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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens when Gilgamesh and Enkidu fight?
(a) Enkdiu takes the new bride for himself.
(b) They become friends because they are equals.
(c) Gilgamesh kills Enkidu.
(d) Enkidu kills Gilgamesh.

2. What is another name for the cedar forest?
(a) The home of Shamash
(b) Utnapishtim's stronghold
(c) The dwelling place of the gods
(d) The end of the world

3. Who appointed Humbaba protector of the forest?
(a) Shamash
(b) Enlil
(c) Anu
(d) Ninsun

4. Where does Gilgamesh see the ax in his dream?
(a) The wilderness
(b) His bedroom
(c) The marketplace
(d) The temple

5. How many days does the journey to the Cedar Forest take?
(a) One week
(b) Six days
(c) One month
(d) Six months

Short Answer Questions

1. What things do the shepherds teach Enkidu?

2. What does Enkidu do with the animals he finds in the woods?

3. What happens to Enkidu's hand when he tries to open the gate?

4. What is another name for Humbaba?

5. To whom do the people of Uruk pray?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Enkidu counsel Gilgamesh to do with Humbaba and why?

2. Describe the Cedar Forest as Gilgamesh and Enkidu encounter it.

3. What does Shamash say to Enkidu after Enkidu curses the courtesan?

4. Describe Gilgamesh's journey through the mountain paths of Mashu.

5. Describe the disappointment awaiting Gilgamesh when he finally meets Utnapishtim.

6. Describe Gilgamesh's attitude towards the journey to the forest.

7. Discuss Enkidu's interpretations of Gilgamesh's dreams.

8. What does Enkidu already know about death because of his upbringing in the wilderness?

9. Describe Ekidnu's character.

10. Describe Gilgamesh's answer to Siduri about why his appearance is so rough.

(see the answer keys)

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