Asked by Kylie Gravel on Apr 27, 2024
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A prime example of dry-joining masonry (masonry without mortar) is found in which of the following?
A) Temple of Quetzalcoatl at Teotihuacán
B) Maya Temple I at Tikal
C) Haida mortuary temple
D) Inca Temple of the Sun at Cuzco
Dry-Joining Masonry
A construction technique where stones are precisely cut and fit together without the use of mortar, common in ancient structures and architecture.
Temple of the Sun
A term often used to refer to various religious structures dedicated to sun worship or solar deities in different ancient cultures, including the Incan, Egyptian, and Aztec civilizations.
Cuzco
The historical capital of the Inca Empire, located in present-day Peru, renowned for its archaeological remains and Spanish colonial architecture.
- Familiarize with the organizational and architectural feats of the Inka Empire.
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Learning Objectives
- Familiarize with the organizational and architectural feats of the Inka Empire.
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