The Assyrian empire was renowned not only for its powerful military machine, but also for its progress in the arts, culture, medicine and education. While deportations of segments of conquered populations continued, all subjugated regions were accepted and treated as Assyrians.
I believe the answer is: C. an indictment
An indictment refers to a serious accusation that given to a person who is suspected for criminal activities. In united states, all people who receive an indictment and forced to trial would obtain the right to be accompanied by lawyers. If that person cannot afford it, the state would provide it for free.
The process that you’re describing is called Transduction; the transmission of molecular signals from the cells’ exterior to the cells’ interior.