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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In his dream, what is Gilgamesh doing?
(a) Walking through the streets of Uruk.
(b) Speaking to his people.
(c) Walking through the forest.
(d) Eating dinner.

2. What is the greatest danger to this city?
(a) The monster Humbaba.
(b) Earthquakes.
(c) Floods.
(d) The god Anu.

3. How does the wild man find himself when sitting beside the young priestess?
(a) Worried.
(b) Nervous.
(c) Sad.
(d) Utterly content.

4. What does Enkido do when Gilgamesh attempts to enter?
(a) He blocks his path.
(b) He stabs him through with a sword.
(c) He allows him to enter.
(d) He ignores him.

5. At the Temple of Ishtar, the citizens of Uruk will finally do what?
(a) Pray to Ishtar.
(b) Destroy the temple.
(c) Ask Ishtar for guidance.
(d) Choose a bride for their king, Gilgamesh.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why do the elders suggest that a man be created?

2. How does Gilgamesh react to his mother's warning?

3. What does Gilgamesh do when he has a disturbing dream?

4. What does Gilgamesh know about Harim?

5. How does Ishtar feel about the elders' plan?

(see the answer key)

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