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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Anzu - Standard and Old Babylonian Version.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who built Kish?
(a) The Igigi.
(b) Nergal.
(c) Adapa.
(d) The Underworld demons sent by Ea.

2. What goddess is said to have been the mother of Gilgamesh?
(a) Belet-ili.
(b) Ereshkigal.
(c) Lady Wild Cow.
(d) Ishtar.

3. How does Good-Looks save Ishtar from Kurnugi?
(a) He loosens her bonds.
(b) He exchanges himself to Ereshkigal for Ishtar.
(c) He kisses her.
(d) He pours the waters of life on her.

4. Why does the snake attack the eagle and leave it for dead in a pit?
(a) The eagle ate the snake's young.
(b) The eagle insulted Shamash.
(c) The snake is reneging on their deal.
(d) The snake wanted the tree to himself.

5. Who is Ereshkigal?
(a) Goddess of the earth.
(b) Goddess of the sun.
(c) Queen of the mountains.
(d) Queen of the Underworld.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Enki give Belet-ili?

2. What happens to the plant Gilgamesh took from the Apsu?

3. What do Anu and Ellil agree to do for the other gods?

4. What act does Mami claim will cause Ninurta to be worshiped throughout the land?

5. What offer does Gilgamesh refuse from Ishtar?

(see the answer key)

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