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The Epic of Gilgamesh

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what do defensive walls imply?
they value protection and security
What is the name of the underwater plant?
Old Men and Young Again
Why are the people of Uruk annoyed at Gilgamesh?
he is arrogant
What does Humaba say he will give Gilgamesh in return for having mercy on him?
a palace
What happens when Gilgamesh retrieves the plant?
a serpent steals it
Why did the Gods send down the flood in "The Epic of Gilgamesh"?
mortals were disturbing the god's peace
What does Ishtar do when Gilgamesh rejects her?
sends down a wild bull
who is angered at Humbaba's death?
Enlil
what is Gilgamesh on a quest to find?
immortality
True or False: Gilgamesh gains eternal life from the plant
False
Who is the main character is Gilgamesh's version of the story of the flood?
Utnapishtim
Which of the following is NOT an element of an epic?
Quest, Magic, Divine intervention, or an epic hero
True of False: There is a promise of salvation in Enkidu's dream
False
What do the Gods say will give Gilgamesh eternal life?
a plant
Who blesses Utnapishtim and his wife after the flood?
Ea
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