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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 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.

2. How do the gods know when Ninurta has slain Anzu?
(a) They see Anzu's body fall from the cliffs.
(b) The Tablet appears back in the temple.
(c) They see Anzu's head being flung from the cliffs.
(d) They see Anzu's feathers fall.

3. What is Anu's relationships to Ada and Gerra?
(a) They are his brothers.
(b) They are his nephews.
(c) They are his sons.
(d) They are his cousins.

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

5. After the death of Tiamat, what adorns the door to Apsu?
(a) Apsu's head.
(b) Marduk's weapons.
(c) Mother Hubur's creatures.
(d) Tiatmat's head.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which does not describe Marduk?

2. To whom does the blessing of the bow refer in The Epic of Creation?

3. Throughout his story, with what is Erra obsessed?

4. What name does Marduk give to the area in front of Esharra?

5. When the eagle takes Etana to the skies, why does the king ask to be returned to earth?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. How is Marduk rewarded for his victory over Tiamat?

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

4. What leads to Anzu stealing the Tablet of Destinies?

5. What is the station and functions of Adapa?

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

7. What happens when Erra takes over Marduk's palace?

8. What does Mother Hubur create for Tiamat and why?

9. What is the given reason and the true reason for the Sebitti's desire to go to war?

10. What leads to Marduk accepting the challenge to face Tiamat?

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