuguese pavement is known by what other name?" ]
{ "text": [ "Calçada Portuguesa" ], "answer_start": [ 36 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1668
57318f33a5e9cc1400cdc080
Mosaic
Portuguese pavement (in Portuguese, Calçada Portuguesa) is a kind of two-tone stone mosaic paving created in Portugal, and common throughout the Lusosphere. Most commonly taking the form of geometric patterns from the simple to the complex, it also is used to create complex pictorial mosaics in styles ranging from icon...
What is Portuguese pavement?
What is Portuguese pavement?
[ "What is Portuguese pavement?" ]
{ "text": [ "two-tone stone mosaic paving" ], "answer_start": [ 69 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1669
57318f33a5e9cc1400cdc081
Mosaic
Portuguese pavement (in Portuguese, Calçada Portuguesa) is a kind of two-tone stone mosaic paving created in Portugal, and common throughout the Lusosphere. Most commonly taking the form of geometric patterns from the simple to the complex, it also is used to create complex pictorial mosaics in styles ranging from icon...
What is the most common pattern for Portuguese pavement?
What is the most common pattern for Portuguese pavement?
[ "What is the most common pattern for Portuguese pavement?" ]
{ "text": [ "geometric" ], "answer_start": [ 190 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1670
57318f33a5e9cc1400cdc082
Mosaic
Portuguese pavement (in Portuguese, Calçada Portuguesa) is a kind of two-tone stone mosaic paving created in Portugal, and common throughout the Lusosphere. Most commonly taking the form of geometric patterns from the simple to the complex, it also is used to create complex pictorial mosaics in styles ranging from icon...
Which city has almost all of its sidewalks in Portuguese pavement?
Which city has almost all of its sidewalks in Portuguese pavement?
[ "Which city has almost all of its sidewalks in Portuguese pavement?" ]
{ "text": [ "Lisbon" ], "answer_start": [ 525 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1671
57318f33a5e9cc1400cdc083
Mosaic
Portuguese pavement (in Portuguese, Calçada Portuguesa) is a kind of two-tone stone mosaic paving created in Portugal, and common throughout the Lusosphere. Most commonly taking the form of geometric patterns from the simple to the complex, it also is used to create complex pictorial mosaics in styles ranging from icon...
What other cityscape is done with Portuguese pavement?
What other cityscape is done with Portuguese pavement?
[ "What other cityscape is done with Portuguese pavement?" ]
{ "text": [ "streets" ], "answer_start": [ 491 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1672
5731903ce6313a140071d0a4
Mosaic
The indirect method of applying tesserae is often used for very large projects, projects with repetitive elements or for areas needing site specific shapes. Tiles are applied face-down to a backing paper using an adhesive, and later transferred onto walls, floors or craft projects. This method is most useful for extrem...
How were larger mosaics usually constructed?
How were larger mosaics usually constructed?
[ "How were larger mosaics usually constructed?" ]
{ "text": [ "face-down to a backing paper" ], "answer_start": [ 175 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1673
5731903ce6313a140071d0a5
Mosaic
The indirect method of applying tesserae is often used for very large projects, projects with repetitive elements or for areas needing site specific shapes. Tiles are applied face-down to a backing paper using an adhesive, and later transferred onto walls, floors or craft projects. This method is most useful for extrem...
Why was adding a step i production useful for larger projects?
Why was adding a step i production useful for larger projects?
[ "Why was adding a step i production useful for larger projects?" ]
{ "text": [ "gives the maker time to rework" ], "answer_start": [ 345 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1674
5731903ce6313a140071d0a6
Mosaic
The indirect method of applying tesserae is often used for very large projects, projects with repetitive elements or for areas needing site specific shapes. Tiles are applied face-down to a backing paper using an adhesive, and later transferred onto walls, floors or craft projects. This method is most useful for extrem...
What is the style called of putting tessere on a backing paper?
What is the style called of putting tessere on a backing paper?
[ "What is the style called of putting tessere on a backing paper?" ]
{ "text": [ "the indirect method" ], "answer_start": [ 742 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1675
5731903ce6313a140071d0a7
Mosaic
The indirect method of applying tesserae is often used for very large projects, projects with repetitive elements or for areas needing site specific shapes. Tiles are applied face-down to a backing paper using an adhesive, and later transferred onto walls, floors or craft projects. This method is most useful for extrem...
