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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Epic of Gilgamesh - Standard version and Old Babylonian Version.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After seven years of famine, to what does mankind resort?
(a) Eating dirt.
(b) Warring.
(c) Cannibalism.
(d) Prostitution.

2. What ancient text is not listed as having being inspired by these myths?
(a) The Old Testament.
(b) Arabian Nights.
(c) The Qur'an.
(d) The Illiad.

3. What offer does Gilgamesh refuse from Ishtar?
(a) Patronage.
(b) Immortality.
(c) Divinity.
(d) Marriage.

4. How much of Gilgamesh is considered to be the mortal part?
(a) One third.
(b) One fifth.
(c) One half.
(d) One fourth.

5. Which goddess creates Enkidu in order to bring down Gilgamesh's arrogance?
(a) Tiamat.
(b) Ishtar.
(c) Ereshkigal.
(d) Aruru.

Short Answer Questions

1. What biblical character is similar to Atrahasis?

2. What purpose does the Sigla and Abbreviations section serve for this book?

3. What is unique about the plant Gilgamesh retrieves from the Apsu?

4. How long does Enki believe the flood will last?

5. What gesture does Ninsun extend before Gilgamesh and Enkidu go to stop Humbaba?

(see the answer key)

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