That is a metaphor, for it is a direct comparison to to unlike things (world as a stage, men and women as players), without using "like" or "as."
Based on this fact, it can be inferred that "<span>c. Writing the riddles down was important to him" since he was so engaged with his writing that he didn't care about the cold. </span>
I believe the answer is B
The correct answer to the question presented above is:
Tutankhamun had many responsibilities.
<span>Despite his minor age to rule as king, he had so
many responsibilities after the death of his father. He had to restore the
reputation of his kingdom, build stronger relationship with ancient neighbors,
and reversed traditional beliefs. In relation to this, he had to study different
forms of discipline from trusted advisers to become a good leader.</span>
