Question

which of the following is not true of the sculpture above?
a. the intertwined plants below the throne symbolize khafres rule of both upper and lower egypt
b. the mans head is held by horus, the falcon god, which is a display of protection.
c. the lions form the thrones legs, symbolizing strength and power
d. the sculpture was never completed, but the reason is unknown.

Explanation:

This is the seated statue of Pharaoh Khafre.

• Option a: The intertwined papyrus (Lower Egypt) and lotus (Upper Egypt) under the throne do symbolize unification of Upper and Lower Egypt, so this is true.
• Option b: The falcon god Horus is positioned behind Khafre's head, not holding it, as a symbol of divine protection, so this statement is false.
• Option c: The throne legs are shaped as lionesses (representing strength/power of the pharaoh's rule), so this is true.
• Option d: The statue was found in a partially finished state with no clear known reason, so this is true.

Answer:

b. The man's head is held by Horus, the falcon god, which is a display of protection.