Why Is the Structure Known as the Lion Gate Referred

question 27

Multiple Choice

Why is the structure known as the Lion Gate referred to as "cyclopean masonry"?

• A) The gate is surrounded by huge, rough-hewn stones that only the giants known as Cyclopes could have carried.
• B) The original form included a dedication to the Odysseus, who outsmarted the legendary Cyclopes.
• C) The single opening at the north entrance mirrored the single eye of the Cyclopes.
• D) The stones were large, round and smooth-cut to mimic Cyclopes' eyes.

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