Question

What was the purpose of Olmec cities? They were built to honor the gods. They were built as economic centers. They were created to house the ruling elite. They were created to defend against attack.

Answer 1

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trading helped the Olmec build their urban centers of San Lorenzo and La Venta. These cities, however, were used predominantly for ceremonial purposes and elite activity; most people lived in small villages. Individual homes had a lean-to—sort of like a garage shed—and a storage pit for storing root vegetables nearby.

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Answer 2

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B

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