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At the centre of each Mesopotamian town, particularly a Sumerian town, was the 'X'. The ancient Sumerians believed that their gods lived in the sky. In order for the gods to hear better, they needed to get closer to them. That is why, the Sumerians built massive 'X's with built in steps. What is 'X'?

A
Mud pyramid
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Shrine
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Steele
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D
Ziggurat
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Solution

The correct option is D Ziggurat
'X' is a Ziggurat. The Ziggurat was a temple. It was at the centre of the town and was also its tallest building. The ancient Sumerians believed that their gods lived in the sky. In order for the gods to hear better, they needed to get closer to them. That is why, the Sumerians built massive Ziggurats.

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