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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Theology of Dunnu.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Ishtar's relationship to Ereshkigal?
(a) Cousins.
(b) Mother and daughter.
(c) Lovers.
(d) Sisters.

2. In the Amarna version of Nergal and Ereshkigal's story, what does Ea send to the Underworld with Nergal?
(a) Fourteen wolves.
(b) Fourteen warriors.
(c) Fourteen horses.
(d) Fourteen demons.

3. What theory does the author suggest as the origin for the tale of Atrahasis?
(a) It explains why water is so revered in the Mesopotamian culture.
(b) It is an explanation for why the priestesses of Shamash were never allowed to have children.
(c) It explains how the rivers Tigris and Euphrates were formed.
(d) It explains why New Years is a celebration all around the world.

4. What reason does the author give for noting similarities between these myths and other, well-known stories?
(a) It allows the reader to see that the Mesopotamian myths came first.
(b) It allows the reader to easier relate to the myths.
(c) It allows the reader to see the progression of gender relations through stories.
(d) It allows the reader to see the differences in the relationship between man and god.

5. Why is Nergal sent to the Underworld?
(a) He is to be whipped by Namtar.
(b) He is to sacrifice himself to make amends for offending Namtar.
(c) He is to judge the activities of the gods.
(d) He is to send a message to Namtar from the gods about respect.

Short Answer Questions

1. What leads Etana to attempt, for a second time, to fly with the eagle to Anu's heaven?

2. When Nergal returns to the Underworld on his own, what happens when he finds Ereshkigal?

3. What ritual takes place during Dumuzi's time in Kurnugi?

4. What offer does Gilgamesh refuse from Ishtar?

5. What must Adapa wear when he is sent to appear before Anu?

(see the answer key)

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