The headdresses worn by Mayan kings, lords, and warriors were among the most elaborate status symbols ever devised. Concocted of exotic items [taken] from around the region—including parrot and macaw feathers, jaguar pelts, seashells, and jade—they told of men who received reverent tribute from those who depended on their [ability]. Indeed, the headdresses of commanding figures often bore the features of a god, from whose gaping mouth the mortal’s face would emerge. Such crowns reflected the Mayan conviction that on ceremonial occasions their leaders became one with the gods.” —Empires Besieged, Time Frame A. D. 200–600

Which sentence in the passage states the main idea of the paragraph?
a.
sentence 1
c.
sentence 3
b.
sentence 2
d.
the last sentence

Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
B
C
D
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