Central Ideas and Purpose in The Riddle of the Rosetta Stone

Question 5 • DAEP-English 7 A(20 Day Term)

Which line from the decree in The Riddle of the Rosetta Stone best supports the idea that Ptolemy was a fair and kind ruler?

Answer

he provided that cavalry and infantry forces and ships should be sent out against those who invaded Egypt by sea and by land,

and whereas those who were in prison and those who were under accusation for a long time, he has freed of the charges against them;

Whereas King PTOLEMY, the son of King Ptolemy and Queen Arsinoe, has been a benefactor both to the temples and to those who dwell in them

in return for which things the gods have given him health, victory, and power, and all other good things, and he and his children shall retain the kingship for all time.

Explanation

The decree says Ptolemy freed people who had been imprisoned or under accusation for a long time. Releasing people from prison and dropping their charges supports the idea that he was fair and kind. Choice A describes defending Egypt, while C and D praise his relationship with the temples and the gods.

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