What was the purpose of ziggurats in sumer? a. they were conduits for water transport. b. they were monuments to previous kings. c. they were homes for wealthy sumerians. d. they were temples for gods and goddesses.

   D. They were temples for gods and goddesses

Explanation:  The Ziggurats are considered to be the oldest pyramids, of a stepped shape, characteristic of Sumerian civilization. They were intended for religious purposes, and were used for rituals and religious purposes dedicated to the gods. The ziggurats also had a social character as places of gathering of people during rituals and festivals dedicated to the gods.

answer; taking up arms to defend the nation;

“the iliad” (gr: “iliás”) is an epic poem by the ancient greek poet homer, which recounts some of the significant events of the final weeks of the trojan war and the greek siege of the city of troy (which was also known as ilion, ilios or ilium in ancient times).