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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Adapa and Etana.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many gates must one pass through to reach Kurnugi?
(a) Seven.
(b) Ten.
(c) Six.
(d) Five.

2. In the Amarna version of Nergal and Ereshkigal's story, what does Ea send to the Underworld with Nergal?
(a) Fourteen wolves.
(b) Fourteen horses.
(c) Fourteen warriors.
(d) Fourteen demons.

3. In the Armana version, why does Ereshkigal send Namtar to the gods after the banquet?
(a) Namtar is to plead for Ereshkigal's release from her duties.
(b) Namtar is to send a message to Ea about her weariness of being in the Underworld.
(c) Namtar is to kill Nergal.
(d) Namtar is to bring Nergal to her.

4. What is the result of Enkidu and Gilgamesh's brutal battle?
(a) Enkidu falls and becomes Gilgamesh's servant.
(b) They become friends.
(c) Gilgamesh is felled by Enkidu and pledges his servitude to him.
(d) They become enemies.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. After Gilgamesh passes through the mountains, what creatures does Gilgamesh mistakenly kill?

2. When Nergal escapes from the Underworld, what do the gods demand be done to him?

3. What is not one of Adapa's responsibilities?

4. In the Armana version, what does Nergal do to Namtar when he reaches the final door to the Underworld?

5. How does Ishtar being trapped in Kuranugi affect earth?

(see the answer key)

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