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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In three days, what have Gilgamesh and Enkidu done?
(a) They have completed the wall.
(b) They have reached the massive cedar gate that leads the way to Humbaba.
(c) They have returned to the forest.
(d) They ahve enjoyed days of festivities.

2. What happens after eleven days and nights of this leg of Gilgamesh's journey?
(a) He see a trace of light.
(b) He meets Enkidu.
(c) He sees Anu.
(d) He is in complete darkness.

3. How does the young girl feel when she sees the man?
(a) She is irritated.
(b) She is terrified.
(c) She is excited.
(d) She is unsure.

4. Why does the young priestess do this?
(a) In order to be away from him.
(b) In order that he might meet Ishtar.
(c) In order that she might adorn herself for the upcoming ceremony.
(d) In order that Ishtar find favor in him.

5. What does Enkidu resolve to do?
(a) Leave Gilgamesh and his new life.
(b) Meet with the gods.
(c) Accompany his friend and to make the needed sacrifice.
(d) Stop Gilgamesh.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the Temple of Ishtar, the citizens of Uruk will finally do what?

2. Why does Gilgamesh pour meal on the earth?

3. Why do the hunter and his father head to the city?

4. What is done with the carcass of the beast?

5. According to Ishtar's wishes, what does the creature do?

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