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An ancient document describes a king who 'distributed gold with one hand and took the people's sons with the other.' What can be inferred about his rule?
AHe was purely a kind and generous ruler.
BHe was a tyrant who only took from the people.
CHis rule was a mix of material benefit and high human cost (likely for war).
DHe was very good at juggling gold and children.
✓ Correct Answer: C — His rule was a mix of material benefit and high human cost (likely for war).
The metaphor suggests a trade-off where wealth is given but personal lives/families are taken (conscription).
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