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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From which civilization do these myths originate?
(a) Greece.
(b) China.
(c) Rome.
(d) Mesopotamia.

2. In the Theology of Dunnu, what happens when pieces of the Earth mate?
(a) Another part of Earth is created.
(b) The skies part.
(c) Another part of Earth is destroyed.
(d) The oceans make waves.

3. Why does Adapa curse the South Wind?
(a) The wind blew his house over, injuring several people.
(b) The wind blew sand in his eyes, causing him to drop a valuable jar.
(c) The wind overturned his son's boat.
(d) The wind overturned his boat.

4. Of what is Ishtar's father the god?
(a) The seas.
(b) The moon.
(c) The earth.
(d) The sun.

5. In the shorter version of Anzu's story from Old Babylonia, where does the story start due to a missing tablet?
(a) Ninurta's instructions to take Anzu's wings.
(b) Anzu stealing the Tablet.
(c) Anzu's decision to steal the Tablet.
(d) Anzu battling Ninurta.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Erra's station amongst the Gods?

2. Where does Marduk build the house for Lahmu and Lahamu to use when they are passing through?

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

4. What does Atrahasis bring onto his boat besides people?

5. What appears to be the main thing that Erra craves from the other gods, as illustrated several times throughout his story?

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