Question

read the excerpt from the decree inscribed on the rosetta stone, which appears in the riddle of the rosetta stone, by james cross giblin. 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, as well as all those who are his subjects, and being benevolently disposed toward the gods, has dedicated to the temples revenues in money and grain and has undertaken much outlay to bring egypt into prosperity, and has been generous with all his own means; which answer choice best describes the purpose of the excerpt? to trace king ptolemys ancestry to inform the reader of king ptolemys greatness to describe egypt during king ptolemys rule to explain how to honor king ptolemy

Explanation:

The excerpt highlights King Ptolemy's actions as a benefactor (to temples, those in them, and his subjects), his benevolent disposition, and his generosity. These details are meant to showcase his positive qualities and thus his greatness.

Answer:

To inform the reader of King Ptolemy's greatness.