The word which means an ancient temple in the shape of a pyramid built in stepped levels was a a. ziggurat b. shaduf c. cuneiform d. hacienda

The word which means an 'ancient temple' in the shape of a 'pyramid' built in 'stepped levels' was a Ziggurat.

Explanation:

A fortress-like structure called Ziggurat was found built in every major city of the 'ancient Mesopotamian'. This structure was roughly shaped like a pyramid and was built in stone blocks and baked bricks. It is believed that the Babylonians of the ancient Mesopotamia built these structures in the honor of their Gods. The Babylonians are believed to have taken cover on these Ziggurats in events of heavy flooding.