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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Tablet 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are the names of the two kings Enkidu identifies in the underworld?
(a) Etana and Sumuqan
(b) Ninsun and Sumuqan
(c) Etana and Enlil
(d) Sumuqan and Thorazi

2. How does Enkidu react to Gilgamesh's dreams?
(a) He says he fears they will come true
(b) He interprets them positively
(c) He has similar dreams
(d) He says they mean nothing

3. Gilgamesh asks Shamash to give Enkidu what?
(a) A kingdom of his own
(b) Victory over Humbaba
(c) A wife
(d) A dream

4. Who interprets Gilgamesh's dreams?
(a) Shamash
(b) Enkidu
(c) The shepherds
(d) Humbaba

5. What does Gilgamesh do before Shamash each time they stop?
(a) Offers a sacrifice
(b) Kneels to pray five times
(c) Drinks wine
(d) Digs a well

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do Gilgamesh and Enkidu first meet?

2. What is Enkidu transformed into in order to journey to the underworld?

3. How far do Gilgamesh and Enkidu walk each day?

4. How many layers of armor has Humbaba put on when Gilgamesh and Enkidu arrive at the gate to the forest?

5. How many layers of armor does Humbaba usually wear?

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