Myths from Mesopotamia: Creation, the Flood, Gilgamesh, and Others Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

When Namtar is sent from the Underworld to argue with the gods for Nergal's return, what does Ereshkigal reveal? (from Nergal and Ereshkigal, Babylonian Version and Amarna Version)

She is dying.

She is pregnant.

She was raped.

She has been planning on poisoning Nergal for his obstinance.

2.

What food does Anu actually offer to Adapa? (from Adapa and Etana)

The bread of truth.

The bread of death.

The bread of lies.

The bread of life.

3.

What must Adapa wear when he is sent to appear before Anu? (from Adapa and Etana)

Mourning clothing.

Nothing.

A shift from the Temple of Anu.

He must be dressed as the gods.

4.

In the story of Ereshkigal, why does Kakka tell the queen of the Underworld to send a messenger up to the world? (from Nergal and Ereshkigal, Babylonian Version and Amarna Version)

They wish to to replace her messenger.

They wish to send more help to the Underworld.

They wish to assassinate the queen.

They wish send some of their feast to her.

5.

How long do Nergal and Ereshkigal make love? (from Nergal and Ereshkigal, Babylonian Version and Amarna Version)

Four days.

Five days.

Three days.

Six days.

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