Given what you know about obelisks, which of the following tasks was most likely the most difficult aspect of constructing an obelisk?
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erecting the obelisk
erecting the obelisk
engraving the sides of the obelisk
engraving the sides of the obelisk
coating the top with gold
coating the top with gold
painting the sides of the obelisk
Erecting the obelisk was most likely the most difficult aspect of constructing an obelisk. The transport and erection of these massive stone structures posed significant engineering challenges in ancient times. They were carved from a single piece of stone, often granite, and could weigh hundreds of tons. Transporting them from the quarry to their final location required intricate planning and great manpower, and lifting them to stand upright was a complex process that might have involved ramps, levers, and other tools that would allow for the manipulation of such heavy objects.
Engraving, coating the top with gold, and painting were also labor-intensive and required skilled craftsmanship, but these tasks were more manageable compared to the sheer physical and logistical challenges involved in moving and erecting an obelisk.