Why did Neolithic peoples build circular structures?
A) It helped them to predict where best to herd their animals.
B) Circular structures were believed to predict the movements of the stars.
C) Circular structures were believed to possess magical powers to help people know where to migrate next.
D) Priests taught their populations that building large circular structures would ensure a large harvest for years to come.

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Circular structures, such as Stonehenge, are thought to have been used by Neolithic peoples to track celestial events, including the movements of the stars and the sun. This knowledge would have been important for agricultural and ceremonial purposes.

Why Did Neolithic Peoples Build Circular Structures