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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the Epic of Creation in this book end?

2. What is the result of Ninurta killing Anzu?

3. What holiday is the culmination of the cycle represented by the Theology of Dunnu?

4. According to the story of Erra and Ishum, what will happen if Marduk leaves his palace?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. What role does The Flocks God play in the creation of the world in the Theology of Dunnu?

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

3. What is the station and functions of Adapa?

4. What is significant about the Mesopotamian culture when reading the Theology of Dunnu?

5. How does Ishum end Erra's devastation of the world?

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

7. How does Mami (or Belet-ili) explain to her son why he should go to battle against Anzu?

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

9. How does Ninurta ultimately defeat Anzu?

10. What are the differences between the standard and Old Babylonian versions of the story of Anzu?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How are life and death intertwined in Mesopotamian culture? For what reasons, as depicted within the myths themselves, is there a fluidity between life and death? How does this reflect upon the beliefs of this culture? Using only the text, compose a strong thesis based on this idea. Cite examples from not only the myths but also the introductions and notes provided by the author.

Essay Topic 2

What role does Tiamat play as a primeval goddess? What is significant about her status as a being of chaos? What theological implications can be found when considering that Marduk used Tiamat's remains to create the world? How does her monstrous army encourage her chaotic reign? Cite specific examples from the text to support your answers.

Essay Topic 3

What role does love play in The Epic of Gilgamesh? Create a thesis based around the idea that love is the driving force in this particular myth. Points to consider, but not exclusively, include Enkidu and Gilgamesh's relationship, as well as Enkidu's adoption by Gilgamesh's mother.

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