What besides benches and tabletops was usually created using the indirect method?
What besides benches and tabletops was usually created using the indirect method?
[ "What besides benches and tabletops was usually created using the indirect method?" ]
{ "text": [ "murals" ], "answer_start": [ 671 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1676
5731903ce6313a140071d0a8
Mosaic
The indirect method of applying tesserae is often used for very large projects, projects with repetitive elements or for areas needing site specific shapes. Tiles are applied face-down to a backing paper using an adhesive, and later transferred onto walls, floors or craft projects. This method is most useful for extrem...
The indirect method also helped for projects with what kinds of areas?
The indirect method also helped for projects with what kinds of areas?
[ "The indirect method also helped for projects with what kinds of areas?" ]
{ "text": [ "repetitive" ], "answer_start": [ 94 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1677
57319138a5e9cc1400cdc0b7
Mosaic
The double indirect method can be used when it is important to see the work during the creation process as it will appear when completed. The tesserae are placed face-up on a medium (often adhesive-backed paper, sticky plastic or soft lime or putty) as it will appear when installed. When the mosaic is complete, a simil...
When is the double indirect method of mosaic useful?
When is the double indirect method of mosaic useful?
[ "When is the double indirect method of mosaic useful?" ]
{ "text": [ "when it is important to see the work" ], "answer_start": [ 39 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1678
57319138a5e9cc1400cdc0b8
Mosaic
The double indirect method can be used when it is important to see the work during the creation process as it will appear when completed. The tesserae are placed face-up on a medium (often adhesive-backed paper, sticky plastic or soft lime or putty) as it will appear when installed. When the mosaic is complete, a simil...
What is the most powerful aspect of the double indirect method?
What is the most powerful aspect of the double indirect method?
[ "What is the most powerful aspect of the double indirect method?" ]
{ "text": [ "directly controlling the final result of the work" ], "answer_start": [ 720 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1679
57319138a5e9cc1400cdc0b9
Mosaic
The double indirect method can be used when it is important to see the work during the creation process as it will appear when completed. The tesserae are placed face-up on a medium (often adhesive-backed paper, sticky plastic or soft lime or putty) as it will appear when installed. When the mosaic is complete, a simil...
When was the double indirect method invented?
When was the double indirect method invented?
[ "When was the double indirect method invented?" ]
{ "text": [ "1989" ], "answer_start": [ 857 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1680
57319138a5e9cc1400cdc0ba
Mosaic
The double indirect method can be used when it is important to see the work during the creation process as it will appear when completed. The tesserae are placed face-up on a medium (often adhesive-backed paper, sticky plastic or soft lime or putty) as it will appear when installed. When the mosaic is complete, a simil...
Who invented the double indirect method?
Who invented the double indirect method?
[ "Who invented the double indirect method?" ]
{ "text": [ "Maurizio Placuzzi" ], "answer_start": [ 865 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1681
57319138a5e9cc1400cdc0bb
Mosaic
The double indirect method can be used when it is important to see the work during the creation process as it will appear when completed. The tesserae are placed face-up on a medium (often adhesive-backed paper, sticky plastic or soft lime or putty) as it will appear when installed. When the mosaic is complete, a simil...
What is used as a backing adhesive for the double indirect method besides putty or paper?
What is used as a backing adhesive for the double indirect method besides putty or paper?
[ "What is used as a backing adhesive for the double indirect method besides putty or paper?" ]
{ "text": [ "sticky plastic" ], "answer_start": [ 212 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1682
573191fe05b4da19006bd2c8
Mosaic
A tile mosaic is a digital image made up of individual tiles, arranged in a non-overlapping fashion, e.g. to make a static image on a shower room or bathing pool floor, by breaking the image down into square pixels formed from ceramic tiles (a typical size is 1 in × 1 in (25 mm × 25 mm), as for example, on the floor of...
What is the typical size of a ceramic mosaic tile?
What is the typical size of a ceramic mosaic tile?
