Much like religious cathedrals in Europe, Mayan pyramids were constructed in the center of their
cities. Which of the following statements BEST describes their purpose?
A.
The pyramid was built as a show of strength to rival civilizations.
B.
Pyramids were observatories used to study the stars and planets.
C.
Each pyramid was a place of worship dedicated to a specific deity or god.
D.
The pyramids were used for the storage of grains and other agricultural products used to feed the people within the empire.
