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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. What do the gods, at the end of Atrahasis's story, amend in every living human?
(a) The ability to reason.
(b) Free will.
(c) Life span.
(d) Their soul.

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

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

4. How many gates must one pass through to reach Kurnugi?
(a) Ten.
(b) Five.
(c) Seven.
(d) Six.

5. What must Adapa wear when he is sent to appear before Anu?
(a) He must be dressed as the gods.
(b) Mourning clothing.
(c) A shift from the Temple of Anu.
(d) Nothing.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What food does Anu actually offer to Adapa?

3. How does Ninurta return from the mountains after killing Anzu?

4. Who is Nergal's father?

5. How does Shamash help Gilgamesh in his battle against Humbaba?

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