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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Gilgamesh's dreams are a realization of his personal what?
2. Why do the gods create Enkidu?
3. Which god is said to have her throne in the Cedar Forest?
4. What does Enkidu do with the animals he finds in the woods?
5. How does Enkidu react to Gilgamesh's dreams?
Short Essay Questions
1. Describe where the Gilgamesh tablets are found and who found them.
2. Who does Gilgamesh command to mourn for Enkidu? How long does Gilgamesh mourn?
3. Describe the fight between Enlil and Shamash over which man will die - Gilgamesh or Enkidu.
4. Enkidu is even more afraid when his hand becomes paralyzed after touching the forest gate. Describe the speech Gilgamesh makes to his friend to encourage him.
5. Describe the encounter Gilgamesh has in which the snake steals the plant of youth.
6. Describe the only available way to cross to Utnapishtim.
7. Describe Enkidu and Gilgamesh's relationship.
8. Why is Urshanabi prevented from immediately conducting Gilgamesh across the sea?
9. What does the barmaid tell Gilgamesh and what do her words foreshadow?
10. Describe the items Isthar promises Gilgamesh if he will become her husband.
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Enlil is said to be the god who appointed Humbaba protector of the cedar forest. In Tablet, 7 Enlil is the god who announces that Enkidu shall die for his part in the killing of Humbaba, the bull of heaven and cutting down the cedar forest. Knowing that Enlil wanted the forest protected why do you think he chooses Enkidu over Gilgamesh as the one to die? Do you think that Enkidu's previous knowledge of Humbaba and the forest plays a role in Enlil's decision? Does Enlil count Gilgamesh innocent because he did not originally know the story of Humbaba and the cedar forest?
Essay Topic 2
In Tablet 2, the author notes that Enkidu listened to the courtesan's advice and took the words of a woman to heart. There is an ominous connotation to these lines. A man who took the words of a woman seriously was not viewed as intelligent. Discuss the implications for Enkidu's life since he is now listening to the courtesan's advice on how to live his life. Relate your discussion to Enkidu's later illness and the curse, followed by the blessing, he calls down upon the courtesan.
Essay Topic 3
Humbaba is not ready for battle when Gilgamesh and Enkidu arrive. As the defender of the forest it seems that the guardian should be ready to meet enemies at all times. Discuss the reasons Humbaba may not be ready for battle? Discuss also the implications of a demon guardian who must wear special armor in order to be invincible? Does the timing of Gilgamesh's arrival indicate a favorable outcome?
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