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Influences on Ideas in The Riddle of the Rosetta Stone

Question 3 • EBR - English Language Arts 7 CR SUMMER 2026

Based on The Riddle of the Rosetta Stone, what role did Sylvestre de Sacy play in Jean-François Champollion’s career?

Answer
A
De Sacy gave Champollion a job, which allowed him to earn a living while continuing to decipher the writings on the Rosetta Stone.
B
De Sacy taught Champollion everything he knew, which allowed him to decipher the writings on the Rosetta Stone.
C
Champollion was inspired by de Sacy, who had already successfully deciphered the writings on the Rosetta Stone.
D
Champollion studied with de Sacy, who had already attempted to decipher the writings on the Rosetta Stone.
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