Concept:Herod's reaction to the birth announcement of Jesus reveals his fear of a political rival.
Explanation:The wise men from the East came to Jerusalem asking, "Where is He who has been born King of the Jews?"
When King Herod heard this news about the birth of Jesus, he became deeply disturbed and worried.
According to Matthew 2:3, "When Herod the king had heard these things, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him."
Herod saw the newborn King as a threat to his own position as ruler of Judea.
His reaction was therefore one of anxiety and fear, not calmness, excitement, or a desire to send gifts.
This troubled state later led him to deceitfully ask the wise men to report back to him.
Answer:A. He was troubled