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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Epic of Creation.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Namtar is sent from the Underworld to argue with the gods for Nergal's return, what does Ereshkigal reveal?
(a) She was raped.
(b) She is pregnant.
(c) She has been planning on poisoning Nergal for his obstinance.
(d) She is dying.

2. How does the Epic of Creation in this book end?
(a) Mankind will hopefully worship Marduk as the gods' savior.
(b) Apsu will stay below the waters for eternity.
(c) TIamat will never return to reclaim her throne
(d) Mankind will no longer need to rely on the gods for help.

3. In the Epic of Creation, what god is killed in order to make man?
(a) Marduk.
(b) Apsu.
(c) Qingu.
(d) Tiamat.

4. To whom does Nudimmud give birth in the Epic of Creation?
(a) Ea.
(b) Apsu.
(c) Tiamat.
(d) Ellil.

5. Why is Ea unable to face Tiamat?
(a) He does not wish to kill his mother.
(b) He knows his powers will not affect her.
(c) He is afraid of her.
(d) He is too injured.

Short Answer Questions

1. What goddess is said to have been the mother of Gilgamesh?

2. How does Ut-napishtium prove to Gilgamesh how many days the latter man slept?

3. How many names are given to Marduk by Anshar, Lahmu, and Lahamu?

4. What fate is granted to Marduk for volunteering to battle Tiamat?

5. After Gilgamesh passes through the mountains, what creatures does Gilgamesh mistakenly kill?

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