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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Ninsun possess?
(a) A great deal of knowledge.
(b) The gifts of prophecy and the interpretation of dreams.
(c) The ability to soothe those who are distraught.
(d) Wealth.

2. What is the adventure the King proposes?
(a) Dragon hunting.
(b) A trip around the world.
(c) Killing the monster Humbaba.
(d) Traveling to the underworld.

3. What is this dream, according to Gilgamesh's mother?
(a) A sign of what good is to come.
(b) Caused by the large meal he had the night before.
(c) Just a dream.
(d) An evil portent.

4. Where does the anticipated battle between the King and the savage take place?
(a) At the temple.
(b) At the gate into the city.
(c) At the King's palace.
(d) In the forest.

5. How does Ishtar feel about the elders' plan?
(a) She is unsure about it.
(b) She agrees with it.
(c) She agrees with it at first.
(d) She disagrees with it.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sabitu do after exiting her house?

2. What does Sabitu ask Gilgamesh about his appearance?

3. How does the young girl feel when she sees the man?

4. Who does Ishtar gather together?

5. Where are Ishtar and her priestesses in Enkidu's dream?

(see the answer key)

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