Final answer:
The ancient Egyptian rulers believed to be divine and with absolute power are Pharaohs, who also served as high priests, performing religious rituals and were considered living gods.Option B is the correct answer.
Step-by-step explanation:
The rulers of ancient Egypt who were believed to be divine and held absolute power are known as Pharaohs. The Pharaoh was not only the political ruler of the state but also served as the high priest and was seen as a living god among the Egyptian population. They were considered to be directly connected to the gods, ensuring the continuity of the universe through their divine rule.
Aside from being the head of the political system, a Pharaoh also played the role of a high priest, a position which allowed them to perform important religious rituals honoring the gods worshipped along the Nile River. Therefore, in the context of the student's question, the answer to 'Any of the rulers of ancient Egypt who were believe to be divine and had absolute power' is Pharaoh (B). And the answer to 'What was another role of the pharaoh, in addition to being the political head of the state?' is high priest (c).