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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Anu's vizier?
(a) Adapa.
(b) Iiabrat.
(c) Namtar.
(d) Nergal.

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

3. What reason does the author give for noting similarities between these myths and other, well-known stories?
(a) It allows the reader to see that the Mesopotamian myths came first.
(b) It allows the reader to easier relate to the myths.
(c) It allows the reader to see the differences in the relationship between man and god.
(d) It allows the reader to see the progression of gender relations through stories.

4. In the story of Ereshkigal, why does Kakka tell the queen of the Underworld to send a messenger up to the world?
(a) They wish to assassinate the queen.
(b) They wish to send more help to the Underworld.
(c) They wish to to replace her messenger.
(d) They wish send some of their feast to her.

5. How much of Gilgamesh is considered to be the mortal part?
(a) One fifth.
(b) One third.
(c) One half.
(d) One fourth.

Short Answer Questions

1. What god is sacrificed in order to create man?

2. Why does Adapa curse the South Wind?

3. Who is the king of the old gods?

4. What gesture does Ninsun extend before Gilgamesh and Enkidu go to stop Humbaba?

5. What does Ishum offer to Erra for a cessation of the attacks on mankind?

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