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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Theology of Dunnu.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After the death of Enkidu, for what does a grieving Gilgamesh seek?
(a) Immortality.
(b) A goddess's support.
(c) Marriage to Ishtar.
(d) Enkidu's family.

2. What tool is used within the introductions to help the reader understand the time line of these stories?
(a) The Chronological Chart.
(b) The Abbreviations.
(c) The Sigla.
(d) The Flow Chart.

3. Why is Nergal sent to the Underworld?
(a) He is to judge the activities of the gods.
(b) He is to send a message to Namtar from the gods about respect.
(c) He is to sacrifice himself to make amends for offending Namtar.
(d) He is to be whipped by Namtar.

4. What function does the Tablet of Destinies serve?
(a) It controls the seasonal changes.
(b) It controls the weather patterns.
(c) It controls how long mankind lives.
(d) It controls the orders and fates for the gods.

5. How long do Nergal and Ereshkigal make love?
(a) Six days.
(b) Five days.
(c) Three days.
(d) Four days.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is not one of Adapa's responsibilities?

2. What pact do the eagle and snake in Etana's story make with Shamash?

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

4. What does Enki give Belet-ili?

5. What does Ea advise Nergal to refrain from while in the Underworld?

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