What is the central idea in the first part of the passage? The king has kept the people of Egypt safe from enemies.
The gods have given the king many gifts in return for his success as a ruler.
The king has spent a lot of money and grain to keep the people safe.
The king’s children shall retain the kingship forever.

What is the central idea in the first part of the passage?

The king has kept the people of Egypt safe from enemies. (correct)

The gods have given the king many gifts in return for his success as a ruler.

The king has spent a lot of money and grain to keep the people safe.

The king’s children shall retain the kingship forever.

Explanation:

heard it was b for some people but it was a for me

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