Question

35.
ziggurat in susa, elamite
ziggurat in ur, mesopotamia
the similarity of architecture is most likely due to the -
○ diffusion of ideas as the two civilizations traded with one another
○ necessity of storing all of the harvest for the colder, winter months
○ reign of monarchs whose heritage comes from the same family
○ separation of individuals based upon their religion and race
clear all

Explanation:

To determine the reason for the architectural similarity between the ziggurats in Susa (Elamite) and Ur (Mesopotamia), we analyze each option:

• The "necessity of storing harvest" is unrelated to ziggurat architecture (ziggurats were religious/ceremonial structures, not granaries).
• "Reign of monarchs from the same family" is incorrect, as Elamite and Mesopotamian monarchies were distinct.
• "Separation based on religion/race" does not explain architectural similarity.
• "Diffusion of ideas via trade" is plausible: trade between civilizations facilitates cultural/architectural idea sharing, explaining the similar ziggurat designs.

Answer:

A. diffusion of ideas as the two civilizations traded with one another