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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From which civilization do these myths originate?
(a) Rome.
(b) Mesopotamia.
(c) China.
(d) Greece.

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

3. How many figures are contained within this book?
(a) Four.
(b) Five.
(c) Three.
(d) Two.

4. What does Enki give Belet-ili?
(a) Rock.
(b) Sand.
(c) Clay.
(d) Wood.

5. What does Atrahasis bring onto his boat besides people?
(a) Rocks for the gods.
(b) The Sebitti.
(c) The altar from Ellil's temple.
(d) Animals.

Short Answer Questions

1. In terms of population control, what do the gods agree to do with women?

2. What unique feature does this book use to help the reader understand these stories?

3. What facet of mankind annoys Ellil to the point where he nearly casts a plague upon them?

4. What do the gods, at the end of Atrahasis's story, amend in every living human?

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

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