[ "What is the typical size of a ceramic mosaic tile?" ]
{ "text": [ "1 in × 1 in" ], "answer_start": [ 260 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1683
573191fe05b4da19006bd2c9
Mosaic
A tile mosaic is a digital image made up of individual tiles, arranged in a non-overlapping fashion, e.g. to make a static image on a shower room or bathing pool floor, by breaking the image down into square pixels formed from ceramic tiles (a typical size is 1 in × 1 in (25 mm × 25 mm), as for example, on the floor of...
What is usually the purpose of a tile mosaic in pools?
What is usually the purpose of a tile mosaic in pools?
[ "What is usually the purpose of a tile mosaic in pools?" ]
{ "text": [ "express text" ], "answer_start": [ 493 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1684
573191fe05b4da19006bd2ca
Mosaic
A tile mosaic is a digital image made up of individual tiles, arranged in a non-overlapping fashion, e.g. to make a static image on a shower room or bathing pool floor, by breaking the image down into square pixels formed from ceramic tiles (a typical size is 1 in × 1 in (25 mm × 25 mm), as for example, on the floor of...
Where is the most common application of tile mosaics?
Where is the most common application of tile mosaics?
[ "Where is the most common application of tile mosaics?" ]
{ "text": [ "on a shower room or bathing pool floor" ], "answer_start": [ 129 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1685
573191fe05b4da19006bd2cb
Mosaic
A tile mosaic is a digital image made up of individual tiles, arranged in a non-overlapping fashion, e.g. to make a static image on a shower room or bathing pool floor, by breaking the image down into square pixels formed from ceramic tiles (a typical size is 1 in × 1 in (25 mm × 25 mm), as for example, on the floor of...
How should the tiles be aligned next to each other?
How should the tiles be aligned next to each other?
[ "How should the tiles be aligned next to each other?" ]
{ "text": [ "in a non-overlapping fashion" ], "answer_start": [ 71 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1686
573192bca5e9cc1400cdc0e7
Mosaic
With high cost of labor in developed countries, production automation has become increasingly popular. Rather than being assembled by hand, mosaics designed using computer aided design (CAD) software can be assembled by a robot. Production can be greater than 10 times faster with higher accuracy. But these "computer" m...
Why has production automation become popular?
Why has production automation become popular?
[ "Why has production automation become popular?" ]
{ "text": [ "high cost of labor in developed countries" ], "answer_start": [ 5 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1687
573192bca5e9cc1400cdc0e8
Mosaic
With high cost of labor in developed countries, production automation has become increasingly popular. Rather than being assembled by hand, mosaics designed using computer aided design (CAD) software can be assembled by a robot. Production can be greater than 10 times faster with higher accuracy. But these "computer" m...
Which software can aid in the design of robotically created mosaics?
Which software can aid in the design of robotically created mosaics?
[ "Which software can aid in the design of robotically created mosaics?" ]
{ "text": [ "CAD" ], "answer_start": [ 186 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1688
573192bca5e9cc1400cdc0e9
Mosaic
With high cost of labor in developed countries, production automation has become increasingly popular. Rather than being assembled by hand, mosaics designed using computer aided design (CAD) software can be assembled by a robot. Production can be greater than 10 times faster with higher accuracy. But these "computer" m...
How much faster is automated creation over handmade?
How much faster is automated creation over handmade?
[ "How much faster is automated creation over handmade?" ]
{ "text": [ "10 times faster" ], "answer_start": [ 260 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1689
573192bca5e9cc1400cdc0ea
Mosaic
With high cost of labor in developed countries, production automation has become increasingly popular. Rather than being assembled by hand, mosaics designed using computer aided design (CAD) software can be assembled by a robot. Production can be greater than 10 times faster with higher accuracy. But these "computer" m...
How does the robot pick the tiles it places?
How does the robot pick the tiles it places?
[ "How does the robot pick the tiles it places?" ]
{ "text": [ "a command file" ], "answer_start": [ 517 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1690
573192bca5e9cc1400cdc0eb
Mosaic
With high cost of labor in developed countries, production automation has become increasingly popular. Rather than being assembled by hand, mosaics designed using computer aided design (CAD) software can be assembled by a robot. Production can be greater than 10 times faster with higher accuracy. But these "computer" m...
What is not the same between hand made and robotic amde mosaics?
What is not the same between hand made and robotic amde mosaics?
