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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Erra and Ishum.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What threat does Ishtar use when addressing the gatekeeper of the Underworld?
(a) She will make the dead rise to prey on the living.
(b) She will force Ereshkigal to leave her throne.
(c) She will not allow another soul to pass through the gates.
(d) She will kill Namtar.

2. How many names are given to Marduk by Anshar, Lahmu, and Lahamu?
(a) Eight.
(b) Six.
(c) Five.
(d) Seven.

3. Which goddess creates Enkidu in order to bring down Gilgamesh's arrogance?
(a) Ereshkigal.
(b) Aruru.
(c) Ishtar.
(d) Tiamat.

4. According to Erra, what of Marduk's has become dirty?
(a) His hair.
(b) His adornment.
(c) His face.
(d) His throne.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who helps add to the vegetation and animals on Earth after marriage in the Theology of Dunnu?

2. How many gates must one pass through to reach Kurnugi?

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

4. When Nergal escapes from the Underworld, what do the gods demand be done to him?

5. What does Ea advise Nergal to refrain from while in the Underworld?

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