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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 happens to the plant Gilgamesh took from the Apsu?
(a) It is stolen by Ishtar.
(b) It is lost in a storm.
(c) It is eaten by Gilgamesh in a trick from Ishtar.
(d) It is stolen by a snake.

2. After seven years of famine, to what does mankind resort?
(a) Cannibalism.
(b) Prostitution.
(c) Warring.
(d) Eating dirt.

3. Who chooses Ninurta to attack Anzu?
(a) Ellil.
(b) Belet-ili.
(c) Ea.
(d) Marduk.

4. What facet of mankind annoys Ellil to the point where he nearly casts a plague upon them?
(a) Their disrespect.
(b) Their noise.
(c) Their questions.
(d) Their smells.

5. What act does Mami claim will cause Ninurta to be worshiped throughout the land?
(a) Killing Ea.
(b) Saving Anzu.
(c) Killing Anzu.
(d) Killing Marduk.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In what color is Dumuzi clad when he descends to Kurnugi?

3. Why is Nergal sent to the Underworld?

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

5. What function does the Tablet of Destinies serve?

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