[ "What is not the same between hand made and robotic amde mosaics?" ]
{ "text": [ "different look" ], "answer_start": [ 334 ] }
gem-squad_v2-train-1691
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Military_history_of_the_United_States
Beginning in 1689, the colonies became involved in a series of wars between Great Britain and France for control of North America, the most important of which were Queen Anne's War, in which the British conquered French colony Acadia, and the final French and Indian War (1754–63) when Britain was victorious over all th...
When did wars between Britain and France in North America start?
When did wars between Britain and France in North America start?
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gem-squad_v2-train-1692
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Military_history_of_the_United_States
Beginning in 1689, the colonies became involved in a series of wars between Great Britain and France for control of North America, the most important of which were Queen Anne's War, in which the British conquered French colony Acadia, and the final French and Indian War (1754–63) when Britain was victorious over all th...
What was the most important North American conflict between France and Britain called?
What was the most important North American conflict between France and Britain called?
[ "What was the most important North American conflict between France and Britain called?" ]
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gem-squad_v2-train-1693
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Military_history_of_the_United_States
Beginning in 1689, the colonies became involved in a series of wars between Great Britain and France for control of North America, the most important of which were Queen Anne's War, in which the British conquered French colony Acadia, and the final French and Indian War (1754–63) when Britain was victorious over all th...
What French colony did Great Britain conquer in Queen Anne's War?
What French colony did Great Britain conquer in Queen Anne's War?
[ "What French colony did Great Britain conquer in Queen Anne's War?" ]
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gem-squad_v2-train-1694
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Military_history_of_the_United_States
Beginning in 1689, the colonies became involved in a series of wars between Great Britain and France for control of North America, the most important of which were Queen Anne's War, in which the British conquered French colony Acadia, and the final French and Indian War (1754–63) when Britain was victorious over all th...
When was the final French and Indian War fought?
When was the final French and Indian War fought?
[ "When was the final French and Indian War fought?" ]
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gem-squad_v2-train-1695
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Military_history_of_the_United_States
Beginning in 1689, the colonies became involved in a series of wars between Great Britain and France for control of North America, the most important of which were Queen Anne's War, in which the British conquered French colony Acadia, and the final French and Indian War (1754–63) when Britain was victorious over all th...
What future American founding father fought in the French and Indian War?
What future American founding father fought in the French and Indian War?
[ "What future American founding father fought in the French and Indian War?" ]
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gem-squad_v2-train-1696
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Military_history_of_the_United_States
Beginning in 1689, the colonies became involved in a series of wars between Great Britain and France for control of North America, the most important of which were Queen Anne's War, in which the British conquered French colony Acadia, and the final French and Indian War (1754–63) when Britain was victorious over all th...
When did wars between China and France in North America start?
When did wars between China and France in North America start?
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gem-squad_v2-train-1697
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Military_history_of_the_United_States
Beginning in 1689, the colonies became involved in a series of wars between Great Britain and France for control of North America, the most important of which were Queen Anne's War, in which the British conquered French colony Acadia, and the final French and Indian War (1754–63) when Britain was victorious over all th...
What was the most important South American conflict between France and Britain called?
What was the most important South American conflict between France and Britain called?
[ "What was the most important South American conflict between France and Britain called?" ]
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gem-squad_v2-train-1698
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Military_history_of_the_United_States
Beginning in 1689, the colonies became involved in a series of wars between Great Britain and France for control of North America, the most important of which were Queen Anne's War, in which the British conquered French colony Acadia, and the final French and Indian War (1754–63) when Britain was victorious over all th...
What French colony did Great Britain conquer outside of Queen Anne's War?
What French colony did Great Britain conquer outside of Queen Anne's War?
[ "What French colony did Great Britain conquer outside of Queen Anne's War?" ]
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gem-squad_v2-train-1699
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Military_history_of_the_United_States
Beginning in 1689, the colonies became involved in a series of wars between Great Britain and France for control of North America, the most important of which were Queen Anne's War, in which the British conquered French colony Acadia, and the final French and Indian War (1754–63) when Britain was victorious over all th...
When was the first French and Indian War fought?
When was the first French and Indian War fought?
[ " When was the first French and Indian War fought?" ]
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