It is most likely meant to depict which of the following scenes?

(A) A subject in awe of the divine power of his king (B) A slave attending upon his noble master (C) An enemy acknowledging defeat before a mighty conqueror (D) A performer taking a bow before a royal patronExplanation: (C) This question calls for use of evidence and historical interpretation. This carving, of the Persian emperor Shapur II, is clearly intended to convey a sense of majesty and military prowess. Answers A and B are not implausible, but C seems most likely, given the humble posture of the kneeling figure.