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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. How does Shamash help Gilgamesh in his battle against Humbaba?
(a) Shamash subdues Humbaba.
(b) Shamash calls down the thirteen winds.
(c) Shamash tricks Humbaba into looking the wrong way.
(d) Shamash convinces Humbaba that using weapons will be dishonorable to the gods.

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

3. What mercy does Ea grant to Gilgamesh in response to the man's prayers?
(a) He allows Gilgamesh to become immortal.
(b) He allows Enkidu to bid Gilgamesh a final farewell.
(c) He allows Gilgamesh to marry.
(d) He allows Enkidu to return from the underworld.

4. What ritual takes place during Dumuzi's time in Kurnugi?
(a) Ritual cleansing.
(b) Weddings.
(c) Funerals.
(d) Lying-in-state.

5. After the death of Enkidu, for what does a grieving Gilgamesh seek?
(a) Immortality.
(b) Marriage to Ishtar.
(c) Enkidu's family.
(d) A goddess's support.

Short Answer Questions

1. Of what is Ishtar the goddess?

2. What does Ea specifically tell Adapa that he must not eat while appearing before Anu?

3. How do the gods know when Ninurta has slain Anzu?

4. What theory does the author suggest as the origin for the tale of Atrahasis?

5. What reason is given for parts of these myths being missing?

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