A lamassu is a ________.
A) guardian beast
B) nickname for rulers of Babylon
C) rope used to capture lions
D) type of clothing worn by ancient Assyrians
E) none of the other answers

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Lamassu is a mythical creature with the head of a human, body of a lion or bull, and wings of an eagle. It was believed to be a guardian or protective spirit and was often depicted at the entrance of temples, palaces or other important buildings in ancient Mesopotamia.

A Lamassu Is a ________