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

2. In the Babylonian version of Gilgamesh's story, what incites the battle between Gilgamesh and Enkidu?
(a) Gilgamesh attempts to kill Shamkat.
(b) Enkidu did not bow to Gilgamesh.
(c) Enkidu kills Gilgamesh's mistress.
(d) Gilgamesh tries to seduce Shamkat.

3. In what modern country can the ancient civilization of these myths be found?
(a) Iran.
(b) Syria.
(c) Afghanistan.
(d) Iraq.

4. What is the result of Enkidu and Gilgamesh's brutal battle?
(a) They become friends.
(b) Gilgamesh is felled by Enkidu and pledges his servitude to him.
(c) Enkidu falls and becomes Gilgamesh's servant.
(d) They become enemies.

5. Who is the king of the old gods?
(a) Anu.
(b) Marduk.
(c) Ea.
(d) Ellil.

Short Answer Questions

1. What reason does Ut-napishtium (or Atrahasis) give Gilgamesh for why only he is allowed to be immortal?

2. What section of the book is the table of contents for the book's figures?

3. What is the station of the god or goddess who creates man?

4. On their journey to the Pine Forest, what plagues Gilgamesh?

5. What mercy does Ea grant to Gilgamesh in response to the man's prayers?

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