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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the story of Erra and Ishum, who is most likely the "new king of Akkad" spoken of within the text?
(a) Marduk.
(b) Nobassin.
(c) Nabonassar.
(d) Atrahasis.

2. For how many months does Etana feed and train the eagle in the pit?
(a) Eight months.
(b) Five months.
(c) Three months.
(d) Twelve months.

3. Why does the snake attack the eagle and leave it for dead in a pit?
(a) The eagle ate the snake's young.
(b) The eagle insulted Shamash.
(c) The snake wanted the tree to himself.
(d) The snake is reneging on their deal.

4. Why do Apsu and Mummu plan to kill the gods?
(a) Apsu fears that they will rebel.
(b) Apsu fears he made them defective.
(c) They are too weak for Apsu's plans.
(d) They are too loud for Apsu.

5. What was the Flock God son's relationship to his wife before they married?
(a) Cousins.
(b) Uncle.
(c) Siblings.
(d) Father.

Short Answer Questions

1. What fate is granted to Marduk for volunteering to battle Tiamat?

2. Why do Adad, Gerra, and Shara refuse to attack Anzu?

3. Why is Ea unable to face Tiamat?

4. To whom does Nudimmud give birth in the Epic of Creation?

5. What must Adapa wear when he is sent to appear before Anu?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who does Anu initially choose to battle Anzu and why do the warriors refuse?

2. How does Hayyashum contribute to the making of the world in the Theology of Dunnu?

3. After Erra ceases his destruction against mankind and the gods, how does Ishum help repair the damage?

4. Before receiving instructions from Ea, how does the battle between Ninurta and Anzu initially go?

5. Why is the eagle left to die in the pit in Etana's story?

6. Why does Adapa curse the South Wind and what are the consequences?

7. What is the fate of the Sea and the Cattle God?

8. Why does Erra wage a battle against the world?

9. Of what is the Theology of Dunnu symbolic?

10. How does Erra trick Marduk into leaving his palace?

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