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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Descent of Ishtar to the Underworld.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What section of the book is the table of contents for the book's figures?
(a) The Abbreviations.
(b) The List of Figures.
(c) The Sigla.
(d) The Prefaces.

2. In what modern country can the ancient civilization of these myths be found?
(a) Iran.
(b) Afghanistan.
(c) Iraq.
(d) Syria.

3. What threat does Ishtar use when addressing the gatekeeper of the Underworld?
(a) She will force Ereshkigal to leave her throne.
(b) She will kill Namtar.
(c) She will make the dead rise to prey on the living.
(d) She will not allow another soul to pass through the gates.

4. After the death of Enkidu, for what does a grieving Gilgamesh seek?
(a) Marriage to Ishtar.
(b) A goddess's support.
(c) Immortality.
(d) Enkidu's family.

5. Why does the author of this book believe it is necessary to understand where the stories of several different cultures originated?
(a) It helps to understand how women were once treated.
(b) It helps to understand which cultures came first.
(c) It helps to understand the stories behind the legends.
(d) It helps to understand the importance of working for onself.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What reason does Ut-napishtium (or Atrahasis) give Gilgamesh for why only he is allowed to be immortal?

3. What reason is given for parts of these myths being missing?

4. Who do the myths revolve around?

5. What Greek goddess is heavily connected to Ishtar?

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