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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In three days, what have Gilgamesh and Enkidu done?
(a) They have reached the massive cedar gate that leads the way to Humbaba.
(b) They ahve enjoyed days of festivities.
(c) They have returned to the forest.
(d) They have completed the wall.

2. Where does the anticipated battle between the King and the savage take place?
(a) At the gate into the city.
(b) At the King's palace.
(c) At the temple.
(d) In the forest.

3. What should Gilgamesh not do?
(a) Leave his home.
(b) Walk the streets or approach the Temple of Ishtar.
(c) Be near Endiku.
(d) Speak to Ishtar.

4. What is this dream, according to Gilgamesh's mother?
(a) A sign of what good is to come.
(b) An evil portent.
(c) Just a dream.
(d) Caused by the large meal he had the night before.

5. To what is this man compared?
(a) A father.
(b) A brother.
(c) An enemy.
(d) A neighbor.

Short Answer Questions

1. Upon their arrival, what do they find the citizens doing?

2. Finally, what do the city elders attempt to do?

3. Of what is Anu god?

4. Why do the elders suggest that a man be created?

5. Watching the battle between Humbaba and the two friends, what happens to the goddess Ishtar?

(see the answer key)

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