The works shown are Structures 40 and 33 from Yaxchilán which was created by the Mayan civilization circa 725 C.E. Yaxchilán is an example of how ritual and ceremonial practices have influenced the creation and function of architecture.

Select and completely identify another work that exemplifies how ritual and ceremonial practices have influenced the creation and function of architecture. You may select a work from the list below or any other relevant work. Your identification must include at least two accurate identifiers. If you select a work from the list below, you must include at least two accurate identifiers beyond those that are given.

#156. Great Serpent Mound
#157. Templo Mayor (Main Temple)
#159. Qorikancha, City of Cusco

Describe the content of both Yaxchilán and your selected work.

Using specific visual evidence from both works, explain at least one similarity and at least one difference in how the works exemplify the influence of ritual and ceremonial practices in the creation and function of architecture.

Explain at least one similarity or difference in how the works exemplify the influence of ritual and ceremonial practices in the creation and function of architecture within their respective cultures. Use specific contextual evidence about both Yaxchilán and your selected work in your explanation. (50 points)