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How did Egypt's geography influence the design of the Great Pylon of the Horus Templeat Edfu?
A. The division between Upper and Lower Egypt is reflected in the upper and lower sections of the temple.
B. Shifting sand dunes necessitated the protective barriers around the perimeter.
C. The flow of the Nile probably inspired the direct path taken by worshipers through the temple.
D. The waters of the Nile permitted the extensive use of waterworks throughout the temple complex.
Answer: C
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